Long Expected live on the Grand Ole Opry. | Brandon Heath

For Brandon Heath, Christmas doesn’t start quietly. It starts with boxes from the attic, classic records turned up loud, and a house filled with movement and memory. That rhythm became the heartbeat of Long Expected, his new Christmas album. In our conversation, Brandon shares how celebration gives way to reflection, why original Christmas songs come naturally to him, and how family memories shape the music he’s making today. Watch the full interview and performance: https://www.ccmmagazine.com/

Give Me Your Eyes, I’m Not Who I Was, Your Love, Wait and See, God made a Way. Dan was the man in the producer seat. We have written songs like, Light in Me and How to Apologize. Most recently we were back together over the summer writing for this Christmas album. We had an absolute blast writing this one with Tony Wood. These songs would not exist without the collaboration and humor of old friends. No AI needed. | Brandon Heath