Gavin Degraw'S Year-Round Christmas Vibes And Macy'S Parade Plans on ONDA LA

Gavin DeGraw's Holiday Spirit: A Year-Round Celebration

It's no secret that artists performing at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade are huge fans of the holiday season. Country crooner Gavin DeGraw is no exception – and he's got a quirky tradition to prove it! In a candid chat with Fox News, the 48-year-old unwrapped his "weird" holiday habit of celebrating Christmas all year long.

"I love Christmas music," DeGraw confessed. "I think people think it's a little weird to be cruising around, like with your top down with Christmas music on during the summertime. So, that's me, if you ever see me cruising around."

"I just like Christmas music, it reminds me of being around family," DeGraw continued. "For a traveler like me, I put on so many miles every year, it makes me feel like I'm with family when I'm listening to Christmas music."

For DeGraw, it's all about the heartwarming nostalgia and the connection to family that comes with those festive tunes. His love affair with Christmas melodies is a sweet reminder of home, even while he's crisscrossing the globe.

Favorite Christmas Tunes and Parade Plans

When it comes to his favorite holiday album, DeGraw doesn't miss a beat. Besides his own festive project, *A Classic Christmas*, the singer’s go-to is Bing Crosby's *White Christmas* record. "To me, that's the top-top. That's the Beatles' *Sergeant Pepper* record for me," he revealed.

Expect to catch DeGraw, possibly humming along to Crosby, at the 99th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. This year’s star-studded spectacle on November 27th will feature an ensemble cast of performers lighting up the iconic NYC streets.

Star-Studded Lineup at the Parade

Joining DeGraw in this dazzling event are musical talents like Cynthia Erivo from *Wicked*, HUNTR/X from *KPop Demon Hunters*, and country superstar Lainey Wilson. The parade promises a vibrant mix of voices and personalities, including Drew Baldridge, Matteo Bocelli, and Colbie Caillat, among others.

The festivities kick off at 8:30 a.m. across all U.S. time zones on NBC and Peacock, with a chance to catch all the excitement again during the encore telecast at 2 p.m. ET/PT. With celebs like Mickey Guyton, Jewel, and Busta Rhymes set to appear, it's bound to be an unforgettable holiday celebration.