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    Who is your favorite singer/act to go to for your holiday background music?

    • Bing Crosby (38%, 39 Votes)
    • Andy Williams (22%, 23 Votes)
    • Mannheim Steamroller (17%, 17 Votes)
    • Josh Groban (11%, 11 Votes)
    • Mariah Carey (7%, 7 Votes)
    • Johnny Mathis (6%, 6 Votes)

    Total Voters: 103

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