As the spooky season winds down, the holiday spirit is already in full swing, at least according to Mariah Carey and a Chicago radio station. The five-time Grammy winner recently made an appearance on a local morning show to announce the official start date for the station's 24-hour Christmas music programming, signaling that it's time to put away the Halloween candy and start decking the halls.

Unwrapping the Yuletide Cheer

Countdown to Christmas Music Takeover

Listeners of 93.9 LITE FM in Chicago can expect the station to switch to a round-the-clock Christmas music format this Friday, November 4th, at 3 p.m. This marks the 24th consecutive year the iHeartMedia-owned station has made the transition, signaling the official start of the holiday season. The switch comes a day earlier than last year, giving Chicagoans an extra day to immerse themselves in the festive tunes.

Mariah Carey's Christmas Comeback

Mariah Carey, the undisputed Queen of Christmas, called in to the "Melissa Forman in the Morning" show to discuss the upcoming holiday season and her own Christmas concert scheduled for November 27th at the Allstate Arena. The legendary singer has become synonymous with the holidays, thanks to the enduring success of her hit song "All I Want for Christmas Is You," which debuted in 1994.

Celebrating 30 Years of Christmas Classics

In preparation for her holiday tour, Carey revealed that she's had a difficult time selecting the perfect song list, as she's celebrating the 30th anniversary of her first Christmas album. "We're celebrating the 30th anniversary of my Christmas album, the first one," Carey said. "And then, you know, I'm also doing some songs that have been successful for me."

Anticipating the First Christmas Song

While 93.9 LITE FM didn't disclose which song they'll play first on their Christmas music takeover, the station has a history of kicking off the festivities with some of the most beloved holiday tunes. In recent years, the station has opened its annual Christmas music programming with classics like "Jingle Bells," "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree," and, of course, Carey's own "All I Want for Christmas Is You."

Embracing the Holiday Spirit

The early transition to Christmas music on 93.9 LITE FM reflects the growing trend of consumers eager to embrace the holiday spirit earlier each year. As the world continues to navigate the challenges of the past few years, the comforting familiarity of Christmas music and traditions may provide a much-needed sense of comfort and joy. Whether you're a die-hard Mariah Carey fan or simply enjoy the festive tunes, the countdown to the Christmas season has officially begun.