The Drifters - White Christmas (Feat. Clyde McPhatter & Bill Pinckney) (1954) The Drifters’ rendition of “White Christmas” featuring Clyde McPhatter and Bill Pinckney is a reimagining of Irving Berlin’s classic that brings a fresh, doo-wop-inspired twist to holiday music. Released in 1954, this version transforms the serene nostalgia of the original into a lively and innovative performance, blending rhythm and blues with gospel harmonies to create something both festive and soulful. From the out