Tag: 25 Days of Holiday Songs

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25 More Days of Holiday Songs: “Could Have Been Christmas” by Tsunami

Even for those who usually get into the spirit of the season, there are times when it all feels a bit melancholy.

25 More Days of Holiday Songs: “Go I Will Send Thee” by John Fahey

I haven't yet found out what it was that drew John Fahey, of all people, to Christmas music, but whatever it was, I'm sure glad it did.

25 More Days of Holiday Songs: “Yes, Patricia, There Is A Santa Claus” by Jimmy Dean

As someone who remembers Jimmy Dean for his role in the James Bond movie "Diamonds Are Forever," I can't help but wonder whether this is really him or just Blofeld using a voice simulator.

25 More Days of Holiday Songs: “The Christmas Song” by Redd Foxx

This one's a surprise. The star of "Sanford and Son," bluest of the blue comics, doing a completely sincere and sweet rendition of a Christmas favorite?

“Outer Space Santa” by The Lennon Sisters with Lawrence Welk’s Little Band

Santa Claus decided in the 50s to move his whole operation away from the North Pole so he can provide toys to kids in outer space.

25 More Days of Holiday Songs: “Zoomah the Santa Claus From Mars” by Barry Gordon

Honestly, if a Martian showed up on Earth to give out toys, would that be the weirdest thing that's happened in 2020?

25 More Days of Holiday Songs: “Space Christmas” by Shonen Knife

Japanese punk rock sensations Shonen Knife are as excited for December 25th as anybody and would like nothing better than a space ship under the tree!

25 More Days of Holiday Songs: ”8 Days of Hanukkah” by Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings

This groove, just like the eight days it's about, glows with love.

25 More Days of Holiday Songs: “I’d Like To Have An Elephant For Christmas” by Hank Thompson

Country great Hank Thompson's signature song was called "The Wild Side of Life," but getting an elephant as a pet is pretty wild even by his standards.

25 More Days of Holiday Songs: “I Want A Beatle For Christmas” by Becky Lee Beck

I can't imagine what it must have been like to be Santa Claus in 1964. Apparently everyone in the world asked to have a Beatle for Christmas!

25 More Days of Holiday Songs: “77 Santas” by Gayla Peevey

Gayla Peevey famously asked for a hippopotamus for Christmas. But that wasn't her only holiday song!

25 More Days of Holiday Songs: “Hard Candy Christmas” by Dolly Parton

Maybe we're finally realizing we all live in Dolly Parton's world and that is a good thing?