Ken Kessler from the Sounds of Christmas continues the ten-day countdown of the most-listened-to and most-downloaded episodes of the Sounds of Christmas podcast with this one from March of 2021!
In this episode, Ken talks about the Christmas music legacy of Nat King Cole!
62 Days until Christmas. This week on the podcast, I am talking about some quick, and fun festive treats to whip up for that impromptu Christmas gathering, or just to enjoy a little festive treat to get you into the holiday spirit.
Today’s episode is all about No back holiday clusters
If you would like to pick up the Closer to Christmas Coloring Book that I released, for yourself, or as a gift for someone, you can do so, by clicking here: https://a.co/d/7n5QjOr… can follow me here: @closertoxmas You can also email me, I would love to hear your feedback. Email me at closertochristmaspodcast@gmail.com Please rate and review the podcast wherever you are listening, it helps spread the word, and I appreciate it from the bottom of my heart. To check out any visual component to this epidode, check out my Youtube page: / @closertochristmas…
If you would like to check out my ko-fi page, and support me as an artist, you can follow this link: (5) Ko-fi.com – Your Ko-fi and click on the shop page to get some free, or pay what you like christmas phone wallpapers!
And finally, and HUGE thank you to my brother, Kevin, for allowing me to use his music throughout my show. If you like what you hear, you can pick up his album on Itunes, which can be found here: A solstice night on Apple music or A Solstice Night on Amazon (https://amazon.com/music/player/album…)
Welcome to Christmas Every Day! We’re back this week with some great characters and carols to spotlight, and we have some exciting news about some goings-on over at Santa Update. Visit them at www.santaupdate.com
You can check out our Christmas Every Day Christmas Carol of the Week Spotify playlist at the link below:
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In this first BONUS episode of season 5, Eric and Danny each share 5 additional things they love about fall.
For access to our full catalog of bonus episodes, along with ad-free versions of each episode PLUS access to a private community filled with Christmas lovers like you…
In this episode, Eric and Danny chat about why they picked each fall thing, then share some thoughts about each of their picks, from 15 down to 11. Plus, the guys pull back the curtain, and share more about what’s been going on lately in their respective lives all while chasing every rabbit down every hole. Would you expect anything less from The Countdown Boyz??
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In the eightieth episode of 12 Days Pod, Cara and Dan talk about Michael Bublé’s grocery-themed music videos, Alexa, and Cara’s application to Netflix’s reality show The Circle.
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Ken Kessler from the Sounds of Christmas continues the countdown of the ten most-listened-to and most-downloaded episodes of the Sounds of Christmas podcast with this one from February of 2022!
In this episode, Ken talks about a list of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members that recorded, according to a list, the great Christmas songs of all time! And then, of course, he weighs in with his on list!
Toronto’s Kristian Noel Pedersen has released 27 EPs or albums of Christmas music, 26 of which are on his Bandcamp page. What started as a goof became a project that stretched him as an artist. We hear music from all phases of his Christmas career including (in order):
1. “Home Alone Pt. 1”
2. “Christmas Card from a Hooker in Minneapolis”
3. “All I Want for Christmas is You”
4. “A Step-Mother’s First (and Worst) Christmas Ever”
5. “Merry Christmas Baby”
6. “Christmas Without You”
7. “Hard Candy Christmas”
8. “Silver, Never Gold”
9. “What Are You Doing (on Christmas Eve)?”
10. “Pack Your Bags!”
We also hear a new song, “A Very Gen X Christmas” from The Static Dive.
In my conversation with Kristian, I mention the episode on Hanson with Isaac Hanson, and the one that traces the musical life of “Hard Candy Christmas.”
This week on Australia’s ONLY Christmas Podcast we go on a hunt for the oldest treasure your family uses on Christmas Day every single year, from Gravy Boats to old home made decorations we find some festive relics.
We uncover a cute Swedish Tradition that the whole country gets excited about each year on Christmas Eve. plus
We lay out our ultimate treats that we must see every year on the Christmas Day Grazing Table.
As we talk all things Christmas with your hosts Liam and Ness on Christmas Podding.
Want More? How about a 24/7 Non Stop Christmas Radio Station. Tune in to Christmas Talk Radio featuring Liam and Ness talking all things Christmas 24 hours a day. A never ending festive loop. Click on the link below to tune in via the Tune In Ap.
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63 Days until Christmas. This week on the podcast, I am talking about some quick, and fun festive treats to whip up for that impromptu Christmas gathering, or just to enjoy a little festive treat to get you into the holiday spirit.
Today’s episode is all about Hot cocoa mug cakes
If you would like to pick up the Closer to Christmas Coloring Book that I released, for yourself, or as a gift for someone, you can do so, by clicking here: https://a.co/d/7n5QjOr… can follow me here: @closertoxmas You can also email me, I would love to hear your feedback. Email me at closertochristmaspodcast@gmail.com Please rate and review the podcast wherever you are listening, it helps spread the word, and I appreciate it from the bottom of my heart. To check out any visual component to this epidode, check out my Youtube page: / @closertochristmas…
If you would like to check out my ko-fi page, and support me as an artist, you can follow this link: (5) Ko-fi.com – Your Ko-fi and click on the shop page to get some free, or pay what you like christmas phone wallpapers!
And finally, and HUGE thank you to my brother, Kevin, for allowing me to use his music throughout my show. If you like what you hear, you can pick up his album on Itunes, which can be found here: A solstice night on Apple music or A Solstice Night on Amazon (https://amazon.com/music/player/album…)
Ever wonder how those magical Christmas stores that stay open all year actually survive — or who’s shopping there in July? In this episode, the Christmas Cousins take a deep dive into the fascinating, slightly bonkers world of year-round Christmas shops…and maybe an epic Cousin Seth story!
From the iconic Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland in Frankenmuth, Michigan — the world’s largest Christmas store — to small, family-run ornament shops in seaside towns, we unwrap the history, the economics, and the unshakable holiday spirit that keeps these festive places alive long after the lights come down.
Cousin Seth asks the hard-hitting questions (“Do they play Christmas music… all year?”), while Cousin Chad explores what drives people to keep the magic going 365 days a year. Expect laughs, wonder, and maybe even a newfound respect for the brave souls who live in a permanent winter wonderland.
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The song is almost thrash metal in delivery, with 16th note riffs alternate picked. Some syncopation adds interest to the main riff. In fact, F# minor pentatonic is embellished with chromaticism to add even more flare to the riff. Then, during the pre-chorus, a descending sixteenth line leads into the vocals, guitars doubling the vox to give it a huge sound.
Further, the band re-recorded the song and updated it musically. For example, they added sleighbells to the intro, and quoted some Christmas carols before heading into full on thrash. Also, the guitar solo is more traditional shredding rather than sound effects.
Palm muting? Yep. Power chords? Uh huh. Heaviness? Definitely! So grab your axe, turn up the amps, and rock out to this episode on 220 Volt “Heavy Christmas!”
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Ken Kessler from the Sounds of Christmas continues the countdown of the ten most-listened-to and most-downloaded episodes of the Sounds of Christmas podcast with this one from April of 2021!
In this episode, Ken talks about the song “Baby It’s Cold Outside”, along with some of the controversy around it, the War On Christmas (there isn’t one) and the ridiculous claims that there’s a movement afoot to cancel Christmas!
64 Days until Christmas. This week on the podcast, I am talking about some quick, and fun festive treats to whip up for that impromptu Christmas gathering, or just to enjoy a little festive treat to get you into the holiday spirit.
Today’s episode is all about Shortcut snowball cookies
If you would like to pick up the Closer to Christmas Coloring Book that I released, for yourself, or as a gift for someone, you can do so, by clicking here: https://a.co/d/7n5QjOr… can follow me here: @closertoxmas You can also email me, I would love to hear your feedback. Email me at closertochristmaspodcast@gmail.com Please rate and review the podcast wherever you are listening, it helps spread the word, and I appreciate it from the bottom of my heart. To check out any visual component to this epidode, check out my Youtube page: / @closertochristmas…
If you would like to check out my ko-fi page, and support me as an artist, you can follow this link: (5) Ko-fi.com – Your Ko-fi and click on the shop page to get some free, or pay what you like christmas phone wallpapers!
And finally, and HUGE thank you to my brother, Kevin, for allowing me to use his music throughout my show. If you like what you hear, you can pick up his album on Itunes, which can be found here: A solstice night on Apple music or A Solstice Night on Amazon (https://amazon.com/music/player/album…)
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The Countdown Boys (aka Eric Petersen and Danny Jordan) are back with another holly-jolly round of the week’s biggest holiday headlines — presented by the #1 ranked Christmas podcast, Christmas Countdown!
In this massively merry episode, the guys unwrap some of the most exciting breaking Christmas news, including:
🎸 Fall Out Boy dropping a brand-new cover of “It Feels Like Christmas” from The Muppet Christmas Carol — and it totally rocks!
🎁 Hallmark officially releasing this year’s Keepsake Ornaments and a sleigh full of other seasonal goodies for holiday collectors.
🎬 The announcement of a brand-new holiday comedy movie, The In-Claus, which has officially been acquired by Netflix (and sounds like instant festive fun!).
As always, Eric and Danny bring their signature festive humor, infectious energy, and Christmas spirit to every story — with a few laughs and surprises along the way!
🎅 Big News Alert! The wait is over — Season 5 of Christmas Countdown has officially premiered on all podcast platforms! Tune in for brand-new countdowns, games, and all the massively merry vibes you love.
🎁 Show Some Christmas Spirit: If you love what you hear, please rate and review the show on your favorite podcast app, and make sure to follow @ChristmasCountdownShow on social media for even more holiday cheer, breaking news, and behind-the-scenes fun!
So grab your cocoa, plug in those twinkle lights, and get ready for another festive ride through the most wonderful news of the week — it’s time for Merry Minutes!
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Happy Spooky Month everyone! As the autumn weather finally arrives here in Iowa, I am in the mood to read some excellent Christmas ghost stories that are perfect for the Halloween season. Today’s story is called Sir Hugo’s Prayer by G. B. Burgin. It’s a humorous tale of the ghostly Sir Hugo and his wife who have been forced to haunt the family grounds. Then one Christmas Eve, a young lady arrives with two potential suitors who are seeking to win her affection. Will Sir Hugo be able to lend a (ghostly) helping hand?
Also, I take a very quick look at the Saint behind the song “Good King Wenceslas” – which has also has a connection to our story. Who knew the name “Wenceslas” would be so hard to pronounce…
I hope you enjoy today’s funny and festive and slightly spooky story!
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Ken Kessler from the Sounds of Christmas begins the ten-day countdown of the most-listened-to and most-downloaded episodes of the Sounds of Christmas podcast with this one from almost three years ago!
In this episode, Ken delves into the music of the Night Before!
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