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I mentioned before that I’m pretty dumb at movies.
Music, however, is another story.
I really love music. I’m not a music snob, though. That’s a different thing entirely.
Sure, I listen to that band you’ve never heard of. Sure, by the time you’ve heard of that band I’m tired of them. And sure, a lot of the top 40 annoys me. But I do listen to some top 40 and that makes all the difference. Snobs don’t listen to any top 40.
For Christmas, I thought I’d throw out some of my favorite songs. First… let’s start with my favorite standards.
1. The Christmas Song. I don’t really like roasted chestnuts, but this song is pretty excellent. Today, I like the version by Catherine Feeny.
2. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas. This is probably my favorite. I’m into Tyler Hilton’s version this year.
3. O Holy Night. This is probably on everybody’s list. It should be. If you haven’t heard Troy Andrew’s version from Studio 60, you need to.
4. What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve? I know, it’s not technically Christmas, but when else are you supposed to listen to it? Rufus Wainwright kills this song, in a good way.
5. Winter Wonderland. I wouldn’t have typically put this as a favorite standard, but there’s so many great versions of it. If you can find it, Jason Mraz’s version is stellar.
And now… some of my favorite songs for this christmas.
1. Very Merry Christmas. Dave Barnes. The whole CD is good. This is just the first one that comes to mind.
2. Wish List. Neon Trees. See, they’re on the top 40. (I think?)
3. It Don’t Have To Change. John Legend. I love this song. There’s nothing that gets me singing quite like this one. It’s a favorite every year…
4. The Christmas Song. Owl City. Wow, can I be any more trendy? Don’t be fooled, though, this guy is smart. Also, this isn’t the standard “the christmas song”.
5. We Three Kings of Orient Are. Straight No Chaser. I typically don’t care for this song but this is a cool version.
6. The Christmas Song. Dave Matthews. Here’s your bonus song. It’s old now and you should have heard it. If you haven’t, it’s brillant so go buy it now. Again, it’s not the typical “The Christmas Song”.
And there you go. Get your Christmas on. Hurry up, though, it’s almost gone already!
