Christmas Songs That Don't Suck: Part III
Categories: Christmas Music, Lists
 |
But it's not all bad. (Really.) As we here at Up On the Sun have detailed in our weekly "Christmas Songs That Don't Suck" feature -- check out Part I and Part II -- there are diamonds out there amongst the muck. Here are a few more winners.
The Killers, "The Cowboy's Christmas Ball"
This Vegas band has released a holiday tune every year for the past six years, with proceeds going to charity. This year's number's catchy as heck, and the retro video is a winner.
The Beach Boys, "Melekalikimaka"
"Little Saint Nick" and "I'll Be Home For Christmas" are pretty grating. But this Hawaiian-themed tune, sometimes titled "Kona Coast," is the true standout among the Beach Boys' holiday numbers.
John Denver & The Muppets, "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"
Rowlf kills it. His part in the recently released film The Muppets was shamefully small.
Otis Redding, "Merry Christmas Baby"
Originally released as a B-side to Redding's version of "White Christmas," this version of the holiday classic tops 'em all. A monument to sincerity in musical performance.
Marvin Gaye, "Purple Snowflakes"
There is no finer gift this holiday season than the sound of Marvin's voice slinking out of your hi-fi.
Next Friday, some holiday tunes from around the world as well as some songs from here in the Valley!
Email to Friend
Write to Editor
Print Article
