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To take this thread in a different direction, Esquire outdid themselves this year with their compilation of the worst Christmas songs ever. I'm happy they recognized McCartney's trainwreck as #1, but disappointed they missed the almost equally vile Elton John contribution.

There were a few here I'd never heard of (and are simply demanding to be listened to, like Iggy Pop). But the one I'll post below is simply so abhorrent, it's in a class of its own (yet still more tuneful than McCartney's).

 
This remains a great tune. The making of video is a fun watch, especially where Bono says "I'll sing any line but that one" and Bob says "that's what I want you to sing". He made the right call. Also good to recall just how great Boy George's voice is.

 
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This is one of my favorite Christmas songs. Many have recorded it, including Bing, Andy Williams, Whitney Houston and Carrie Underwood. That said, to me this is the definitive version and arrangement. Celtic Women also did a knockout version, the song really shines with multiple vocalists. If you aren't familiar with the Harry Simeone Choir and appreciate Christmas music with a full choir and orchestra, check them out, the albums are great.

 
8893 said:
This is one I need to hear several times every year:

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I loved that one, but I think the late, great Sharon Jones topped it with this tune

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storrsroars said:
To take this thread in a different direction, Esquire outdid themselves this year with their compilation of the worst Christmas songs ever. I'm happy they recognized McCartney's trainwreck as #1, but disappointed they missed the almost equally vile Elton John contribution.

There were a few here I'd never heard of (and are simply demanding to be listened to, like Iggy Pop). But the one I'll post below is simply so abhorrent, it's in a class of its own (yet still more tuneful than McCartney's).

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It's so bad the youtube link not playing anything. We can do with out, the Iggy Pop one is horrid.
 
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dvegas said:
I loved that one, but I think the late, great Sharon Jones topped it with this tune

- YouTube

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
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Funny you mention her; I was going to mention her to @Deepster the other day because her backing band, the Dap-tones, were the same guys who backed Amy Winehouse, and I know he loves that retro soul sound, too.

I loved her. Her death after her initial recovery during her struggle with cancer was tragic. I was fortunate to see her a few times and she always brought it.
 
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8893 said:
Funny you mention her; I was going to mention her to @Deepster the other day because her backing band, the Dap-tones, were the same guys who backed Amy Winehouse, and I know he loves that retro soul sound, too.

I loved her. Her death after her initial recovery during her struggle with cancer was tragic. I was fortunate to see her a few times and she always brought it.
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One of those rare artists that are few and far between. Such a unique artist loved her too and you were so fortunate to see such an artist. Must of been some show.
 
boba said:


Got rocks in my head
I wish I was dead...
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If someone were to ask my wife what my favorite Christmas song is, I have a strange suspicion that she would say "Xmas in Jail". I do like it quite a bit, that's for sure. Asleep at the Wheel has a version of that song on their album "Merry Texas Christmas, Y'all", and I do like playing that album during the holiday season.
 
a dance craze, too. i'll bet ol jose from westport never saw that coming.


pay attention to the dance steps. there'll be a quiz.
 
8893 said:
I loved her. Her death after her initial recovery during her struggle with cancer was tragic. I was fortunate to see her a few times and she always brought it.
Husky Alien said:
One of those rare artists that are few and far between. Such a unique artist loved her too and you were so fortunate to see such an artist. Must of been some show.
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I don't want to derail this thread, but you guys and Deepster are giving me little choice. Few things say less about Christmas spirit than AW. I found her to be an over-hyped critics' darling. Yes, she had some talent as a singer-songwriter, but I find her legacy of being some "amazing artist" silly. Or that there wouldn't have been Adele or even GaGa without her. She came along at a time that mostly devoid of unique talent and stood out in an otherwise unremarkable crowd. But she wasn't a culturally significant artist like most others in the 27 Club, and for me, she doesn't belong there.

Also not a fan of Mark Ronson, but that's a different thread.

You gave your opinions, I just gave mine. No need to respond although I'm sure you will. However, I'm not alone.
 
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storrsroars said:
I don't want to derail this thread, but you guys and Deepster are giving me little choice. Few things say less about Christmas spirit than AW. I found her to be an over-hyped critics' darling. Yes, she had some talent as a singer-songwriter, but I find her legacy of being some "amazing artist" silly. Or that there wouldn't have been Adele or even GaGa without her. She came along at a time that mostly devoid of unique talent and stood out in an otherwise unremarkable crowd. But she wasn't a culturally significant artist like most others in the 27 Club, and for me, she doesn't belong there.

Also not a fan of Mark Ronson, but that's a different thread.

You gave your opinions, I just gave mine. No need to respond although I'm sure you will. However, I'm not alone.
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Um, we were discussing Sharon Jones--at least I was--not Amy Winehouse.

But I'm sure you can find something you hate about her, too.
 
8893 said:
Um, we were discussing Sharon Jones--at least I was--not Amy Winehouse.

But I'm sure you can find something you hate about her, too.
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My apologies then. So I guess I'm only P.O.'d at Deepster then.

You seem to have some idea that I hate a lot of things without warrant. There really isn't much I actually hate. Lack of discernment would be up there. And cauliflower.
 
8893 said:
Funny you mention her; I was going to mention her to @Deepster the other day because her backing band, the Dap-tones, were the same guys who backed Amy Winehouse, and I know he loves that retro soul sound, too
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Amy Winehouse, carrying on the tradition of Irving Berlin of Jews putting out classic Christmas music :p
 
storrsroars said:
You seem to have some idea that I hate a lot of things without warrant. There really isn't much I actually hate. Lack of discernment would be up there. And cauliflower.
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I can only go by your actions on this bored (and the old cesspool), the vast majority of which are consumed by things you hate. It's why I dubbed you a hipster for several years. You chafed at it so I know I hit a nerve; but the reality is that you spend a lot more time criticizing things you don't like than discussing things you do like (except for comedians who criticize things they don't like).

And that's okay. I know plenty of people like that. I can tend that way sometimes myself. And when I see it in others I try to temper my own tendencies as well, because I know that I am ultimately happier discussing things I like--even if it exposes me to criticism from those who prefer to criticize.

With or without warrant, lack of discernment or not; those are things you control, and I'm not interested in shell games.
 
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In the movie "Diner", a running bit is "Sinatra or Mathis"? Of course everyone picks Sinatra. But if you limit it to just Christmas songs Mathis is the clear winner.

 
8893 said:
I can only go by your actions on this bored (and the old cesspool), the vast majority of which are consumed by things you hate. It's why I dubbed you a hipster for several years. You chafed at it so I know I hit a nerve; but the reality is that you spend a lot more time criticizing things you don't like than discussing things you do like (except for comedians who criticize things they don't like).
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For those keeping score, his contributions to this thread were "to take this thread in a different direction" by posting a song he hated, not wanting "to derail" this thread but making sure everyone knew he didn't like Amy Winehouse at all (while saying others gave him little choice), then taking you to task for having "some idea that I hate a lot of things without warrant.' Where would we get that idea? All in a Merry Christmas thread! I am hoping some folks get self-awareness in their stocking.
 
Waquoit said:
For those keeping score, his contributions to this thread were "to take this thread in a different direction" by posting a song he hated, not wanting "to derail" this thread but making sure everyone knew he didn't like Amy Winehouse at all (while saying others gave him little choice), then taking you to task for having "some idea that I hate a lot of things without warrant.' Where would we get that idea? All in a Merry Christmas thread! I am hoping some folks get self-awareness in their stocking.
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a) Find the word "hate" in my Esquire post. I actually applaud the audacity of the one I posted, abhorrent or not. I do cringe at Macca's and EJ's efforts, however, as their histories prove they're both far better than those efforts.
b) I acknowledged Winehouse had talent. Just not "all that" as many critics and fans who do. And the idea of her doing a Christmas album is only slightly less strange than if it were a duet with Trent Reznor. Maybe I should look at it as comedy.
c) You forgot my first contribution was Roy Wood.

I wish everyone joy and happiness this Christmas season.
 
storrsroars said:
a) Find the word "hate" in my Esquire post. I actually applaud the audacity of the one I posted, abhorrent or not. I do cringe at Macca's and EJ's efforts, however, as their histories prove they're both far better than those efforts.
b) I acknowledged Winehouse had talent. Just not "all that" as many critics and fans who do. And the idea of her doing a Christmas album is only slightly less strange than if it were a duet with Trent Reznor. Maybe I should look at it as comedy.
c) You forgot my first contribution was Roy Wood.

I wish everyone joy and happiness this Christmas season.
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Ok! Let's get back on track here, rails have been, should I say repaired?

 
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