Looks like my thread on films will be another stonking success so the next logical step is to take a delve into the phenomenon of Christmas Songs. Are you a fan of the traditional carols? Do you like a crooner? How about a bit of Phil Spector or 70's Glam Rock to get your toes a tapping at this time of year? I will state again for the record (no pun intended) that I cannot stand that awful dirge Fairytale of New York but appreciate I am very much in a minority as it keeps getting voted as the best Christmas Song, it can go on the list as I am a magnanimous sort of citizen.
I reckon my top 10 would look something like this Sleigh Ride - The Ronnettes 2000 Miles - The Pretenders When A Child Is Born - Johnny Mathis Winter Wonderland - Darlene Love Santa Claus is Back in Town - Elvis Driving Home For Christmas - Chris Rea In Dulc Jubilo - Mike Oldfield I Believe in Father Christmas - Greg Lake Stop the Cavalry - Jona Lewie All I Want For Christmas Is You - Mariah Carey A lot of old schmaltz that most of the time I wouldn't even give house room to but a
The actual tune is quite pleasant, I like the penny whistle vibe but it takes a dive when that pissed up Mick starts drawling and the fat ginger with the flattest tone since Leonard Cohen chirps in and says scumbag, maggot, ***got (homophobic) and arse which seems to be why so many twats have a little sex wee every time it comes on the radio.
I’m ****ing sick of hearing it now tbph. Shane is still a legend though, and marginally more intelligible now he has a new set of railings. How is the **** still alive btw?
