Wednesday, December 25, 2019

NO. 25 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - THE HALLELUJAH CHORUS

The Hallelujah Chorus, in my humble opinion, is the greatest religious composition ever written. Originally written as part of the masterwork, Messiah,  by George Frideric Handel in 1741, this great piece of religious music has become the standard for all religious music, particularly at Christmas. It has been performed by countless choirs of every description and has been arranged, sometimes creatively, by modern arrangers and composers as well.

Nothing is more appropriate to hear on Christmas Day than the great Hallelujah Chorus by THE MORMON TABERNACLE CHOIR AND ORCHESTRA -  NO. 25 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN.



And for another presentation, the world's largest Virtual Choir and Orchestra combine to present this magnificent work. Over 2,000 singers from all over the world were recorded for this musical event.



It's Christmas Day - Somebody Say Hallelujah - Merry Christmas To All

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And, as the day slows down later, enjoy the great Nat King Cole singing The Christmas Song.

Tuesday, December 24, 2019

NO. 24 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - HUMOR ALWAYS CURES WHAT AILS YOU

Today's entries bring some humor to the COUNTDOWN. It's the day before Christmas, and all through your house, there will be creatures stirring, no matter what you think. Even though my own kids are adults now, this season brings out the kid in all of us. And watching our  two and a half year old grandson brings back all the memories of great Christmases past. So today's presentation, hopefully, will bring you and yours some good feelings.

NO. 24 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN -

Enjoy some Simon's Cat. No Christmas is complete without at least one of those witty little takes on Christmas.



Then there is the great comedian Jim Gaffigan on moving Christmas. Something to think about. Particularly, if you live in Minnesota.



Finally, as only Charlie Brown and the gang can say it, bringing us back to the reason we celebrate.



Only One Day Left - Hug Everybody That Matters In Your World - Merry Christmas

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Monday, December 23, 2019

NO. 23 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - ECLECTIC MUSIC FOR CHRISTMAS

It's ECLECTIC DAY on the COUNTDOWN. I present to you three different tunes from three  vastly different performers and styles. Today's salute to Great Eclectic Christmas Music includes The Tonight Show Band starring Doc Severinson, the big band sound of The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis and the incomparable acapella group Straight No Chaser.

FIRST UP ON THE ECLECTIC 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - THE DOC SEVERINSON TONIGHT SHOW BAND PLAYING JINGLE BELLS.



NEXT UP IS THE JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH THE GREAT WYNTON MARSALIS PERFORMING  'ZAT YOU SANTA CLAUS SUNG BY RENE MARIE



FINALLY, HOW ABOUT A LITTLE  HEY SANTA BY STRAIGHT NO CHASER.



Great Music Is Good For The Soul - Better Get Ready - Only Two Days Left - Merry Christmas

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Sunday, December 22, 2019

NO. 22 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE BAND BRINGS A POWERFUL MEDLEY OF CLASSICS

Today's COUNTDOWN will make you love Christmas and swell with pride for this great country we are blessed to live in. The United States Air Force Band, currently comprised of 184 players, has been impressing audiences of all kinds the world over since 1941. This COUNTDOWN tune today features a Flash Mob performance by the USAF Band performing a medley of Classic Christmas Songs with a large group of singers - The Singing Sergeants - at the National Air and Space Museum.

Enjoy today's powerful COUNTDOWN tune - NO. 22 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - A MEDLEY OF CHRISTMAS CLASSICS BY THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE BAND



Great Music Is Everywhere - Merry Christmas

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Saturday, December 21, 2019

NO. 21 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - ERIC CLAPTON DOING WHITE CHRISTMAS

I have always been an Eric Clapton fan. Who isn't. He is one of the greatest rock guitarist to ever pick up the instrument. So when I found this utterly unique take on the classic Christmas tune White Christmas, I had to share it. The video is pretty cool too. Clapton has been a true blues rocker since his days with The Yardbirds, John Mayall, the super group Cream  and then Blind Faith. His blues and rock guitar playing has been a staple in the rock music world since 1962. As the only three time inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, he is the winner of 18 Grammy Awards. Today's tune is a unique blend of great playing and singing and a completely unique video by one of the best.

Enjoy today's tune and video of one the greatest blues/rock guitarist ever - NO 21 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - WHITE CHRISTMAS BY ERIC CLAPTON



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Friday, December 20, 2019

NO. 20 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - INNOVATIVE SINGING BY HOME FREE

WOW!! When I hear new voices doing new things, particularly with old songs, I gotta give it a serious listen. Today's COUNTDOWN tune is another acapella group bringing creative arranging and incredible vocals to the Christmas classic - DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR. And the video is visually rich as well. This group of talented singers - HOME FREE - earned their stripes the hard way. Touring when nobody really knew them, cruise ship gigs, etc.. Then, in 2013, they won The Sing Off on NBC. They haven't looked back since. This group's future is very bright .
So, have a listen to this fantastic group of talented singers - NO 20 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR BY HOME FREE.



Hearing Great Music Makes Things Better - Merry Christmas

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Thursday, December 19, 2019

NO. 19 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - A JOINING OF TALENTS TO SING A MODERN CLASSIC FOR CHRISTMAS

It's Thursday. The weekend starts tomorrow. It's the last weekend before the big day. Today's COUNTDOWN TUNE will get you in the mood to party with friends and family. To put together Jose' Feliciano and Jools Holland to sing one of Feliciano's most famous tunes is pretty cool. A British singer, composer, arranger and band leader and a Puerto Rican  composer, writer and singer is a pretty creative joining of talents. And the video you can watch today shows a slew of musicians, singers and players enjoying themselves celebrating the Christmas season with one of the most original Christmas songs ever written.

So, turn up the volume and take a listen - NO. 19 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - FELIZ NAVIDAD BY JOSE' FELICIANO AND JOOLS HOLLAND



Feliz Navidad - I Want To Wish A Merry Christmas Indeed,

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Wednesday, December 18, 2019

NO. 18 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - A VERY COOL JAZZ TUNE BY HARRY CONNICK JR.

Today's COUNTDOWN TUNE is what I call a very cool jazz song. Harry Connick Jr. is the complete package. First and forement, he is an amazingly gifted pianist and singer. Born and raised in New Orleans, Connick started playing the piano when he was three. Later he played I'm Just Wild About Harry with the venerable jazz pianist and composer Eubie Blake. Not a bad way to get started in the world of jazz. In addition to his piano and vocal skills, Connick is a consummate live performer. I had the pleasure of seeing him at Ruth Eckerd Hall several years ago. His rapport with his audience and his skills as a pianist and singer truly come through on stage.

So, I hope you enjoy this cool little jazz tune, written and performed by Harry Connick Jr. - NO. 18 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - IT MUST HAVE BEEN OL' SANTA CLAUS.



Santa Was  A Good Guy Wasn't He - Merry Christmas

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019

NO. 17 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - A RICH LYRICAL CHRISTMAS TUNE BY GEORGE MICHAEL

Today's COUNTDOWN Tune brings back an outstanding song and video from the late great George Michael. Starting with the super group WHAM in 1981, Michael went on to become one of the most dominant pop artists during the eighties well into the nineties. His album FAITH was one of the most innovative and successful pop albums ever recorded, winning the Album of The Year Grammy Award in 1989. He continued to deliver great pop tunes well into the New Millennium.

Today's tune was co-written by Michael and released in 2009. It is a very rich lyrical pop song and the video imagery is very powerful. Enjoy NO. 17 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - DECEMBER SONG (I DREAMED OF CHRISTMAS) BY GEORGE MICHAEL.



If you still have shopping to day, you better get busy - Merry Christmas

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Monday, December 16, 2019

NO. 16 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - JOY TO THE WORLD BY ONE OF THE GREATEST ACAPELLA GROUPS EVER

I just can't get enough of  PENTATONIX. This group of five gifted singers performing some of the most challenging acapella arrangements ever set to paper bring a fresh, creative voice to Christmas music. Their mastery of this genre of music is utterly amazing. Winner of multiple awards, this group of great singers always impresses. And they have produced some of the best live videos  ever made. So, today, on Monday - You know the day that nobody really likes - I think this COUNTDOWN tune will get you out of that Monday attitude. Nothing brings joy like great singing, particularly when it celebrates the Savior of The World.

NO. 16 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - JOY TO THE WORLD BY PENTATONIX



Just Enjoy The Joy Today On Monday - OK? Merry Christmas

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Sunday, December 15, 2019

NO. 15 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - THE FINAL SCENE FROM THE CLASSIC IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE

Starring iconic actor Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed, It's A Wonderful Life is one of the greatest films of all time. It was made by one of Hollywood's Golden Age Directors, Frank Capra. Even though the film did not do very well when originally released in 1946, due to competition, it has become a classic film about life and the joys of family and Christmas. You cannot watch this final scene on today's COUNTDOWN without feeling better about life. I have always contended that great art - music, books, painting and movies may go in and out of fashion but greatness always remains. We watch this great film every Christmas without fail.

So just click on this final scene and, I promise, you will feel better - NO. 15 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - THE FINAL SCENE FROM IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE.



I Hope You Are Having A Wonderful Life During this Special Season - Merry Christmas.

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Saturday, December 14, 2019

NO. 14 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - A JAZZ GREAT DOES SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN

The first time I heard Diana Krall, I became an instant fan. The British Columbia native is a master of the keyboards with a smooth, sexy contralto voice. It's the total package for the making of great jazz. I had the distinct pleasure of seeing her live several years ago and it did not disappoint. If you like jazz, particularly simple jazz created with piano, a rhythm section and excellent vocals, then Krall is a definite  Bucket List Entry. For some reason, I fell in love with jazz when I was a kid. I loved all the big bands and great jazz artists from the forties, in particular. It's artists like Diana Krall who keep this uniquely American genre of music alive and healthy. 

So sit back and enjoy this live performance by the multiple Grammy winning Canadian - NO. 14 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN BY DIANA KRALL.



It's Only 11 Days Before The Big Guy Comes Down The Chimney - Merry Christmas,

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Friday, December 13, 2019

NO. 13 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - THE ONE & ONLY ROBERT EARL KEEN SINGING ABOUT THE FAMILY

OK. It's Friday and you are probably going to a gathering of family in the next few days. So today's tune is by the great Texas Troubadour Robert Earl Keen - MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE FAMILY. I have actually talked to people who say they can really relate to today's send up of Christmas time. Only an artist that has written and performed as many great songs could write something like today's Christmas Classic. Keen has never had a chart topper. It doesn't matter. If you want to hear great lyrics and great music, pull up any song by this incredible country artist on your Spotify. One of his best friends is the great Lyle Lovett. They composed and performed on Keen's front porch when they were both at Texas A&M. 

So sit back and have a laugh with this great tune and video of NO. 13 ON THE CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE FAMILY BY ROBERT EARL KEEN.


Yes - It's All About Family - Merry Christmas

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Thursday, December 12, 2019

NO. 12 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - A COLLEGE GROUP BRINGS YOU A CLASSIC OF ACAPELLA EXCELLENCE

THE VOICES OF LEE. One of the most gifted singing groups from Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee, a school known for its many great singing choirs, trios, quartets as well as the venerable Voices of Lee. I have had the privilege of hearing this great acapella group of college kids singing all manner of Christian music. Directed by Danny Murray since 1994, the group of fifteen has performed and enthralled audiences world wide. And they bring their usual lush vocal colorings  to this classic Christmas song, written in 1914, based on a Ukrainian folk song. It is a complicated piece of vocal music requiring discipline and excellent singers to perform it.

So I hope enjoy NO. 12 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - CAROL OF THE BELLS BY THE VOICES OF LEE.



It Will Be Here Soon - Merry Christmas

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Wednesday, December 11, 2019

NO. 11 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - BUBLE' & A VERY ATTRACTIVE TRIO GIVE US JUNGLE BELLS

No Christmas Countdown would be complete without this fabulous tune by Michael Buble' & The Puppini Sisters. The girls bring back a modern day version of the famous Andrews Sisters, who sold more than 90 million records performing great songs like their 1941 hit Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy. If you like great singing from that era, you can thank Michael Buble' for reviving that style of music from the forties. And today's tune brings that great genre front and center with this fabulous arrangement of the classic JINGLE BELLS.

So get up and dance if you're so inclined to this great Christmas Classic - NO. 11 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - JINGLE BELLS BY MICHAEL BUBLE' & THE PUPPINI SISTERS. THIS TUNE JUST MAKES YOU FEEL BETTER!



And for The Countdown's second double dip, enjoy Mele Kalikimaka by Bing Crosby and The Andrews Sisters.



Mel Kalikimaka Indeed - Merry Christmas To You,

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Tuesday, December 10, 2019

NO. 10 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - BRUBECK AND SANTA CLAUS

I have been a Dave Brubeck fan since the first time I heard Take Five, a famous jazz tune composed in 5/4 time by the great Paul Desmond and recorded by the Dave Brubeck Quartet in 1959. Dave Brubeck performed and recorded great, innovative jazz, with his quartet and later with his two sons for jazz fans the world over. We had the distinct pleasure of seeing Brubeck and his Quartet at the famous Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, Florida when we lived in Saint Petersburg. In his late eighties, he wowed his audience with  his interpretation of jazz classics and newer works as well. A communicator of a genre of music that is uniquely American still flourishing because of talented artists like Brubeck.

So enjoy the rare Christmas Countdown Tune performed by one of the truly great jazz pianists to ever sit down at a keyboard - NO. 10 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN SANTA CLAUS IS COMIN' TO TOWN BY DAVE BRUBECK.



And for the first double take of the  2019 CHRISTMAS Countdown,  enjoy the classic TAKE FIVE. It's not a Christmas Tune but it shows the mastery of the keyboards by Mr. Brubeck with his Quartet, including the great saxophonist Paul Desmond.



Jazz is perfect for Christmas Time - Merry Christmas To All,

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Monday, December 9, 2019

NO. 9 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - THE FIRST NOEL BY THE BEST IN ACAPELLA - PENTATONIX

By now, the whole world has heard of PENTATONIX. This group of five gifted singers first came on the scene in 2011. Through You Tube and other platforms they have managed to turn themselves into an international acapella phenomenon in the tradition of the Hi-Los, Straight No Chaser and other groups where harmony and multiple arrangements bring one of the most challenging and demanding genres of music into the recording studio. On top of their incredible vocal stylings, their videos bring new energy to this great form of music in a variety of styles and formats. Today's COUNTDOWN tune is an amazing arrangement of the Christmas Classic - The First Noel.

So, just sit back and relax, as you listen to this multiple Grammy award winning acapella sensation perform one of the most beloved songs of Christmas - NO. 9 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - THE FIRST NOEL BY PENTATONIX.



Acapella Singing Is Really Hard My Fellow Vagabonds - Merry Christmas


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Sunday, December 8, 2019

THE SECOND SUNDAY IN DECEMBER - NO. 8 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - A SOULFUL CELEBRATION

Today's COUNTDOWN tune is a soulful celebration of the greatest Christian song ever written. I include this rearrangement of this powerful work every year of the COUNTDOWN. George Frideric Handel wrote the original Hallelujah Chorus in 1741 as part of the great work Messiah. It has been said that Handel, who wrote the entire 260 page work in twenty four days, told his assistant upon finishing the Hallelujah Chorus - "I did think I did see all Heaven before me, and the great God Himself seated on His throne, with his company of Angels". It has become the most performed work in Christian Music. And today's rearrangement by the great writers, arrangers and producers Mervyn Warren, Michael O. Jackson and Mark Kibble was recorded in 1992 by a large choir of talented superstar singers, known and unknown. You'll also see the great Quincy Jones directing this live recording of this powerful work over 250 years old.

So enjoy the energy and the singing of  NO. 8 ON THE CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - HANDEL'S MESSIAH: A SOULFUL CELEBRATION - THE HALLELUJAH CHORUS. 



Somebody Say Hallelujah and Merry Christmas,

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Saturday, December 7, 2019

NO. 7 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - A TRUE TEXAS TROUBADOUR GIVES US A SONG WITH IRONY

Hayes Carll, is from Woodland Texas. He is a true Texas Troubadour who is a poet and ironic song writer that captures the essence of life as he sees it. His sarcasm and biting wit places him with other great Texas writers and performers such as Lyle Lovett, Townes Van Zandt, Robert Earl Keen and others that capture life in simple lyrics and music. Today's COUNTDOWN TUNE tells the story of a Christmas with his aunts, uncles, cousins and others who bring all the good, bad and ugly to any family gathering. He is earthy, respectful and real in his writing about life with a sardonic eye.


So take a listen to this tune and enjoy the video for NO. 7 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - GRATEFUL FOR CHRISTMAS BY HAYES CARLL.



All Great Music Makes You Think About Things - Merry Christmas

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Friday, December 6, 2019

NO. 6 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - VINCE GILL PERFORMING BLUE CHRISTMAS.

Now everybody knows that Vince Gill delivers great music with one of the greatest high lyrical tenors in all of music, not just country. His falsetto in the  upper register is second to none. Today's tune and video is a very powerful arrangement and visual presentation of the great classic tune Blue Christmas, written by Billy Hayes and Jay W. Johnson and first recorded in 1948. Then, in 1957, the one and only ELVIS made the song a standard classic Christmas tune that still enjoys immense popularity today. So, when I find a unique take on what has become a Christmas Classic, it deserves to be seen by all music lovers. 

The uniqueness of this video with brave soldiers fighting for our country brings home the beauty and grace of this great Christmas song of love by one of America's truly great singers.

So, please enjoy this beautiful song with video - NO. 6 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - VINCE GILL PERFORMING BLUE CHRISTMAS.



Surround Yourself With Those You Love This Christmas,

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NO. 5 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - KILLER ARRANGEMENT - for KING & COUNTRY - THE LITTLE DRUMMER BOY

I'm a day late with today's tune, but it's worth the wait. If today's (actually yesterday's) 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN tune doesn't get you going - well - that's on you. The Little Drummer Boy has been recorded by every artist from the greatest to the least important. But rarely has it ever been recorded like it is on this Countdown Number by for KING & COUNTRY, a Christian Pop group composed of two brothers from Australia, now residing in Music City, Nashville. Winners of two Grammies, one music publication referred to them as Australia's answer to Coldplay. I have been involved in music my entire life, so, when I see someone take a song as old and traditional as The Little Drummer Boy and turn it into a rocking Christian Pop tune, it has to be enjoyed and shared.

So - Really - Crank up the volume and get inspired by this incredible version of NO. 4 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - THE LITTLE DRUMMER BOY BY for KING & COUNTRY.



It's Always About The Music - Merry Christmas

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Wednesday, December 4, 2019

NO. 4 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - AN EPIC FLASH MOB WITH A FAMILY OF GREAT STRING PLAYERS

Today's Countdown tune is one of the most impressive Flash Mob pieces of music I have ever seen. Led by five kids, four girls and one guy, from one family, all accomplished string players - from Utah - THE FIVE STRINGS. As in all Flash Mobs, by the time they get through they have a host of singers delivering a modern version of a classic Christmas tune. Oh Come All Ye Faithful has a history that started in the early 1700's and is attributable to various authors including writers, kings and monks. 

So, sit back and enjoy this beautiful graceful rendition of NO. 4 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - OH COME ALL YE FAITH FULL BY THE FIVE STRINGS AND A CAST OF GREAT SINGERS.



The Music Is The Thing - Merry Christmas

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Tuesday, December 3, 2019

NO. 3 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - DAVID PHELPS BRINGS IT HOME ON A GREAT POWER GOSPEL TUNE

Today's selection for the 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN features one of the greatest tenors in David Phelps. Phelps has been a fixture with the Gaither Vocal Band for years, but, also does solo work. He is a true lyrical power tenor, giving today's song Jesus What A wonderful Child everything you expect from such a talented vocalist- a little hot gospel, a little  R&B, and amazing stratospheric high notes without a strain in his voice or delivery. And with some premier Gaither singers providing backup, this song achieves complete excellence and powerful.


So turn up your speakers or headphones and listen to this power tune by one of today's top gospel singers - NO. 3 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - JESUS WHAT A WONDERFUL CHILD BY DAVID PHELPS.


My God Bless You & Yours This Christmas Season

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Monday, December 2, 2019

NO. 2 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - BUBLE' & A PERFECT VERSION OF A CHRISTMAS CLASSIC

I have been a fan of the one guy that has kept great music from the forties alive and well. Michael Buble' has become a world wide phenomenon from his humble beginnings in Canada as a wedding singer. I have had the pleasure of seeing him live twice. It was worth every penny. The boy can flat out sing. He's a consummate performer and interpreter of the music of Sinatra, Torme' and Crosby. Plus, he records the occasional "new" tune, but always with the stylistic coloring of the great period when great crooners and big bands ruled the music world. Today's tune is a new twist on a classic and the video is a very cool animated mini-movie of the joy and pleasure of our greatest holiday season.

So just sit back and enjoy today's tune, originally recorded by the great Bing Crosby in 1942,  by the one singer that can put you in the Christmas spirit - MICHAEL BUBLE' & WHITE CHRISTMAS.



Merry Christmas to all those people up north and out west that are getting all that snow. Stay Warm.

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Sunday, December 1, 2019

HERE WE GO - NO. 1 ON THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN - A PUNK KICKOFF!!

December 1, 2019 - Only twenty five days 'til the day of our Lord's birth. I found this hilarious video and song of dysfunctional celebration by the Celtic Punk Band THE DROPKICK MURPHYS to get you in the mood for this greatest of celebratory seasons. It is my fervent hope that you will be with the people that matter to you and bring you joy, no matter how dysfunctional,  during this wonderful time for family and friends. Don't get too stressed getting all the goodies for the big and little kids. I say Hallelujah for AMAZON. For people who loathe shopping like me and mine, AMAZON is a true modern day miracle. So, anyway, we're off with the seventh year of THE 2019 CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN. I will be bringing you brand new tunes and some annual favorites. I hope it makes you sing, dance and laugh along the way.


So have a look and a listen at this crazy video by this unique band from Quincy, Massachusetts
THE DROPKICK MURPHYS PERFORMING - THE SEASON'S UPON US. 



May all of your Black Fridays be cheap!!

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