Every time I listen to this song, I notice more how much it sounds like Donny Hathaway is trying to seduce me. Hanging under the mistletoe, I’m going to get to know him better? The fireside is blazing bright? We’re “caroling all through the night” are we? This is going to be a “very special Christmas” for him? But still, the song is a classic and amazing, so enjoy it with someone special this Christmas.
Donny Hathaway – This Christmas:
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Doesn’t everyone love a great ski trip? Not poor George Michael. Last year he gave her his heart and she just threw it away?! Then why was she invited this year? Lesson learned, no exes should be invited to fun holidays in the snow. And, needless to say, if American Apparel is looking for ideas for it’s 2012 8os throw back ski line, this video is the perfect source of inspiration. Heartbreak or not, this is one of my favorites.
Wham! – Last Christmas:
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This is probably the most upbeat and jazzy version of “Jingle Bells” out there, from good Ol’ Blue Eyes. Throw it on while you decorate a tree and watch the Christmas dance party materialize before your eyes.
Frank Sinatra – Jingle Bells:
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It snuck up on me this year but the holiday season is here upon us. To celebrate, over the next week we will be posting some of our very favorite jams of the season. So grab some warm cider, unwrap your candy canes, light up the tree and enjoy!
Although not the original Sinatra version of the song which is, of course, my favorite, this Chris Martin cover is excellent.
Chris Martin (Coldplay) – Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas:
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Pitchfork debuted the new video for “Crime Pays” from Bear Hands today, featuring a special guest appearance by what appears to be Mike Tyson at the boxing match! Also, I really enjoy the ending. Take the camera and run little man!
Bear Hands – Crime Pays:
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East Village to Brooklyn 