#CrazyStupidPlaylist: The “Should’ve Been” Christmas Number Ones

Dec 20, 2020Dec 20, 2020 ~ Alex the Pensmith ~ Leave a comment

The race is on, even as we speak, to discover who will be the identity of this year's Christmas number one single in the UK. Regular readers may remember that back in 2017 I did a blog recounting my favourite Yuletide chart toppers of yore. But of course, this being the UK, for every 'Do … Continue reading #CrazyStupidPlaylist: The “Should’ve Been” Christmas Number Ones

Christmas Song Advent Calendar 2017: Day 23

Dec 23, 2017Dec 17, 2017 ~ Alex the Pensmith ~ 1 Comment

ARTIST: The Pogues and Kirsty MacColl SONG: Fairytale of New York ALBUM: If I Should Fall from Grace with God (1987, Warner Music) My Celtic heritage means that I couldn't not include this in my Christmas Song Advent Calendar this year - or every year for that matter. And this year, is especially important for … Continue reading Christmas Song Advent Calendar 2017: Day 23

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