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Send us a textThe Impact One Author And Filmmaker Is Making On Mental Health And Human Connection#author #filmmaker #indiefilm #mentalhealth #director paul skidmore is an author and filmmaker in Tennessee. he's the author of short stories "kindling", "ciao bella", and "the darkness rolled over her", and a novel — God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.n 2020, he adapted "the darkness rolled over her" into a feature film, which is expected to be released in early 2025. the film was produced on a modest budget with a small, but passionate crew, and skidmore hopes the film will have a big impact — saving lives, making friends for life, and encouraging everyone to "keep movin'". an ebook of the short story is available for free today, along with a fun discussion guide at fivecoffeesandabook.com. read the story with a friend and talk about it.Website: https://fivecoffeesandabook.com/https://parabolos.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skidmorep/X: https://x.com/skidmorepSubstack: https://skidmore.substack.com/Thanks for tuning in, please be sure to click that subscribe button and give this a thumbs up!!Email: thevibesbroadcast@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_to_the_vibes_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevibesbroadcastnetworkLinktree: https://linktr.ee/the_vibes_broadcastTikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeuTVRv2/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheVibesBrdcstTruth: https://truthsocial.com/@KoyoteFor all our social media and other links, go to: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/the_vibes_broadcastPlease subscribe, like, and share!

Inspired by the well-worn tune, "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" which speaks of "tidings of comfort and joy" Pastor Adam concludes the Advent preaching series by examining Luke 2:8-20, one final passage where the themes of comfort and joy are highlighted and directed to their ultimate fulfillment in the gift of Christmas: Christ himself and his glorious Gospel.

Inspired by the well-worn tune, "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" which speaks of "tidings of comfort and joy" Pastor Adam continues the Advent preaching series, examining passages throughout Scripture where the themes of comfort and joy are highlighted, pointing them to their ultimate fulfillment in the gift of Christmas: Christ himself and his glorious Gospel. This week's passage is: Isaiah 55:6-13

Join us for the festive annual Jewish Christmas Spectacular on 580 Live! Host Dave Allen is joined by sponsors Tony the Tailor and Judge Richard Lindsay, alongside Delegate Mike Pushkin, Coop, Steve Animal, and Shockley from 98.7 The Mountain. Special guest violinist Alasha Al-Qudwah adds a magical touch with live performances of "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" and "Little Drummer Boy" with Delegate Pushkin. Tune in for music, laughter, and holiday cheer in this unforgettable celebration!

Send us a textWelcome to Guess the Year! This is an interactive, competitive podcast series where you will be able to play along and compete against your fellow listeners. Here is how the scoring works:10 points: Get the year dead on!7 points: 1-2 years off4 points: 3-5 years off1 point: 6-10 years offGuesses can be emailed to drandrewmay@gmail.com or texted using the link at the top of the show notes (please leave your name).I will read your scores out before the next episode, along with the scores of your fellow listeners! Please email your guesses to Andrew no later than 12pm EST on the day the next episode posts if you want them read out on the episode (e.g., if an episode releases on Monday, then I need your guesses by 12pm EST on Wednesday; if an episode releases on Friday, then I need your guesses by 12 pm EST on Monday). Note: If you don't get your scores in on time, they will still be added to the overall scores I am keeping. So they will count for the final scores - in other words, you can catch up if you get behind, you just won't have your scores read out on the released episode. All I need is your guesses (e.g., Song 1 - 19xx, Song 2 - 20xx, Song 3 - 19xx, etc.). Please be honest with your guesses! Best of luck!!The answers to today's ten songs can be found below. If you are playing along, don't scroll down until you have made your guesses. .....Have you made your guesses yet? If so, you can scroll down and look at the answers......Okay, answers coming. Don't peek if you haven't made your guesses yet!.....Intro song: This Christmas by Donny Hathaway (1970)Song 1: The Christmas Guest by Johnny Cash (1980)Song 2: (There's No Place Like) Home for the Holidays by Perry Como (1954)Song 3: Deck the Halls by Mannheim Steamroller (1984)Song 4: Someday at Christmas by Jack Johnson (2008)Song 5: What Christmas Means to Me by Stevie Wonder (1967)Song 6: God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen by Glee Cast (2010)Song 7: O Holy Night by *NSYNC (1998)Song 8: Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer (1964)Song 9: Our Love is Like a Holiday by Michael Bolton (2001)Song 10: O Come, O Come Emmanuel by William Shatner (2018)

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 12-19-24 (8:05am) MORNING NEWS DUMP Democratic Rep. Hakeem Jeffries points his finger at Republicans if the CR fails. But the right says THIS is what the nation voted for...stop the crazy spending!! So take a look at Plan B here: https://redstate.com/beccalower/2024/12/19/breaking-house-hammers-out-plan-b-continuing-resolution-heres-whats-in-it-n2183432 A St. Louis County judge will decide who selects the new County Prosecutor. Meanwhile, Melissa Price-Smith said she was told twice to gather some "dirt" on Republican candidate for the County Council Mike Archer. There's been a second arrest in connection with the murder of CBC student and hockey player Colin Brown. It's 28-year-old Donovan Baucom. It could be a Blue Christmas for some folks expecting holiday deliveries from Amazon. Workers at seven Amazon facilities, including Skokie, IL, New York City, Atlanta, and San Francisco, and four in Southern California, are all part of the strike, with Amazon employees at other facilities indicating that they may also join the picket line. Although these employees are represented by the Teamsters Union, Amazon doesn't recognize that affiliation. Story here: https://redstate.com/terichristoph/2024/12/19/teamsters-strike-amazon-n2183417 Trump administration may consider ankle monitors to keep track of illegal aliens. Story here: https://nypost.com/2024/12/18/us-news/incoming-trump-admin-looks-to-expand-ankle-monitor-use-for-illegal-migrants-report/ Blues (15-15-3) face the Lightning (17-10-2) tonight in Tampa Bay at 6pm CT. (8:20am) Do you think Disney is finally getting the message? They pulled a pro "trans" storyline from an upcoming children's show. Perverts on the Left are upset. Folks on the right see another small victory in the fight against perversion. Story here: https://redstate.com/terichristoph/2024/12/18/disney-reads-the-room-axes-transgender-storyline-from-upcoming-pixar-childrens-show-n2183366 (8:35am) Phil Kerpen, president of American Commitment and the Committee to Unleash Prosperity, talks about a possible government shutdown by this weekend as the CR (Continuing Resolution) bill fails to pass, which of course means that society will grind to a halt, according to Democrats. Story on the CR here: https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2024/12/18/house-minority-leader-wails-about-gop-killing-continuing-resolution-elon-musk-floors-him-with-reality-n2183397 Also story here: https://redstate.com/bonchie/2024/12/18/trump-and-vance-blast-spending-bill-full-of-democrat-giveaways-and-mike-johnson-gets-weak-knees-n2183387 (https://www.americancommitment.org/) (https://www.americancommitment.org/phil-kerpen/) (@kerpen) (https://committeetounleashprosperity.com/) Sign up for their free daily newsletter here: https://committeetounleashprosperity.com/ (8:50am) We discuss Christmas metal songs, including a look at Ronnie James Dio doing God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen. NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Antiphon:  Shine forth, and let thy light restoreScripture:   Psalm 3                     1 Corinthians 16: 13-14      Reflector:  GerryMusic:   All Creatures of Our God and King              God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen

Send us a textIntro song: Count Your Blessings by Michelle Malone & The Hot Toddies10. Toy Soldiers by Luminare Christmas!9. Spirit of Christmas by Chapel Hart8. God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen by Phil Wickham7. One Glove by Jimmy Fallon & Will Ferrell6. O Come O Come Emmanuel by RuelleOutro song: Christmas Blessings by Dave Barnes

Sermon: Simple Joy (Seeing the Savior from a shepherd's perspective) - Luke 2:8-14 Christmas Worship "God With Us": Gather Round (Curtis Biggs), Immanuel (Scott Smith), O Come All Ye Faithful, Mary Did You Know (Larry Beck), Labor of Love (Christina Biggs), O Holy Night, Behold (Worship Team) , God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen

Sermon: Simple Joy (Seeing the Savior from a shepherd's perspective) - Luke 2:8-14 Christmas Worship "God With Us": Gather Round (Curtis Biggs), Immanuel (Scott Smith), O Come All Ye Faithful, Mary Did You Know (Larry Beck), Labor of Love (Christina Biggs), O Holy Night, Behold (Worship Team) , God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen

Inspired by the well-worn tune, "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" which speaks of "tidings of comfort and joy" Pastor Adam continues the Advent preaching series, examining passages throughout Scripture where the themes of comfort and joy are highlighted, pointing them to their ultimate fulfillment in the gift of Christmas: Christ himself and his glorious Gospel. This week's passage is Isaiah 40:1-2.

Antiphon:  The King shall come when morning dawns.Scripture:  Advent Psalm                    Romans 8:28Reflector:  Sr. KathleenMusic:  God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen              From a distanceMEMORARAERemember, O mostgracious Virgin Mary,that never was it knownthat anyone who fled to thy protection,implored thy help, or sought thine intercessionwas left unaided.Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee,O Virgin of virgins, my mother;to thee do I come,before thee I stand,sinful and sorrowful.O Mother of the Word Incarnate,despise not my petitions,but in they mercy hear and answer me.Amen.

Send us a textIn this episode Ray and I talk to Jim Wilson about his book "Tuned In" which is about his long career as the piano tuner to the stars, the hand he played in the invention of the Midi-Mod, his eventual success as a piano instrumentalist and his long journey into finding his artist within. You will hear excerpts of songs from his various albums, including "Tangerine Moon", "Anna's Blue Skies", "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" (sung by Dan Fogelberg, from Jim's Christmas collection) and "Til I See You Again."Thank you to the fans who have sent us messages since we started Season Two.Please subscribe to our podcast!Love , Jude and RaySupport the show

Songs of the season - God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen by Kearney eFree Church

This week the Buddies discuss what they've learned from the past year, get a surprise visit from our international correspondent, and debate whether or not Tony Hawk is a messiah. Share with a friend! Recommendations: Marvel Universe VS. (comic series), God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen (song), Not blocking the exit of the ski lift (thing to do)

This week The Daily Pause is diving into the archives and revisiting the journey through well-known Christmas Carols that God us through last year. Each day we will open with prayer to immerse in the presence and love of God, and then we will engage with a well-known Christmas carol, hearing something of the story behind the carol, as well as the deep soul-stirring theology of the lyrics. We will get to embrace these age-tested songs in a fresh way, giving the Holy Spirit ample space, time, and truth to restore our souls in this unique season.  Enjoy today's journey as God uses the story and lyrics of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen to strengthen our faith and enrich our lives. Merry Christmas!  God rest you merry, gentlemen,let nothing you dismay;remember Christ, our Saviorwas born on Christmas Dayto save us all from Satan's pow'rwhen we were gone astray. Refrain:O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy,O tidings of comfort and joy. From God our heav'nly Fathera blessed angel cameand unto certain shepherdsbrought tidings of the same,how that in Bethlehem was bornthe son of God by name. "Fear not," then said the angel,"let nothing you affright;this day is born a Savior,the true and radiant light,to free all those who trust in himfrom Satan's pow'r and might." Now to the Lord sing praises,all you within this place,and in true love and fellowshipeach other now embrace;this holy tide of Christmasis filled with heav'nly grace. Refrain:O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy,O tidings of comfort and joy.

Happy Christmas Eve, everybody! Can you believe tomorrow's the big day and that Santa's already set out on his annual trip!? To celebrate the occasion, please enjoy our annual Christmas Eve story, in which the elves read Ivan Cohen's "Batman Returns: One Dark Christmas Eve", the children's adaptation of the Tim Burton holiday classic, "Batman Returns", illustrated by J.J. Harrison! While this storybook is written to be read to the tune of "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen", have no fear - the elves have no intention of making your ears bleed today and thus don't sing the tale as it's meant to be delivered!  So take a break from the wrapping, settle back with your favorite holiday drink beside your Christmas tree in order to bask in its glow, and enjoy!  As always, thanks for your love and support, y'all! Make sure to check your feeds tomorrow - Monday, December 25th, Christmas Day itself - for our episode on season two of the legacy sequel series, "The Santa Clauses"!  Have a very Merry Christmas! We hope you have an amazing one, filled with food, drinks, laughter, and loved ones, and we hope that the big man in red brings you everything you asked for! We're looking forward to counting down to Christmas 2024 with all of y'all!

“The Joy of brightening other lives, bearing each others' burdens, easing each other's loads and supplanting empty hearts and lives with generous gifts becomes for us the magic of the holidays.” - W. C. Jones Julia hosts a Christmas hour of joyful choral singing. She first talks with Milan about the history of the holiday, then she segues into the teen-led acapella group, the Waves. Their mission is to introduce choral music to a larger audience with pieces by Eris Essenvalds, Ericsson Hatfield, and Violeta Parra. Julia starts the program with a layered recording of The First Noel where she sings all the parts followed by three songs sung by The Waves, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Carol of the Bells, and Joy to the World. The featured performers in the teen acapella group, The Waves, include Cayden Sewell Naomi Coffman Maddie Garfinkel Julia Howe Aditi Shankar Lori Agbabian Lauren Thompson Miles Kaludzinski Lev Corliss Tarek Wilks Sarah Wolfe Claire Malaney-Lau Finally, Julia interviews Cayden, the leader of the Waves, to discuss the importance of singing, choirs, chorus, and caroling. They encourage everyone to share their voice! Sing along! Merry Christmas from everyone at Be the Star You Are!® charity and Express Yourself! Teen Radio! Good tidings we bring to you and your kin! Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio • https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/ • https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/ NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com

“The Joy of brightening other lives, bearing each others' burdens, easing each other's loads and supplanting empty hearts and lives with generous gifts becomes for us the magic of the holidays.” - W. C. Jones Julia hosts a Christmas hour of joyful choral singing. She first talks with Milan about the history of the holiday, then she segues into the teen-led acapella group, the Waves. Their mission is to introduce choral music to a larger audience with pieces by Eris Essenvalds, Ericsson Hatfield, and Violeta Parra. Julia starts the program with a layered recording of The First Noel where she sings all the parts followed by three songs sung by The Waves, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Carol of the Bells, and Joy to the World. The featured performers in the teen acapella group, The Waves, include Cayden Sewell Naomi Coffman Maddie Garfinkel Julia Howe Aditi Shankar Lori Agbabian Lauren Thompson Miles Kaludzinski Lev Corliss Tarek Wilks Sarah Wolfe Claire Malaney-Lau Finally, Julia interviews Cayden, the leader of the Waves, to discuss the importance of singing, choirs, chorus, and caroling. They encourage everyone to share their voice! Sing along! Merry Christmas from everyone at Be the Star You Are!® charity and Express Yourself! Teen Radio! Good tidings we bring to you and your kin! Follow us: https://www.starstyleradio.com/expressyourselfteenradio • https://www.facebook.com/ExpressYourselfTeenRadio/ • https://www.facebook.com/BTSYAcharity/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfradio/ NFTs: https://www.StarStyleCommunity.com

Message: Christmas Story Songs: What Child is This?; Shepherds Watched Their Flocks; He Shall Feed His Flock; Beauty of Christmas; God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen; Hark the Herold Angels Sing; Do You Hear What I Hear?; Maltese Winter Host: Rev. Dennis R. Campbell, President/CEO, MissionGO The post Dr. Brian Albrecht – Christmas Story appeared first on MGO Radio/Canada's National Bible Hour.

Hymn Talk Twin Talk is back with another LIVE episode.This episode was recorded on Sunday, September 17, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Reading, MA.Please reach out if you'd like Hymn Talk Twin Talk to come to your church or event. We can talk about any hymn that would fit your theme or sermon series. We absolutely loving talking about God's Word in light of a much-loved hymn. Find us on social media or send us an email so we can plan something for 2024.Performances of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen featured in this episode:The Barenaked LadiesNeil DiamondKenny RogersJulie AndrewsBilly IdolMaria CareyBing CrosbyNat King ColeKeith & Krystyn GettyRandy TravisRascall FlattsPentatonixThank you for supporting Hymn Talk Twin Talk. If you feel so inclined, would you please leave us a rating or a review on your podcast app? This is so important in helping others find us. Thank you so much!In His Service,Kerrie and KelliePsalm 104:33Instagram: @hymntalktwintalkFacebook: Hymn Talk Twin TalkTwitter: @hymntalkhymntalktwintalk@gmail.comwww.hymntalktwintalk.com

The brothers reconvene for a special one-off on the merriest day of them all. Look for Season 3 in the new year. Recommended and referenced resources include: Poetry: "The First Coming" (https://mbird.com/literature/first-coming-by-madeleine-lengle/) by Madeleine L'Engle, "Journey of the Magi" (https://mbird.com/poetry/epiphanyupdate/) by T.S. Eliot, "For the Time Being" (https://www.amazon.com/Time-Being-Christmas-Oratorio-Critical/dp/0691158274?crid=T9QMDHLPQRC&keywords=for+the+time+being+auden+jacobs&qid=1702927579&sprefix=for+the+time+being+auden+jacobs%2Caps%2C124&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=themockblog-20&linkId=8c1834cc96e34723b0d8ef076ff63d91&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) by W.H. Auden, "Descending Theology: The Nativity" (https://mbird.com/poetry/descending-theology-the-nativity-mary-karr/) by Mary Karr Movies: The Muppet Christmas Carol, The Holly and the Ivy, Children of Men, 8-Bit Christmas, The Holdovers, Midnight Clear (but also Joyeux Noel, some details of which John mixes into his description) Television: Call the Midwife Christmas Special, "How We Used Christmas Lights to Fight a War" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Fi83BHQsMA) TED Talk by Jose Miguel Sokoloff, "Christmas Story" The Andy Griffith Show (S1:E11) Artwork: "Winter Landscape" (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Caspar_David_Friedrich_-_Winter_Landscape_-_WGA8243.jpg) by Caspar David Friedrich Books: The Haunted Man (https://amzn.to/41A8h2c) by Charles Dickens Music: The Animals Christmas by Jimmy Webb Songs: “Jesus Christ” by Big Star, “Christmas Was Better in the 80s” by The Futureheads, “Sock it to Me Santa” by Bob Seger & the Heard, “Christmastime Is Here Again” by The Flirtations, “Let's Get It Together this Christmas” by the Harvey Averne Band, “Always in a Manger” by Paul Westerberg, “O Holy Night” by Duvall, “Silent Night” by Richard Hawley, “Thankful Heart” from A Muppet Christmas Carol, “Santa Claus Is Coming” by The Harmony Grits, “Alone on Christmas Day” by The Beach Boys, “Christmas Wrapping” by The Waitresses, “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” by Annie Lennox, “O Little Town of Bethlehem” by Sister Rosetta Tharpe, “Once in Royal David City Bells” by Sufjan Stevens, “What Child Is This?” by Carrie Underwood, “The Decree” by Art Garfunkel, “O Little Town of Bethlehem” by Bob Dylan

What the Riff!?! delves once again into the great (and not so great) Christmas songs to add a little cheer as you rock around the Christmas tree this year.“Carol of the Bells” by Mannheim SteamrollerMannheim Steamroller covers a Ukrainian carol from 1922.  They highlight a 3 against 2 polyrhythm that is present in the original song, and add a major key change that is not present in the original.  This is off their second Christmas album released in 1988 entitled "A Fresh Aire Christmas."  “O Come O Come Emanuel” by Bad ReligionThis fast-paced rendition takes an 8th century song and puts a punk twist to it.  It is a quick song, like most bad Religion tracks. “Yellin' at the Xmas Tree” by Billy IdolRocker Billy Idol reminisces about times with his drunk father yelling at the Christmas tree.  "Oh the Christmas bells are ringing and the carolers are singing, but Daddy, he don't hear 'em, he's yellin' at the Christmas tree."“Space Christmas” by  Shonen KnifeThis Japanese punk-pop band was inspired by the girl groups of the 60's and the Ramones.  This sci-fi Christmas track has a "bubblegum pop" sound with a punk edge.  “Taking Care of Christmas” by Bachman Turner OverdriveWhen Rob covered "Bachman Turner Overdrive II" earlier this year we discovered this Christmas remake of their classic single.  It is surprisingly catchy for a song overhauled for Christmas.  Randy Bachman did an all-Christmas album in 2008 including this song.“Christmas All Over Again” by Tom Petty and the HeartbreakersThis original song was penned by Tom Petty on a ukulele in 1992.  It was used in the motion picture "Home Alone 2:  Lost in New York," and also appeared in "Jingle All the Way."  Jeff Lynne co-produced the song, played bells, bass, timpani, sang background vocals, and wishes for a Chuck Berry Songbook in the song.“God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” by the REO SpeedwagonREO Speedwagon keeps the original feel of the carol in their rendition of this classic.  It was released on their 2009 album, "Not So Silent Night...Christmas with REO Speedwagon."  The original English carol dates back to the 1650's.  “Santa Claus” by The SonicsThis song with a fuzzy guitar appeared on the debut album from The Sonics back in 1965.  The Sonics were a garage band out of Tacoma, Washington in the 60's, and influenced the punk and grunge movement.  They are likely best known for their party song, "Louie, Louie."“Santa's Messin' with the Kid” by Eddie C. CampbellBlues guitarist and singer Eddie C. Campbell was well known in the Chicago blues scene and learned guitar from Muddy Waters.  This song was released on his 1977 Christmas album.“What Christmas Means to Me”  by Stevie WonderThis original song was released on Tamla records in 1967 on Wonder's eighth studio album entitled "Someday at Christmas."  It was the final track on the album which consisted of a mix of Christmas standards and original music. “Merry Christmas Darling” by the CarpentersNo Christmas playlist would be complete without Karen Carpenter's voice.  This song was originally recorded by The Carpenters in 1970.  The lyrics date back to 1946 when songwriter Frank Pooler wrote it about a love interest at the time.  He had The Carpenters perform it when they were his music students at California State University, Long Beach.“White Christmas” by Bing CrosbyBing Crosby originally performed this song composed by Irving Berlin in 1940.  It was performed for the first time in December 1941, and appeared in the motion picture "Holiday Inn" in 1942.  (and there might be a bonus song...)We at What the Riff?!? wish every one a blessed and Merry Christmas!

Episode 112 Merry Moog 2023 Holiday Music Performed on the Moog and other Synthesizers Playlist   Sounds Of Broadcasting 1, “Christmas Logos” from Sounds Of Broadcasting #6088 (1975? William B. Tanner Company, Inc.). Broadcast library track produced for the holidays. Produced using a Moog Modular Synthesizer. Hans Wurman, “Overture Miniature” from Electric Nutcracker (1976 Ovation). This Austrian composer made several remarkable, classically influenced Moog Modular albums from 1969 to 1976. This was one of his last big Moog projects and is difficult to find. 2:54 Hans Wurman, “Danse De La Fee-Dragee ( Sugar Plum Fairy)” from Electric Nutcracker (1976 Ovation). Moog Modular synthesizer, Hans Wurman. 1:33 Hans Wurman, “Danse Des Mirlitons (Flutes)” from Electric Nutcracker (1976 Ovation). Moog Modular synthesizer, Hans Wurman. 2:14 Emerson, Lake & Palmer, “Nutrocker” from Nutrocker / The Great Gates Of Kiev (1972 Cotillion). Arranged by, Emerson, Lake & Palmer. Written by Kim Fowley. Emerson, Lake & Palmer, “Troika” from I Believe In Father Christmas (1995 Rhino Records). Arranged by, Emerson, Lake & Palmer. Moog and effects by Keith Emerson. Sounds Of Broadcasting 2, “Night Of The Kings” from Sounds Of Broadcasting #6088 (1975? William B. Tanner Company, Inc.). Broadcast library track produced for the holidays. Produced using a Moog Modular Synthesizer. Jean Jacques Perrey and Sy Mann, “Jingle Bells” from Switched on Santa (1970 Pickwick). USA. Moog Modular Synthesizer. Jean Jacques Perrey and Sy Mann, “Christmas Bells” from Switched on Santa (1970 Pickwick). USA. Moog Modular Synthesizer. Douglas Leedy, “The Coventry Carol” from A Very Merry Electric Christmas to You (1970 Capitol). USA. Moog Modular Synthesizer and Buchla Synthesizer. Joseph Byrd, “Christmas in the Morning” from A Christmas Yet to Come (1975 Takoma). USA. ARP 2600 Synthesizer with an Oberheim Expander Module. Armen Ra, “O Come All Ye Faithful” from Theremin Christmas (2018 Sungod). USA. Moog Etherwave Pro Theremin. Sounds Of Broadcasting 3, “Electronic Tinsel” from Sounds Of Broadcasting #6088 (1975? William B. Tanner Company, Inc.). Broadcast library track produced for the holidays. Produced using a Moog Modular Synthesizer. Beck, “The Little Drum Machine Boy” from Just Say Noël (1996 Geffen). USA. Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer. Taeko Onuki, Inori (Prayer) from We Wish You A Merry Christmas (1984 Yen). A compilation of specially recorded Christmas-themed songs from various artists on the Yen Records label. Japanese synth-pop with vocals by Onuki. Maybe Ryuichi Sakamoto on keyboards. Unknown artist, “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” from Electronic Computer Christmas Music (1990 Silver Bells Music). As the name suggests, this was a label dedication mostly to producing broadcast music for the holidays. They also release several albums of nature sounds. The studio musicians go unnamed. John Baker, “Christmas Commercial” from BBC Radiophonic Music (1968 BBC Radio Enterprises). A short piece used for broadcasting that was created by tape manipulation of the sounds of a mechanical cash register. It was part of collection of short works by BBC Radiophonic composers. “This record has been produced with the intention of entertaining rather than informing: the items chosen do not necessarily represent a survey of the music created at the BBC Radiophonic Workshop. The Workshop at the BBC Music Studios in Maida Vale, London, is equipped with tape recording machines and other electronic equipment for generating and manipulating sound. The composition and realization of this music and sound is done by a small number of specialized creative staff.” Christmas Baubles, “Orch” from Christmas Baubles And Their Strange Sounds (2002 Lo Recordings). Christmas Baubles was a Russian trio comprised of Alexander Zaitsev, Gennady Pleshkov, and Ilya Baramiya, who produced and performed this track. Sounds Of Broadcasting 4, “Cutesy Christmas Logos” from Sounds Of Broadcasting #6088 (1975? William B. Tanner Company, Inc.). Broadcast library track produced for the holidays. Produced using a Moog Modular Synthesizer. Michael Nyman, “Cream or Christmas” from Chantons Noël - Ghosts Of Christmas Past (1981 Les Disques Du Crépuscule). From a compilation album of Christmas-related tunes. From Nyman's minimalist era before he became famous for soundtracks. Cabaret Voltaire, “Invocation” from Eight Crepuscule Tracks (1987 Interior Music). This track was originally included on the holiday album Chantons Noël - Ghosts Of Christmas Past (1981 Les Disques Du Crépuscule), which suggested to me that it should be in this holiday podcast. Any excuse for a CV track. Paul Haig, “Scottish Christmas” from Chantons Noël - Ghosts Of Christmas Past (1981 Les Disques Du Crépuscule). From a compilation album of Christmas-related tunes. Scottish songwriter, musician and singer. Les Cousins Dangereux, “What Child Is This” from Gotta Groove Records 2012 (2012 Gotta Groove Records). Holiday album with various artists. Les Cousins Dangereux is Mr. Tim Thornton. Joy Electric, “Angels We Have Heard on High” from The Magic Of Christmas (2003 Tooth & Nail Records). Joy Electric is Ronnie Martin from Ohio. American synthesizer-pop musician. Among his many releases is this crafty Christmas album. Sounds Of Broadcasting 5, “Christmas Moog Choir” from Sounds Of Broadcasting #6088 (1975? William B. Tanner Company, Inc.). Broadcast library track produced for the holidays. Produced using a Moog Modular Synthesizer. Edhels, “Oriental Christmas” from Oriental Christmas (1985 Cabana Music). Recorded in France. Drums, Percussion, Keyboards, Jacky Rosati; Guitar, Jean Louis Suzzoni; Guitar, Bass, Keyboards, Composed by, Marc Ceccotti; Keyboards, Noël Damon. I was sent this as a promotional album back in 1985 with a kind little note from the artists. Sorry it took me so long to put the Christmas-related track in my podcast. This is great example of synth-pop from France in the 1980s. Pac-Man, “Snowflakes And Frozen Lakes” from Pac-Man Christmas Album (1982 Kid Stuff Records). Produced, Written by, Dana Walden, Patrick McBride. “A collection of Pac-Man's favorite Christmas songs.” Need I say more? Swinging Buildings, “Praying For A Cheaper Christmas” from Chantons Noël - Ghosts Of Christmas Past (1981 Les Disques Du Crépuscule). From a compilation album of Christmas-related tunes. This group was once rumored to be New Order in disguise. But no, they were in fact The Bowling Balls in disguise. Old Man Gloom, “Valhalla and Christmas Eve Parts I and II from Christmas (2004 Tortuga Recordings). Ambient/Noise band formed in New Mexico by guitarist/vocalist Aaron Turner and drummer Santos Montano. Guitar, Drum Programming, Drums, captured and organized sound, Kurt Ballou; Performed by Aaron Turner, Caleb Scofield, Luke Scarola, Nate Newton, Santos Montano. Sounds Of Broadcasting 6, “The Joyous Moment” from Sounds Of Broadcasting #6088 (1975? William B. Tanner Company, Inc.). Broadcast library track produced for the holidays. Produced using a Moog Modular Synthesizer. Bernie Krause, Philip Aaberg, “Feliz Navidad” from A Wild Christmas (1994 Etherean Music ). This delightful cassette is from Bernie Krause, known for his Moog explorations with Paul Beaver back in the day. All animal and ambient sounds recorded on location worldwide by Bernie Krause with the exception of the fish (courtesy of U.S. Navy). Animal samples, Bernie Krause and Phil Aaberg. Arrangements, new materials, all keyboards (Kurzweil 2000/Emulator III) Phil Aaberg. Percussion on Feliz Navidad performed by Ben Leinbach. 5:37 John & Yoko and The Plastic Ono Band With The Harlem Community Choir (remixed by Thom Holmes in 2001), “Happy Christmas (War is Over)” (1971 Apple Records). I had a CD player that was in disrepair and decided to “perform” this remix using it. I ended up calling this the Lennon and Ono Sliding Moment remix. Opening background music: Jean Jacques Perrey and Sy Mann, “Tijuana Christmas” from Switched on Santa (1970 Pickwick). USA. Moog Modular Synthesizer. Don Voegeli, “Chanukah” from Holiday & Seasonal Music (1977 EMI). USA. Produced at the Electrosonic Studio of the University of Wisconsin-Extension. Joy Electric, “Let it Snow” from The Magic Of Christmas (2003 Tooth & Nail Records). Joy Electric is Ronnie Martin from Ohio. American synthesizer-pop musician. Christmas Baubles, “Noisy Organ” from Christmas Baubles And Their Strange Sounds (2002 Lo Recordings). Christmas Baubles was a Russian trio comprised of Alexander Zaitsev, Gennady Pleshkov, and Ilya Baramiya, who produced and performed this track.     Opening and closing sequences voiced by Anne Benkovitz. Additional opening, closing, and other incidental music by Thom Holmes. See my companion blog that I write for the Bob Moog Foundation. For additional notes, please see my blog, Noise and Notations.  

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Welcome to the Five Song Mixtape! This week we discuss the mixtape titled “I Jazz Myself Sometimes When I Sit on Santa's Lap” by RJ. You can find the playlist by following our account on Spotify @FiveSongMixtape or you can find us on Instagram @FiveSongMixtape. We would love to hear your thoughts on the playlist and please give us a rating via iTunes to help spread the word!“I Jazz Myself Sometimes When I Sit on Santa's Lap” by RJ1. “Do You Hear What I Hear” by Anthony Bruno2. “Christmas Is Coming” by Vince Guaraldi Trio3. “Sleigh Ride” by Ramsey Lewis Trio4. “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” by The Fabus Four5. “Jingle Bells (No. 2)” by Duke Ellington Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Special Christmas Message: Dr. Brian Albrecht Songs: What Child is this, Beauty of Christmas Album/O Holy Night, Cristian Faith Singer/While shepherds watched their flocks,Discovery singer/God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, christian Faith singers/Matltese, Moscom symhony,Joy to the world, Christian Faith Singers/Carol Bells, Christian Faith Singer/Do you hear what I hear, Christian Faith Singers Hark The herald […] The post Christmas Special appeared first on MGO Radio/Canada's National Bible Hour.

Another Week, even more Woke Nonsense! We will be going through all of the wildest woke stories this week: a Museum upends over 100 years of Christmas Tradition, Woke Santa Clauses, the new "modern" version of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, and the Cost of Admission for Christmas! WE POST DAILY! If you don't see us, check our other socials. If you got a favorite, we are most likely on it! Our Link Tree has all of our Socials! - https://allmylinks.com/robisright

On this episode, Sean and Rachel sit down to discuss the sharp decline in churchgoers over the last few years and the importance of attending mass. Later, they talk about a church that has changed the lyrics to "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" in an effort to become more inclusive, how inflation has impacted the holidays, and share what Christmas is like in the Duffy house. Follow Sean and Rachel on Twitter: @SeanDuffyWI & @RCamposDuffy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Friday, December 23rd, A.D. 2022. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. By Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com) Radical Hindus severely injured Christians in India w/ bamboo sticks Christians in 20 villages in the Narayanpur and Kondagaon districts in the Chhattisgarh state of India were attacked this week by radical Hindu nationalists for refusing to re-convert from Christianity back to Hinduism, reports International Christian Concern. Hindu nationalists used bamboo sticks to attack Christians on Sunday, December 18, as Christians gathered for worship. Tragically, several people were severely injured and hospitalized, while others fled to the jungle or to nearby police stations. The attackers looted and destroyed the homes of many Christians and desecrated three churches. One witness said, “Small kids and women with their families were sitting in open places in biting cold, with no food or water, warming their hands with their breath.” India is the 10th worst country in the world for the persecution of Christians. Matthew 5:10 says, “Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of Heaven.” Church changes Christmas carol lyrics to recognize “queer” All Saints with Holy Trinity Church in Loughborough, Britain decided to take Jesus and the Nativity out of Christmas. Instead, the Bible-rejecting church promoted a message for the "queer and questioning," reports Summit News. Rachael Brind-Surch, the trainee priest, boasted of their outrageous alterations to the traditional "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" carol. Listen to the disturbing lyrics in the first verse of the altered hymn.  "God rest you, queer and questioning, your anxious hearts be still, Believe that you are deeply known and part of God's good will. For all to live as one in peace the global dream fulfilled. O tidings of comfort and joy." Another revision from the misguided British church said, "God rest you also, women, who by men have been erased, Through history ignored and scorned, defiled and displaced; Remember that your stories too, are held within God's grace." The verses replaced the actual lyrics of the carol, which talk about the nativity and how Christ came to “save us all from Satan's power.” John 12:31 says, “Now is the time for judgment on this world; now the prince of this world will be driven out.” 31 GOP Reps vow to block bills by GOP Senators who vote for Biden's $1.7 trillion spending bill Thirty-one House Republicans signed onto a letter Wednesday, vowing to block legislation from any GOP senator who dares to vote for Biden's massive $1.7 trillion omnibus spending package during the lame duck session, reports Breitbart. On Tuesday, 13 House Republicans signed a letter  promising to block the legislative priorities of any Republican senator who votes for the omnibus deal with Democrats just days before Congress leaves town for Christmas. They wrote, “This 4,155-page bill spends $1.7 trillion to further empower the Biden administration's tyrannical attack on the liberty and security of our constituents, and it must be opposed with any fiber of political fortitude Senate Republicans still have. “It will add to our $31 trillion national debt, digging a deeper hole for our children and grandchildren to crawl out of. “As such, we reiterate that if any omnibus [bill] passes in the remaining days of this Congress, we will oppose and whip opposition to any legislative priority of those senators who vote for its passage – including the Republican leader. We will oppose any rule, any consent request, suspension voice vote, or roll call vote of any such Senate bill, and will otherwise do everything in our power to thwart even the smallest legislative and policy efforts of those senators.” Turning Point USA vs. the RNC's Ronna Romney McDaniel After three losing cycles, the grassroots want change at the Republican National Committee according to a new Turning Point Action poll. 78.4% DISAPPROVE of Ronna Romney McDaniel's job as Chair of the RNC, 84% want RNC members to listen to the grassroots, and Ronna has only 1.7% support.  McDaniel is the niece of Republican in Name Only Senator Mitt Romney of Utah. Turning Point is supporting attorney Harmeet Dhillon who announced her candidacy on December 5th with the proclamation, “Republicans are tired of losing.”  Dhillon won in a landslide in the Turning Point Action Poll. Appearing on Brian Kilmead's radio show, Ronna Romney McDaniel was upset, and attacked the largest conservative student organization in the country. ROMNEY McDANIEL: “I'm going to say something about Turning Point. They do great conferences. How many young voters did they register? How many youth voters turned out this cycle? How about the college kids in Arizona where they're headquartered? If you're going to hold the RNC accountable, start looking at these outside organizations and ask them what they did. And this is a group that's taken over the youth vote, they've taken over college campuses and they need to be held accountable. But this is Turning Point and Harmeet trying to take over the RNC.” In a series of five tweets, Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, responded to McDaniel by saying, “Turning Point logged more than 500,000 volunteer hours this election cycle. Turning Point Action directly contacted and engaged over 5 million voters. We hosted well over 100 major door-knocking events and rallies in target states and districts, recruited over 2,000 new precinct leaders, and registered tens of thousands of new voters. Instead of attacking the only youth organization in the country actually doing something, maybe you should be thankful we are doing the work.” Kari Lake legal team finds 42.5% of ballots examined were invalid And finally, Arizona Republican Gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake's legal team dropped a potential legal bomb on Wednesday, reports RedState.com. She tweeted, “48 of 113 ballots reviewed during our examination were 19-inch ballots produced on 20-inch paper. This one-inch discrepancy caused chaos on Election Day, causing the mass rejection of these votes as they were attempted to be read through the tabulators.” That means that 42.5% of the ballots examined were invalid. While the Democrat, Katie Hobbs, was declared the winner, she won by just 17,116 votes, a differential of seven-tenths of one percentage point, reports The National Review.  Lake is hoping this review might lead to calling Hobbs' victory into question. Close And that's The Worldview in 5 Minutes on this Friday, December 23rd in the year of our Lord 2022. Subscribe by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Book in now to our February live event with Rod Dreher: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/irreverend-live-with-rod-dreher-tickets-483820599437In our (sort of) festive episode, Church of England Revs Tom Pelham and Jamie Franklin sit down to give a spiritual perspective on the big stories of our time. This week: Tom's heroic antics in snowy Etchingham, the best World Cup ever in Qatar, God Rest Ye Merry edited for political purposes, reflections upon Andrew Bridgen's intervention in the V-safety debate, woman arrested for silently praying outside abortion clinic - currently unclear whether or not the Archbishop of Canterbury supports the arrest - a Question the Rev on understanding the whole of church history and an email offering a conservative reappraisal of the desirableness of cars in society. That and much much more as ever on this week's Irreverend: Faith and Current Affairs!Timings:00:00:00 Banter and Notices - Tom heroics in icy Etchingham, Rev J on best World Cup ever in disreputable Qatar, God Rest Ye (edited version)00:23:08 Scripture - John 1:1-5, “The Word became flesh”35:20:00 MP Andrew Bridgen says halt the V roll-out53:58:00 Woman arrested for praying outside abortion clinic1:10:50 Question the Rev - History of the Church and liturgy1:16:32 Email of the Week - Should conservatives approve of unrestricted car use?If you enjoy the show, please review, subscribe, share and support. For all your merchandise needs please go to https://www.irreverendpod.com and click on 'merch'. To support the show please see: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irreverend and https://www.patreon.com/irreverend.Links:"Fury" over edited God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11560467/Fury-church-changes-lyrics-God-Rest-Ye-Merry-Gentlemen-inclusive.html?ito=native_share_article-nativemenubutton Andrew Bridgen and Dr Angus Dalgleish on the V-Roll-out: https://twitter.com/thereclaimparty/status/1604940118066098176 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ryzvDNIcEn0https://dailysceptic.org/2022/12/19/i-have-tried-sounding-the-alarm-about-the-vaccines-causing-cancer-relapse-but-the-mainstream-media-dont-want-to-know/ Woman arrested for praying outside abortion clinic:https://adf.uk/woman-charged-for-thoughtcrime/ Justin Welby's position:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jly2jNLKfe0 Notices:Find links to our episodes, social media accounts and ways to support us at https://www.irreverendpod.com!Thursday Circles: http://thursdaycircle.comJamie's Good Things Substack: https://jamiefranklin.substack.comIrreverend Sermon Audio: https://irreverendsermonaudio.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

Tonight on Piers Morgan Uncensored, Piers debates Britain's most senior Roman Catholic cleric hitting out at the ‘woke' rewriting of Christmas carols, saying preserving traditional songs is more important than ‘sensitivities which come and go'. Evangelical Christian Jayne Ozanne defends changing Christmas carols such as God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen to be more inclusive. Piers Morgan speaks to Ben Ferguson on his views on the US's relationship with Ukraine. Ian Poulter tells Piers how he is making Christmas dreams come true. Watch Piers Morgan Uncensored at 8 pm on TalkTV on Sky 522, Virgin Media 606, Freeview 237 and Freesat 217. Listen on DAB+ and the app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Looks Unfamiliar is a podcast in which writer and occasional broadcaster Tim Worthington talks to a guest about some of the things that they remember that nobody else ever seems to.This time Tim's joining guest host Garreth Hirons for a festively-tinged chat about I Was Born On Christmas Day by Saint Etienne Featuring Tim Burgess, Ferrero Prestige, Bod's Present, A Merry Jingle by The Greedies, Doctor Who: The Christmas Invasion by Jenny T. Colgan, Mariah Carey's rendition of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Richard Herring's Christmas Emergency Questions, Iron Man 3 (which is a Christmas Film), Joe 90 Christmas Special The Unorthodox Shepherd and Merry Christmas Santa Claus (You're A Lovely Guy) by Max Headroom. Along the way we'll be debating how to politely deal with a gatecrashing Roland Rat, finding out what happens when you take the concept of 'Pocket Coffee' too literally, going to see The Snowman: No Way Home and revealing the identity of the one viewer who never got to see Russ Conway's Yuletide Jamboree.You can find more editions of Looks Unfamiliar at http://timworthington.org/.If you enjoy Looks Unfamiliar, you can help to support the show by buying us a coffee here. Yes I know Ferrero Prestige lattes are only available to the jet-setting ultra-rich but maybe if I turn up with the woman from the Küsschen advert they won't notice.

Comfort and JoySCRIPTUREPsalm 71: 5-6MUSIC"Tomorrow Will Be My Dancing Day""God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen"

Live from Godfrey Daniels!  Enjoy this edited version that includes all of the holiday songs and highlights from the guests who joined us that played them, especially the 5 live performers.Deep gratitude and thanks once again to Godfrey Daniels, especially Ramona LaBarre, for allowing us to broadcast from there, and also to Mike Duck who's genius on the sound made it all happen flawlessly.Listing of performers and songs- There, There  "Winter Wonderland (Radiohead's Version)"- Jackson Pines "Christmas In Washington" by Steve Earle- Billy Bauer  "No Place Like Home For The Holidays"- Abbie Gardner "The Day After Christmas" (original)- Marc Douglas Berardo "Home Again For Christmas" (original)- The Accidentals  (and their Dads) "The Christmas Song"- Jim Cheney and Josh of Deep Roots "Let It Snow!"- Mike Mains & the Branches  "Jingle Bells", "O Come Emmanuel", & "Christmas Magic" (original)- Freekbass  "Happy Holidays To You" (original)- Carver Commodore  "New Xmas" (original)Live performers- Corinne Mammana "Christmas Time Is Here", "In The Christmas City" (original)- The Will Kiss Band "Show Me The Way" by Peter Frampton- Bobby Siegfried of Chasing Daylight  "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen", "Merry Christmas Darling"- Pepperwine "Present Without A Bow"- Emily Drinker "Down To The River To Pray", "Silent Night"And thank you to New Bethany Ministries for being the light to those in need.  You can still text NextFavBand to 41444 to make a donation to this wonderful organization.The Winter WonderJam was sponsored by Webfoot Digital: https://webfootdigital.com/Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better!If you'd like to sponsor our show or if you're a musician who'd like to come on the show, or if you have a recommendation for OUR next favorite band, hit us up on any of the social media platforms at @nextfavband, or visit our website at stereophilia.studio for more information and to contact us. Let's catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

We all have a lot of things we want for Christmas, but what are the things that God actually wants to give to us? What does He want us to experience in this Christmas season? In the third installment of our "Songs of the Season" series, we're going to learn from His word and the Christmas carol "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen." A special thank you to Carter Moss for guest hosting this series!

Pastor Vinnie and Jasen discuss what love and loathe about Christmas movies, songs and the Christmas Hymn "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen."

Charles George Missions Presents: Day 8 – Christmas Podcast – “Promise Fufilled”Hello and welcome to Day 8, of CGMissions Christmas Podcast. Today's podcast is entitled “Promises Fulfilled.” These podcasts which started on December 1 and will go through December 25, are brought to encourage you as we celebrate the birth of Jesus. Today, we will see how God kept His promise to two people who waited patiently and trusted Him for their prayer to be answered. Stay with us to the end of this podcast because we always play a portion of the Christmas CD, “We Love Christmas” some of which you hear playing in the background now.But first, we will start with what is known as our Memory Share in which a person shares a favorite Christmas memory or gift. Today, Vivian from St. Louis will share her favorite Christmas memory and gift. Today we learn that God always keeps His promises. One of the overriding themes of this Christmas podcast is that when Jesus came to this earth, He brought with Him all the promises of God; he brought everything we need to live life abundantly. John 10:10b. We may grow impatient and think He has forgotten us but, unlike man, God does not forget. We are going to look at two people who waited for many years to see God fulfill His promise to them and those two people are Anna and Simeon.Our scriptures are found in Luke 2:25‑27 and 36‑38.ClosingThank you for being with us today on CGM Christmas Podcast. Join us again tomorrow when we will again share scriptures celebrating Jesus' birth, hear an uplifting Christmas memory from another contributor, and listen to songs from our album “CGM We Love Christmas.” The album “We Love Christmas” is a production of Charles George Missions and Macattack Productions and may be ordered on Apple Music, Amazon, Spotify, and other platforms.We leave you with the song, “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” instrumentals by James McNear, Jr. and Gerald Hill, vocals.If you want to contact us or comment on this podcast, please visit our website at cgmissions.com/podcast where all episodes are available by category in series format. We can also be reached on Instagram at @cgmissions, and on YouTube @cgmissions. CGM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations may be made on our website: www.cgmissions.com

Charles George Missions Presents Day 5– Christmas Podcast – “Joseph, God's Man, Mary's Hero”Hello and welcome to Day 5, of our Christmas Podcast, “Joseph, God's Man, Mary's Hero.” We hope you are being encouraged by these daily podcasts. If you are joining us for the first time, we hope you will listen to the other podcasts, but especially the first podcast of this series from December 1, because it is all about Jesus, whom we are lifting up now through December 25th. Today, we are going to talk about Joseph, Mary's knight in shining armor and God's man of the hour. Stay with us to the end because we will share a portion of CGM's Christmas CD, “We Love Christmas.” But first, we will start with what is known as our Memory Share in which someone shares a favorite Christmas memory or gift. Today, we are going to hear from Adam from Roanoke who will share his favorite Christmas memory. Our scripture today comes from Matthew 1:18-25. This is Stephanie Wright. May God's love, peace, and protection be with you until next time, and remember, “Don't let anything steal your Christmas.”The album “We Love Christmas” is a production of Charles George Missions and Macattack Productions and may be ordered on Apple Music, Amazon, Spotify, and other platforms.We leave you with Gerald Hill (vocals) and James McNear (guitar) performing “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.” Stephanie Wright is the media coordinator for Charles George Missions, Inc. She is wife to Apostle Charles G. Wright. She is a mother, grandmother, daughter, attorney, pilot, podcaster, and loves the Lord. To learn more about Stephanie, visit CGM's website at https://www.cgmissions.com/meet-the-media-director/If you want to contact us or comment on this podcast, please visit our website at cgmissions.com/podcast where all episodes are available by category in series format. We can also be reached on Instagram at @cgmissions, and on YouTube @cgmissions. CGM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations may be made on our website: www.cgmissions.com

This week on The Obsessed Podcast, we're back with another album review! However, this is not just any album review - we are reviewing one of Mariah Carey's most iconic (and known) albums of all time, Merry Christmas! We are also joined by a special guest to help us break this album down, Michael Cadoch from the @planet2000s podcast! . During this review, we go track by track through the entire international version of Merry Christmas (because we didn'tget God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen in North America) and discuss each legendary track. We also discuss: The iconic album art work, the videos that were produced throughout the years, the albums growth from 1994 to now, our favorite (and least favorite) songs on the album and so much more! . What are your favorite tracks on Merry Christmas? Is this your favorite Mariah Carey Christmas album? Do you think this is Mariah's best album vocally? Do you think think Merry Christmas will ever top the Billboard charts? Let us know on any of our social media accounts at The Obsessed Podcast! . Link In Bio! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theobsessedpodcast/message

I had the chance for a quick chat with legendary songwriter Don McLean to talk about:- 50 years of American Pie and what Don credits for the songs longevity- Performing at the Surf Ballroom on the anniversary of The Day the Music Died- Continuing to grow your live act and going on tour this summer- The release of the new children's book American Pie: A Fable- The importance of controlling dynamics between the voice and the guitar- Talking with Ritchie Valens sister and the terrible way she learned of her brothers death- Don's early days of playing coffee houses as a teenager- Dissecting the lyrics of one of the biggest songs of all time for the new documentary "The Day The Music Died - The Story of Don McLeans American Pie" & much more!Follow Don McLean -https://donmclean.comhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8211Zt_HQJWDD0Bj6cenQwhttps://www.instagram.com/thedonmcleanhttps://twitter.com/donmcleanhttps://www.facebook.com/DonMcLeanCheck out the Power Chord Hour radio show every Friday night at 10 to midnight est on 107.9 WRFA in Jamestown, NY. Stream the station online at wrfalp.com/streaming/ or listen on the WRFA app.powerchordhour@gmail.comInstagram - www.instagram.com/powerchordhourTwitter - www.twitter.com/powerchordhourFacebook - www.facebook.com/powerchordhourYoutube - www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jTfzjB3-mzmWM-51c8LggSpotify Episode Playlists - https://open.spotify.com/user/kzavhk5ghelpnthfby9o41gnr?si=4WvOdgAmSsKoswf_HTh_MgDonate to help show costs - https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pchanthony

Comfort and JoyGod does't overlook our sins but He reminds us that they have been paid in full.  Today He calls us to a remembrance of His love with tidings of comfort and joy.SCRIPTUREIsaiah 40 - 1-2(Psalm 40)MUSIC"God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen"(Instrumental and Perry Como)"Psalm 40; Lord Come To My Aid" - Bob Hurd

Bible teacher Beverly Coniaris joins Bill to give insight on the Biblical truth found in some of our favorite Christmas carols, such as  God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Hark the Harold, and Go Tell it On The Mountain. Then Bill is joined by O.S. Hawkins to discuss how prayer opens-up Scripture in new and amazing ways, through his new book called The Prayer Code.  

It's a Celtic Christmas jam session with Abbots Cross today as we spread Christmas Cheer. It's Celtic Christmas Podcast #62. Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com.  WELCOME TO THE CELTIC CHRISTMAS PODCAST AND PLAYLIST I am Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic musician and I love Christmas music. This podcast is funded by people just like you on Patreon. Your generosity funds the creation, promotion, and production of the podcast and our companion playlist. You'll find a link to that playlist, and the artist, in the shownotes. As a patron, you also get an extended podcast of each playlist. The music podcast version is exclusive to Patreon. Sign up for as little as $1 per episode on Patreon to spread Christmas Cheer today!   FEATURED PLAYLIST: Christmas Driving Music Our latest playlist features music that is perfect for a Christmas Drive. Gather up your presents. Hop in the car. Let's go for a drive to visit family and friends with this delightful playlist of Celtic Christmas music for driving down the road. Listen to Christmas Driving now on Spotify. “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen / Pathways / The Kesh” by Abbots Cross from Christmas Visions That was from today's special holiday guest–Abbots Cross. They are on the latest Celtic Christmas Playlist-Christmas Driving Music. HOLIDAY FEATURE: Abbots Cross Pair up two experienced musicians who enjoy Celtic music and what do you get? Well, in this case, you get Abbots Cross! One half of this duo is Alan Booth, who plays guitar, fiddle, and provides the vocals for the group. Alan comes from a musical family and has been steeped in it all his life, starting with piano at the tender age of five, and having two music teachers for parents. He even does musical volunteer work in the Pittsburgh area where he's from—and has traveled all the way to Kenya to share his deep love of singing and playing instruments.  The second half of this duo is Mike Clancy, who provides the percussion, as well as the Irish flute and whistles to the mix. Also a seasoned musician, he has performed for several of the Broadway shows that have traveled to Pittsburgh. Mike plays with several bands in addition to Abbots Cross, and has even created original jazz compositions and released them to CD himself.  It's easy to see how the blending of these two men would provide the foundation for a solid band, and they do come together well to highlight their considerable talents! The holiday album, “Christmas Visions” is a 10-track offering that has such interesting arrangements—and they are deftly played. Clancy's flute takes center stage in many of these tracks, and it just adds so much to the music. In particular, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen is just fantastic. These guys know how to stay true to the spirit of a holiday song while experimenting with what you can do with the music. Everything on this album has a very natural, free-flowing feel to it. It's as if the arrangements are loose and the two musicians just get in the groove and have a good time pushing their abilities. A veritable Christmas “jam session”! Don't miss Si Bheag, Si Mhor / The First Noel. It's hauntingly beautiful, beginning with the flute and then picking up the guitar gently in the background. This track builds slowly and easily with a warmth and genuineness that is very pleasing. Deck the Halls is happy and cheery as it should be, but also paired with a Christmas Eve Reel, adding that Celtic flavor and appeal.  This holiday compilation by Abbots Cross is a real treat, and a standout among the many Christmas albums. Don't miss the chance to add something different to your collection of Celtic music that will help you get into the mood for celebrating!  “Si Bheag, Si Mhor/The First Noel” by Abbots Cross from Christmas Visions   IF YOU ENJOY THIS ARTIST... Follow them on streaming and add one of their songs to your playlist. You can also buy music from them, sign up to their mailing list and share this episode on social media. Use the hashtag #celticchristmaspodcast The Celtic Christmas Podcast is free to enjoy. However, it is supported by the Christmas Cheer and generosity of people like you over on Patreon.  Celtic Christmas Podcast was produced and edited by Marc Gunn. Graphics were by Miranda Nelson Designs. Subscribe through your favorite podcatcher or on our website where you can become a Christmas Patron for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through Christmas music at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Nollaig Shona Daoibh!   #celticchristmas #celticchristmasmusic #abbotscross  

Spread Christmas Cheer. Listen and Share Christmas music from Celtic musicians featured on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Celtic Christmas music from Stephanie Claussen, The Gothard Sisters, Laura MacKenzie, Eira, Celtic Woman, Screaming Orphans, Steel Clover, Sarah Marie Mullen, Heather Alexander, Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy, Aizle, Rioghnach Connolly, Peat in the Creel, A Shamrock in Kudzu, Susan Toman, Jil Chambless, Ed Miller, Scooter Muse, Matt & Shannon Heaton, Heather Dale, Carolina Ceili, Catriona O'Leary, Jennifer Licko, Cherish the Ladies, Liz Carroll, Golden Bough, Four Celtic Voices, Jessica Victoria, Banshee in the Kitchen, Liz Madden, Katie McMahon, Bonnie Rideout, Nancy Daily-Green, Sheri O'Meara, Eileen Ivers, The Poor Clares, Sharon Shannon WELCOME TO THE CELTIC CHRISTMAS PODCAST I am Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic musician and I love Christmas music. In each episode, I introduce you to Celtic musicians from the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast who are creating great Christmas music. This year I have an all new format. Instead of sharing the music in podcast form, I've created a playlist over on Spotify called Celtic Christmas Women. I hope to add YouTube and Amazon Music. But right now, it's just on Spotify. If you prefer the podcast format and want more Celtic Christmas MUSIC episodes of the podcast, make sure you join our Celtic Christmas Fans on Patreon. You'll get a music-only episode and will join the other 51 patrons who are helping spread Christmas Cheer! That said, this is actually the final MUSIC episode of the Celtic Christmas podcast. This episode was originally created for the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast in 2020. This is a replay of that show. You can find a complete list of the artists in this show at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. CELTIC CHRISTMAS PLAYLISTS & NEWS There, also, you will find a link to our 2021 Celtic Christmas Women Spotify playlist that features MOST of the artists in this show. Go follow the Celtic Christmas Women playlist now. More playlists to follow: Joyful Celtic Christmas Music Christmas Drinking Songs Top Irish & Celtic Music CELTIC CHRISTMAS NEWS 1:30 - "'Twas in the Moon of Wintertime / Ding Dong Merrily On High" by Stephanie Claussen from Light so Brilliant: Carols and Tunes for Christmas 5:24 - WELCOME TO CELTIC MUSIC * Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. This show is dedicated to the indie Celtic musicians. Please support these artists. Share the show with your friends. And find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. You can also support this podcast on Patreon. At the end of November, we hit a HUGE milestone for the podcast. We now have over 300 kind souls who donate to the podcast each and every month. They collectively pledge over $800 per episode to make this show happen. I was already planning a Celtic Christmas Women episode. But because of that milestone, I decided to turn it into a 2-hour special. Plus, I'm adding another 2-hour special next month. So in this show I'm gonna share Christmas music by women playing Celtic music. That's because women don't get the attention they deserve in the music business in general and in Celtic music either. So I'm gonna highlight these ladies. If you want to find out more about the gender gap in traditional music, check out the non-profit FairPle. They advocate for equal opportunity and balanced representation for all. 7:03 - "Good King Wenceslas" by The Gothard Sisters from Falling Snow 11:00 - "What Child Is This" by Laura MacKenzie from Yuletide Bagpipes 13:35 - "Christmas Is Coming/Red Hair Boy/King's Reel" by Eira from Glen Tidings Liesel Wilson: Vocals, Fiddle, Erhu, Octave Fiddle Sue Spencer: Guitar, Vocals 17:51  - "O Come, O Come Emmanuel" by Celtic Woman from The Magic of Christmas 21:55 - "The Song We Used to Sing" by Screaming Orphans from Single 25:16 - "Christ Child's Lullaby" by Steel Clover from Season of Love Sue Borowski 28:31 - "Patapan" by Sarah Marie Mullen from In the Moon of Wintertime 30:38 - CELTIC CHRISTMAS PODCAST If you're looking for more Celtic Christmas music, then you should definitely subscribe to the Celtic Christmas Podcast. There are five episodes that we released in 2020. It's a delightful way to celebrate Celtic culture through Christmas music. And of course, it too is supported by folks like you on Patreon. Subscribe to the podcast at CelticChristmasMusic.net. 31:49 - "Unto Us a Child Is Born" by Heather Alexander from Wintertide 36:02 - "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" by Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy from A Celtic Family Christmas 39:46 - "The Wexford Carol" by Aizle & Rioghnach Connolly from The Wexford Carol 44:19 - "Cutty Wren, Drive the Cold Winter Away" by Peat in the Creel from Winter Alison Myers: Flute 50:34 - "The Coventry Carol" by A Shamrock in Kudzu from Kudzu for Christmas ½ the 6 piece band of ladies 53:02 - "The Sussex Carol" by Susan Toman from Angels on High 56:12 - THANK YOU PATRONS OF THE PODCAST! Because of Your kind and generous support, this show comes out every week. Your generosity funds the creation, promotion and production of the show. It allows us to attract new listeners and to help our community grow. As a patron, you get to hear episodes before regular listeners. When we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode. You can pledge a dollar or more per episode and cap how much you want to spend each month over on Patreon. A super special thanks to our newest patrons: Ben, Pamala D, Vaidah Katz, Phyu K, melsing, Esther W, Hobie W, Dan C, Laura You can become a generous Patron of the Podcast on Patreon at SongHenge.com. 58:03 - "Emanuel" by Jil Chambless, Ed Miller and Scooter Muse from Nollaig Chridheil / Songs of the Christmas Season 1:02:35 - "Dust of Snow" by Matt & Shannon Heaton from Fine Winter's Night 1:06:50 - "Huron Carol" by Heather Dale from This Endris Night 1:10:25 - "Christmas Contra Dance" by Carolina Ceili from Holiday Hooley Laurie Fisher: Fiddler Maggie Anderson: Drums 1:12:38 - "A Virgin Queen in Bethlehem" by Catriona O'Leary from The Wexford Carols 1:17:49 - "Brightest and Best" by Jennifer Licko from The Lights of Christmas 1:21:06 - CELTIC CHRISTMAS PLAYLIST ON SPOTIFY If you enjoy this podcast, you might also enjoy our Joyful Celtic Christmas Music playlist on Spotify. Follow the link in the show notes. Or if you want a fun mix of popular and classic Christmas songs with some Celtic Christmas favorites by me and other Celtic musicians, I have another great playlist that my family listens to each and every year: Fun Christmas Songs for Kids & Families. 1:22:07 - "Oh Come, All Ye Faithful" by Cherish the Ladies from Christmas in Ireland Joanie Madden, Mary Coogan, Mirella Murray, Kathleen Boyle, Nollaig Casey 1:25:30 - "The Jump Ball | Whipple Hill | How We Spent the Christmas" by Liz Carroll from Lake Effect 1:28:58 - "Green Grow the Holly/The Holly and the Ivy Girl" by Golden Bough from Christmas in a Celtic Land Margie Butler: Harp, Vocals Kathy Sierra: Fiddle, Vocals 1:32:18 - "Angels (featuring Celeste Ray)" by Four Celtic Voices from Four Celtic Seasons 1:36:23 - "Christmas in Camelot" by Jessica Victoria from Songs of the Summer Realm 1:38:25 - "Bottom of the Punchbowl Set" by Banshee in the Kitchen from Invite the Light Kat, Jill, Brenda, Kris 1:42:14 - TRAVEL WITH CELTIC INVASION VACATIONS Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans on the relaxing adventure of a lifetime. We don't see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to know the region through its culture, history, and legends. You can join us with an auditory and visual adventure through podcasts and videos. Learn more about the invasion at http://celticinvasion.com/ Oh! And if you want more Christmas podcasts from me, I also host the Pub Songs & Stories. I released my “Christmas Elf” a few days ago. It's a bit more personal podcast. But I have a few Celtic Christmas songs included in the show. Go to PubSong.net. 1:43:56 - "Happy Christmas Christmas Tree" by Liz Madden from Christmas with Liz Madden 1:46:33 - "Christmas Pipes" by Katie McMahon from Celtic Christmas 1:50:13 - "So merry as we have been" by Bonnie Rideout from The Celebration 1:53:50 - "Angels From the Realms of Glory" by Nancy Daily-Green from Celebrating Christmas Yore 1:57:00 - "Bed for the Baby" by Sheri O'Meara from Christmas Light 1:00:24 - "Jigs: Apples in Winter/Frost is All Over/A Merry Christmas" by Eileen Ivers from An Nollaig: An Irish Christmas 2:04:35 - "The Holly Bears a Berry" by The Poor Clares from The Poor Clares: Songs for Midwinter Betsy McGovern: vocals Beth Patterson: vocals, bouzouki 2:07:27 - CLOSING I hope you enjoyed this week's show. If you did, please share the show with ONE friend. The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is here to build our diverse Celtic community and help the incredible artists who so generously share their music with you. If you hear music you love, buy the albums, shirts, and songbooks, follow the artists on streaming, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. Every week, you can get Celtic music news in your inbox. The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Subscribe and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 In two weeks, I am pleased to release the Celtic Top 20 for 2020. Every year, I ask you to vote for your favorite songs in each show. It's very easy to do. The polls are closed for the year. And I'm taking off next week for Christmas Eve. On New Years' Eve, I will release the best songs and artists of 2020. I hope you will help me spread the word. 2:09:50 - "Christmas Time Again!" by Sharon Shannon from Christmas Time Again! The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. The show was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to Apple Podcasts or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/. NEXT TIME The 2021 season launches on Sunday, November 28. I'll tell you more about Matt & Shannon Heaton. In the meantime, please become a producer of this show over on Patreon. If you hear music you love in the Celtic Christmas Podcast, then support the artists. Buy something from them. Sign up to their mailing lists. And share the episode with your friends on social or in your community. The Celtic Christmas Podcast was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. The show was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to Apple Podcasts or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through Christmas music at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Nollaig Shona Daoibh! #celticchristmas #celticchristmasmusic #celticwomen

Welcome to Hang the Holly. I'll introduce you to THE ROGUES as we take an inside look at artists in the latest episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast.    "The Snows That Melt the Soonest" is the 4th episode of 2020 and show #58. It features Christmas music from Runa, Stephanie Claussen, David Pedrick, Matt & Shannon Heaton, Steel Clover, Mark O'Connor, Marc Gunn, deCeadaoin, Andrew D. Huber, The Rogues, Sheri O'Meara, Abbots Cross, Reilly, Prydein, The Jig Is Up!.   The show is generously brought to you by the Patrons of the Celtic Christmas Podcast on Patreon. Please show your Celtic Christmas Cheer, make a pledge to support the show.   If you enjoy the show, you can rate the show or post comments on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher.  Subscribe to the podcast at CelticChristmasPodcast.com.   And now on to The Rogues...     The Rogues have been producing music since wayyyyy back in 1994 when they got their start at the Texas Renaissance Festival. This Celtic band didn't stay put in Houston for long though, and soon they were off--traveling all over the U.S., and even abroad. They've performed in Canada, Scotland, and Greece, among other places over the years, as well as providing entertainment on a number of different cruise ships. This great mixture of experiences has allowed the band the opportunity to truly hone their live shows, and put a shine on their ability to play together in a variety of different contexts. It has also given them a great deal of expertise in terms of playing Celtic tunes.   The Rogues are no amateurs when it comes to playing their instruments either, and band members have won prestigious music competitions, including first place in the World Pipe Band Championships in Grade III in 1998. If pressed to describe them, you could say they take their music seriously, but they don't take themselves too seriously, which results in a nice mash up of outstanding musicianship and good fun—it really works out well. Plus, you know a band is not messing around when they wind up with their own tartan in the Scottish Register of Tartans. That's dedication to the Celtic genre at a deep level.   You can't help but notice a full pipe sound and a lot of percussion when you listen to this band play, but they are also capable of music that pulls at the heartstrings. The variety of instruments, arrangements, and pairings keeps things interesting, no matter how familiar the tune. This is especially evident on The Rogues 2013 Christmas album, Hellbound Sleigh, where you'll hear tried-and-true favorites such as “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” and “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” in a very different light. Be sure to listen to the "O Holy Night / Ave Maria” track, which has an almost haunting feel to it—in the best possible way. And—don't miss "Jingle Bells/Good King Wenceslas” for a rousing take on this classic that showcases the pipes front and center.   The best part about this festive album though is the fact that there are also a few tracks you won't find in every Christmas collection, making it a great pick for your music rotation this holiday season. Keep it all to yourself and enjoy listening at home, or ship it over to a friend or family member that needs a little bit ‘o cheer in the stocking.   Find out more about The Rogues at therogues.com    If you hear music you love, then support the artists. Buy something from them. Sign up to their mailing lists. And share the episode with your friends on social or in your community.     The Celtic Christmas Podcast is free to enjoy. However, it is supported by the generosity of Celtic music fans like you over on Patreon. Get Christmas Cheer. Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com . Nollaig shona daoibh.

Welcome to Hang the Holly. I'll introduce you to Runa as we take an inside look at artists in the latest episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast.    "The Snows That Melt the Soonest" is the 4th episode of 2020 and show #58. It features Christmas music from Runa, Stephanie Claussen, David Pedrick, Matt & Shannon Heaton, Steel Clover, Mark O'Connor, Marc Gunn, deCeadaoin, Andrew D. Huber, The Rogues, Sheri O'Meara, Abbots Cross, Reilly, Prydein, The Jig Is Up!.     The show is generously brought to you by the Patrons of the Celtic Christmas Podcast on Patreon. Please show your Celtic Christmas Cheer, make a pledge to support the show.   If you enjoy the show, you can rate the show or post comments on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher.  Subscribe to the podcast at CelticChristmasPodcast.com.   And now on to Runa   As holiday albums go, The Tide of Winter is much more than a collection of standard Christmas tunes. Each of the 13 tracks here offers something a little bit unconventional. The first track, "Brightest and Best / Gaudete / Noel Nouvelet” starts out with voice as instrument, blended harmonies softly wafting around before things pick up speed midway through alongside a percussive beat. RUNA seems to enjoy challenging the listener by defying the more typical patterns one's ear has learned to expect in favor of going where the muse leads them. For example, you've never heard “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” done like this before! Those who enjoy a different take on things will want to pick this album up to go alongside their more tried-and-true favorites. It will provide just the right amount of contrast—as well as something to keep things interesting.   Track 3, "Christ Child Lullaby / Dún do Shúil” offers a hymn/lullaby that's blended in three languages; English, Irish Gaelic, and the original Scots Gaelic. This provides an additional soothing feel alongside the comforting rhythm of the lullaby itself. It's a nice take, a simple arrangement, and an interesting inclusion. Very easy on the ears. Juxtapose that track with the next, "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen”, which features a funky vibe and a perky, upbeat sound and you have the perfect way to sum up this grouping of songs…non-traditional, yet intriguing!   It's very tough to be experimental—without being too experimental. After all, part of the charm of holiday music is the fact that it's familiar. That said, RUNA doesn't abandon the thread entirely, they merely embellish on it in their own way—which seems to be a great way to compromise. In all, the band isn't intent on exploring just for the sake of being different. You get the sense that they are doing it to create depth, and to be true to the perspective that has developed within them as musicians.   Their “Instrumental Medley” both pays homage to Christmas music and showcases the skill of the musicians, and while “Silent Night” maybe isn't as predictable as the standard radio holiday version, it's every bit as lovely—as well as a nod to the Austrian “Stille Nacht”. The band's liner notes sum this choice up well, saying, There is something magical about returning to the roots of such an iconic carol and to rediscover the beauty and depth in its simplicity.” And, indeed, there is.   This album is perfect for those looking to expand their collection of holiday music, without having things become too repetitive. You'll find fresh arrangements throughout, and enough holiday spirit to go around the table—twice.   Find out more about Runa at runamusic.com.   If you hear music you love, then support the artists. Buy something from them. Sign up to their mailing lists. And share the episode with your friends on social or in your community.     The Celtic Christmas Podcast is free to enjoy. However, it is supported by the generosity of Celtic music fans like you over on Patreon. Get Christmas Cheer. Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com . Nollaig shona daoibh.      

Welcome to Hang the Holly. I'll introduce you to Stephanie Claussen as we take an inside look at artists in the latest episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast.    We Wish You A Merry Christmas is the 3rd episode of 2020 and show #57. It features Christmas music from Laura MacKenzie, Emish, Steel Clover, Seamus Kennedy, Stephanie Claussen, David Pedrick, The Barra MacNeils, Jennifer Cutting's Ocean Orchestra, Haggis Rampant, Jed Marum, The Rogues, Marc Gunn & Mikey Mason, Andrew D. Huber, Coyote Run, Angus Mohr & Friends, Mark O'Connor.   The show is generously brought to you by the patrons of this podcast on Patreon. Please show your support.   If you enjoy the show, you can rate the show or post comments on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher.  Subscribe to the podcast at CelticChristmasPodcast.com.   And now Stephanie Claussen   If you love harp music, why not choose to listen to a proven talent? Not only have Stephanie Claussen's skills been recognized with the title of 2018 US National Scottish Harp Champion, but this Minnesota-based harpist also runs her own harp studio, and travels to play for audiences all over the upper Midwest area of the United States. Claussen is classically trained, and the Celtic influences are easy to hear throughout her style. She is crystal-clear and very enjoyable to listen to on the strings of this enchanting instrument.   Claussen has released five solo albums, starting in 2002. She has also collaborated with other artists throughout her career. Since Celtic songs are her specialty, it makes sense that she would craft a Christmas album. After all, what other instrument brings forth the true magic of the holiday more than the harp? The mood that this music calls forth is at once elegant and otherworldly; especially at the hands of an expert harpist. There really isn't anything quite like it. Not only is there the magnificent Celtic flavor, there's also an old-fashioned, medieval charm to it all. It makes for a nice pairing.   On Light So Brilliant: Carols and Tunes for Christmas, her collection of Christmas music offers 15 tracks which will add warmth and delight to any holiday gathering. This solo harp album would also be perfect to enjoy by the fire, or while sipping a hot cuppa and taking in the majesty of a fully decorated tree. You'll hear holiday favorites such as “We Three Kings” and “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen”… but that's not all. Claussen also stocks the track listings with a delicate rendition of "Bouree d'Avignon” and other rewarding offerings, providing a full spectrum of beautiful music to round out any holiday music collection. Whether you want to keep it all to yourself or give this album as a gift, it's well worth a listen!   Although this artist has just one Christmas album, really any of her albums would mix in well with a holiday vibe. Some instruments just have that “festive” feel to them, and the harp is definitely one of them. It puts a little spring in the step and happiness in the heart—which is what we call holiday spirit!   Find out more about Stephanie Claussen at www.stephanieclaussen.com.   If you hear music you love, then support the artists. Buy something from them. Sign up to their mailing lists. And share the episode with your friends on social or in your community.     The Celtic Christmas Podcast is free to enjoy. However, it is supported by the generosity of Celtic music fans like you over on Patreon. Get Christmas Cheer. Subscribe at CelticChristmasPodcast.com . Nollaig shona daoibh.    

Carter, Keri, and the rest of the Unsafe Space team are joined Maree Buscke, Lil' Ragamuffin, Mystery Chris, and James Lindsay for some holiday frivolity. Musician Anthony Garcia stops by to perform a guitar adaptation of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, while topics of conversation range from Firefly to The Game of Thrones, to the Vatican's nativity display. Egg nog abounded. Links Referenced in the Show: Thanks for Watching! The best way to follow Unsafe Space, no matter which platforms ban us, is to visit: https://unsafespace.com While we're still allowed on YouTube, please don't forget to verify that you're subscribed, and to like and share this episode. You can find us there at: https://unsafespace.com/channel For episode clips, visit: https://unsafespace.com/clips Also, come join our community of dangerous thinkers at the following social media sites...at least until we get banned: Twitter: @unsafespace Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unsafepage Instagram: @_unsafespace Gab: @unsafe Minds: @unsafe Parler: @unsafespace Locals: unsafespace.locals.com MeWe: https://mewe.com/p/unsafespace Telegram Chat: https://t.me/joinchat/H4OUclXTz4xwF9EapZekPg To help us continue operating, please visit: https://unsafespace.com/donate Don't forget to pick up some Unsafe Space merch while you're there!