What kind of jerk invites himself to a Christmas Party uninvited just to criticize the hosts? I can be a jerk, but I am merely critiquing what I heard. I'm going to keep it short and sweet and start with one of the best compliments I can give. This may be the closest to a proper full-length Beatles (lite) Christmas record you are going to receive.
I look forward to the original, or songs rarely covered, the most on a Christmas record because how many times has "The Christmas Song" or "Silver Bells" been reinterpreted? Roughly 13,208 for the former and 8,451 for the latter, respectively (information brought to you by Spotify)
While the cover of "I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday" did not have as much energy, or generate as much enthusiasm, as other versions I have heard prior to this it was pleasant enough. The same goes for their rendition of "Mele Kalikimaka." "Wonderful Christmastime" was my favorite in this tier of covers. The triplicate of covers ending the album were tied for my favorite.
It was cool that they not only name-dropped, but then also played the King of Soul at their "Christmas Party," and I would surmise the songs would be selections from his Christmas album, which is a worthwhile addition to the Christmas Canon.
While I like both songs, I find it peculiar that the second song replaces Jesus in the song that is inspired by the ever-present query that guides us to follow our better angels in "What Would Santa Do?" yet they have a song called "Jesus Christ." Both worthy of multiple listens, even if the latter can be repetitive, and stress the wrong date of birth.
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