Category Archives: Christmas

Rudolph Saves the Day (In More Ways Than One)

Posted on December 20, 2017 by Brad

Balsam wreaths and visions of sugarplums had barely faded in the first weeks of 1939, but thoughts inside the Chicago headquarters of retail giant Montgomery Ward had already turned to the next Christmas 11 months away. The retailer had traditionally purchased … Continue reading →

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Recent Christmas Music

Posted on December 19, 2017 by Brad

More recently, popular Christmas songs, often Christmas songs introduced in theater, television, film, or other entertainment media, tend to be specifically about Christmas or have a wintertime theme. They are typically not overtly religious. The most popular set of these titles—heard over … Continue reading →

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The Lighter Side of Christmas

Posted on December 18, 2017 by Brad

Today, I have two examples of artists who don’t take the Christmas holiday too seriously. First, from my home state of Texas, comes a song that has become a regular part of my holiday listening experience. “Merry Christmas from the Family” … Continue reading →

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