Editor’s note: Mel submitted this list nice and early and a person who shall remain nameless (DM) missed it and failed to include it. So th
- “In Dulci Jublio” I love the Jaunty Mike Oldfield version from 1970-something.
- “Carol of the Bells” written in 1914 but best sung by Katie Melua and the Govi Women’s choir.
- “Dont let the Bells End” by The Darkness 2003. So fun and a little bit naughty with its double entendres. Joyful.
- “Fairy Tale of New York” The Pogues n Kirsty MacColl Classic of despair, heartbreak, love and final understanding.
- “The twelve days of Christmas” classic children’s counting song. Smiley and fun and we sing it every year at ours.
- “2000 thousand miles” The Pretenders 1983. Poignant n beautiful song written for band’s guitarist who died.
- “Stop the Cavalry” Jona Lewie 1978. It’s not Christmas til I’ve heard this!
- “Lonely this Christmas” Mud 1974. Been hearing this all my life, thought it was Elvis but no its better than “Blue Christmas”.
- “Little drummer boy/Peace on Earth” David Bowie n Bing Crosby 1977. An astounding pairing that produced this magic!
- “Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer” Gene Autry. Classic that was turned down by Bing Crosby! Its so fun and I love it!
- “The Holly and the Ivy” written in 1911, its my fave carol. Full of Pagan symbolism. Just utterly gorgeous.
- “I believe in Father Christmas” 1975 Greg Lake. Clever lyrics and timeless tune. It’s utterly wonderful.