Tuesday, June 28, 2011

A Christmas Carol "Radio Drama" x 2 (Kickstarter Project)

While I love the idea of a new version of A Christmas Carol I think the BBC, among others, might disagree about any post-1937 dry spell. I also wish they had a couple of less costly pledge options, as it is I doubt I'll be going in on it at this time, though I do wish them luck and hope they secure their funding.so I can buy a copy come Christmas.

Produced by a Creator and Producer of the number one contemporary radio drama in the world, “We're Alive,” (www.zombiepodcast.com), will be the Radio Drama version of Charles Dickens beloved “A Christmas Carol,” the last radio version having been recorded live in 1937.

This will include a full cast, sound effects and music.

Blackstone Audio, (www.blackstoneaudio.com) has already agreed to the distribution world wide for both an English and a Spanish Version largely due to the Star Cast with verbal conformations, including Neil Flynn (The Janitor from Scrubs) Bob Bergen (Voice of Porky Pig) and Maurice LaMarche (Voice of Brain from “Pinky and the Brain”) to name just a few.

New Christmas Song of the Day: December by Fügügüffü

New Christmas Song of the Day: December by Fügügüffü

Saturday, June 25, 2011

Half Past Christmas with Ernie (Not Bert)

 

The Christmas music fans' greatest friend, Ernie of Ernie (Not Bert), is celebrating the half way point 'til crimbo with a couple of vintage shares. First up is The Royale Orchestra And Singers-Songs For Christmas (Royale EP 701, 7" 45 RPM Red Vinyl, Mono). Once you've gotten your little red mittens on that it's time for Voices Of Christmas (No Number, 10" 33RPM Red Vinyl, Mono). Now all you have to do is turn up the AC and spritz some pine scented air freshner and you've got yourself Christmas in June!

Thanks Ernie!

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Christmas Song of the Day - The Darkest Night Of The Year by Vespolina





Christmas Song of the Day - The Darkest Night Of The Year by Vespolina

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Song of the Day Hot Christmas Cookies by AccordionHank & JohnnyV




Christmas Song of the Day
"Hot Christmas Cookies by AccordionHank & JohnnyV"

Monday, June 20, 2011

Song of the Day - Sleeping in the Snow (Single) by Jared Foldy (Free MP3)





Song of the Day - Sleeping in the Snow (Single) by Jared Foldy

Sunday, June 19, 2011

Song of the Day - My Winter Sun by Natalie Holmes





Song of the Day - My Winter Sun by Natalie Holmes

Saturday, June 18, 2011

Keri Noble's "More Than Santa" Holiday CD @ Kickstarter

Here's another in our series of holiday themed Kickstarter projects - Keri Noble's "More Than Santa" full-length Holiday CD. This one's already fully funded but you can still get into the action for a few more days.





White Elephant Card Game @ Kickstarter



Help get this holiday themed card game published by becoming a backer at Kickstarter.

From the Project Home Page:

Some may know the classic White Elephant gift exchange game as Yankee Swap, Dirty Santa, Thieving Secret Santa, or Parcel Pass. The retro-style White Elephant Card Game simulates this classic holiday game. It's a jolly good time for three to six players aged eight and up and plays in about 15-20 minutes. It’s perfect for families and anyone in the Holiday spirit all year ‘round!

In the White Elephant Card Game you play the part of a no-good cheapskate, unwilling to spend a measly dime on the people on your gift list (hey, just like real life!) However, you will be attending several White Elephant parties. You can take some junk from your attic and exchange it for treasures to give as gifts. If you “play your cards right” you could fill your gift list for free and no one will be the wiser!

Christmas Song of the Day - The Christmas Song Song by Rocky and Balls





Christmas Song of the Day - The Christmas Song Song by Rocky and Balls



Friday, June 17, 2011

New Christmas Song of the Day - Nick 13 - Nashville Winter




New Christmas Song of the Day - Nick 13 - Nashville Winter




A Christmas record, by Keri Taylor & James Beauregard @ Kickstarter

Saw this the other day over at Stubby's and figured I should mention it here. I'm a huge fan of the Kickstarter concept and have happily helped fund a number of projects, including a few really great Christmas albums.




A Christmas record, by Keri Taylor & James Beauregard @ Kickstarter

Thursday, June 16, 2011

New ! Santas Working Overtime's Amazon Store



Just in time for summer it's Santas Working Overtime's Amazon Store!

Check out our hand picked selection of Christmas Music, Books, DVDs, and more, and remember that every time your make a purchase from our store (or any of the Amazon links you may find scattered about the place)  your also helping to keep this blog running.

Thanks!

Christmas Song of the Day - Hayley Westenra - Carol of the Bells




Christmas Song of the Day: Carol of the Bells by Hayley Westenra




Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Christmas Song of the Day - Paul McCartney - Wonderful Christmastime





Today's Christmas Song of the Day comes from rock legend Paul McCartney. Macca's first two solo (non-Beatles, non-Wings) albums have just been released in remastered/expanded versions. One of the extras on the McCartney II
set is a remastered version of his pop holiday classic "Wonderful Christmastime".



A Little Book of Christmas by John Kendrick Bangs (SWO Christmas Library)



A Little Book of Christmas
by John Kendrick Bangs

Whene'er I find a man who don't Believe in Santa Claus, And spite of all remonstrance won't Yield up to logic's laws, And see in things that lie about The proof by no means dim, I straightway cut that fellow out, And don't believe in him.
The good old Saint is everywhere Along life's busy way. We find him in the very air We breathe day after day-- Where courtesy and kindliness And love are joined together, To give to sorrow and distress A touch of sunny weather...
from A Toast To Santa Claus by John Kendrick Bangs
A Little Book of Christmas features four short stories and three poems extolling the holiday spirit from turn of the last century American humorist John Kendrick Bangs accompanied by a quartet of illustrations by Arthur E. Becher (who is currently the focus of an exhibition at The Delaware Art Museum)
Available for free from Project Gutenberg (Web Version) and ManyBooks (various e-book formats)

Santas Working Overtime's Christmas Library is a new feature here at SWO featuring my favorite free yuletide themed books. 

Saturday, June 11, 2011

Stubby's House of Christmas Music Updates

Wondering what new Christmas music is in store for us this holiday season? Look no further than Stubby's House of Christmas for your festive fix of frequently updated holiday music news and reviews. Stubby's is my first and favorite destination for Christmas music info all year long so chek it out HERE

Christmas Songs of the Day - Maryse Letarte




Maryse Letarte - Carte virtuelle - Anges de neige




Maryse Letarte - Anges de neige (Full Version)




Maryse Letarte - Gloria





Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Christmas Songs of the Day - Katherine Jenkins




Katherine Jenkins | Hark the Herald Angels Sing



Katherine Jenkins | Hallelujah



Sunday, June 5, 2011

Song of the Day - Beauty and the Beast The Enchanted Christmas: As Long As There's Christmas (English & Hungarian)



Santas Working Overtime's Christmas Song of the Day: Beauty and the Beast The Enchanted Christmas: As Long As There's Christmas




Bonus: Beauty and the Beast The Enchanted Christmas: As Long As There's Christmas (Hungarian)






Saturday, June 4, 2011

Christmas Song of the Day - Amy Sky: Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas



Santas Working Overtime's Christmas Song of the Day - Amy Sky - Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas