Episodes

5d ago

For the final episode of 2025, Duane and Scott discuss the song "We Wish You a Merry Christmas". They also reveal the winner of the 2025 song battle. Check out Santa Duane and give him a follow on the socials: https://www.hawkesbaysanta.nz Songs played in this episode: We Wish You a Merry Christmas by The Holy Rocka Rollaz (Rockabilly) We Wish You a Merry Christmas by Jacob Miller & Ray I (Reggae) We Wish You a Merry Christmas by Relient K We Wish You a Merry Christmas by The Merry Christmas Experience (Ska/Punk) We Wish You a Merry Christmas by The Blue Wisp Big Band We Wish You a Merry Christmas by Southwell Festival Voices (Traditional) We Wish You a Merry Christmas by Celtic Women We Wish You a Merry Christmas by Julian Neel (Barbershop)

Nov 24

This month, Scott and Duane discuss the song "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree". They also reveal the winners of each episode in the Great Tinsel Tunes Song Battle 2025 - please go vote for your champion using the poll: https://pollforall.com/pk7jyyjm Here's the version recommended by our Welsh listener: Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by Mel & Kim Songs Played in this Episode: Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by Semi Werner Francis (Reggae) Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by Nick Sabia (Bossanova) Yackety Sax by Boots Randolph Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by Joel Patterson (Instrumental) Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by The Brian Setzer Orchestra Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by Asleep at the Wheel (Country) Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by Jimmy Barnes Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by Skinny Feelings (Pop Punk) Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by First to Eleven (Rock) Noche Buena Y Navidad by Brenda Lee (Spanish remake)

Oct 27

This month, Duane and Scott look at the history of the 1914 Christmas Truce and songs written about the event. Don't forget to vote for your favorite song of the episode in The Great Tinsel Tunes Song Battle 2025 . Songs from the episode: I Saw Three Ships by Fisherman’s Friends Yorkshire Three Ships by Kate Rusby 1914 (Christmas Truce) by Elias Dummer Christmas in the Trenches by John McCutcheon Christmas Truce by Sabaton Pipes of Peace by Tim Pannell Stille Nacht (Silent Night in the original German) Christmas 1914 (No Man’s Land) by Roy Buckley All Together Now by The Farm 1914 - The Carol of Christmas by Military Voices Snoopy’s Christmas by The Royal Guardsmen 1914 by Mike Harding

Sep 28

This month, Duane and Scott discuss the carol "I Saw Three Ships" with Tim Babb from the "Can't Wait for Christmas" podcast. Don't forget to vote for your favorite song in the Great Tinsel Tunes Song Battle 2025. Songs played in this episode: I Saw Three Ships by the Barenaked Ladies (Tim) I Saw Three Ships by Blackmore’s Night (Duane) I Saw Three Ships by King’s College Choir (Scott) I Saw Three Ships by Nat King Cole (Tim) I Saw Three Ships (Metal Cover) by Forrest Howard (Duane) I Saw Three Ships by The Irish Rovers (Scott) I Saw Three Ships by South Park and the Muppets (Tim) I Saw Three Ships by Fiddler’s Green (Duane) I Saw Three Ships (Sea Shanty Version) by the Harris Siblings (Scott)

Sep 1

This month, Duane and Scott discuss the carol "Away in a Manger" with special guest Lynnora Gilbert. Vote for your favorite song in the Great Tinsel Tunes Song Battle 2025. Songs played during the episode: Mueller Cradle Song Away in a Manger by King’s College Choir Away in a Manger by Christafari Away in a Manger by Phil Wickham Away in a Manger by Home Free Away in a Manger by Rob Halford Away in a Manger by 9-year-old Claire Crosby Away in a Manger by Nat King Cole Away in a Manger by Vermicide Violence Away in a Manger by James Linden Hogg

Jul 29

This month, Scott and Duane celebrate seven years of Tinsel Tunes with our very special guest, Brian Earl from the Christmas Past podcast. They each share some versions of the carol "It Came Upon the Midnight Clear". Here's Brian's "Christmas podcast wish list" video from 2018: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fViebraVgQ Don't forget to vote for your favorite song from this episode in the Great Tinsel Tunes Song Battle 2025: https://pollforall.com/pkd99o8n Here are the jazz songs that listener Adam Parker recommended: O Swing All Ye Faithful by Andrew Morgan Smith & the Lifetimers God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen by Ezra Collective Jingle Bells by Gabriel Latchin Trio Here are the versions of "It Came Upon the Midnight Clear" that we played during the episode: Anita Bryant Hall and Oates Blackmore's Night Mormon Tabernacle Choir Sixpence None the Richer Robert Soulberg Julie Andrews Jars of Clay Lliad Jazz Orchestra

Jun 29

This month, Duane and Scott explore jazz Christmas music. Vote for your favorite song from this episode in the Great Tinsel Tunes Song Battle 2025. Songs played in the episode: Christmastime is Here by Steve Hunter Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer by New York Jazz Lounge Frosty the Snowman by Erik Veldkamp God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen by Ramsey Lewis Trio Deck the Hall by Southside Aces The Little Drummer Boy by Marcus Miller O Tannembaum by George Gee Swing Orchestra Winter Wonderland - Spyro Gyra Silver Bells by Max Abrams Jingle Bells by Diana Krall

May 28

This month, Duane and Scott explore the song "Here We Come A-Wassailing" and the tradition of wassail. Here's the link to the Tinsel Tunes Song Battle poll: https://pollforall.com/plqqxw2j Songs played in this episode: Magdalen College Choir Rockabilly version by Under The Streetlamp featuring Michael Ingersoll Celtic version by Carlyle Fraser English folk version by Ian Giles Tony Meade Blackmore's Night Calypso version by Chicago Alternative? version by Pomplamoose Gower Wassail by the Oh Hellos Acapella version by Rockapella Barbershop version by Bank of Harmony

Apr 28

This month, Duane and Scott reveal the history of the hymn "Joy to the World". Versions played in this episode: Celtic Women The Altar Billies (Rockabilly) Brian Setzer Orchestra (Big Band) Orion’s Reign feat. Minniva(Heavy Metal) Gabriel Trumpet Ensemble & The Tabernacle Choir Lift Up Your Heads (Handel) Lindsey Stirling (Modern Violin) The Petersens (Bluegrass) Christafari (Reggae) Randy Travis (Country) Mannheim Steamroller (Synth Rock) No Doubt - Oi to the world (Ska) To participate in The Great Tinsel Tunes Music Battle 2025, vote using this link: https://pollforall.com/pkvj4eyo

Mar 31

This month, Duane and Scott explore the history of “Good King Wenceslas”. Versions played in the episode: Blackmore’s Night The Irish Rovers Chris Hendricks Tori Amos Reggae All-Stars Stan Kenton Jazz Orchestra Matthew Green’s Orchestral Rainbow Mannheim Steamroller Odyn Here's the link to the poll to vote for your favorite song from this episode: https://pollforall.com/p346dorm Here’s the clip from “Love Actually”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4-35TN6Amw This is the 13th century spring carol “Tempus dest Floridum” that gave us the melody for Good King Wenceslas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zv8PgukSLX0 From listener Bob in Utah, here’s the link to the Majestica album “A Christmas Carol”: https://youtu.be/nq5No8qsowA?si=Y37SJX4F5g4w5cE4 From listener Steve Banks, here’s a the reggae playlist “Reggae Christmas Parade”: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2ZH6rGilSmg9p4VxF2ubkU?si=IMf_S2cuSGyMYHqwDxPp7Q&pi=AO2eqAlHT0SeM&nd=1&dlsi=5cc261712ab14247

Feb 28

This month, Duane and Scott discuss the history of “Auld Lang Syne”. Here’s the poll to vote for your favorite song from this episode: https://pollforall.com/plz67252 When Harry met Sally quote: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/auaVllEHehQ Rod Stewart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Al7ONqrdscY Boney M: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlZRXFuh5_E Home Free (Acapella): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFcSfqYqHs4 Youtuber Amy Lee: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IALSCIyUPXI Guy Lombardo and his Royal Canadians (Big Band): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ik7ktS3PqEs Highland Saga (Celtic): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xX47kd9L6oc Fiddler’s Green (Folk Rock): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5jd3wjBJfQ Reel Big Fish (Ska): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJEP16sH3I0 The Holophonics (Ska): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICbkmUHAKkM The Herald’s Hymnal (Metal): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yK35pHIzVPI A Twist of Metal (Guitar Instrumental): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOkp81P4Mj8 Die Toten Hosen (Punk): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5egd2VF5Us Cooper Alan’s “Plead the fifth” (Parody): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2uwxYkaH9ts

Dec 16, 2024

This month, Duane and Scott dive into the surprising history of "Deck the Halls". Songs played in this episode: Nos Galan Nos Galan (instrumental) Deck the Hall by Cambridge Singers New Year's Night by Haydn Deck the Halls by Red Hot Chili Peppers Deck the Halls by SHeDAISY Deck the Halls/War Pigs Mashup by Aaron Gage Genre versions played in this episode: Orion’s Reign (Heavy Metal) Rob Halford (Judas Priest) Relient K (Pop/Punk) Christafari (Reggae) Chiptune Celtic Women The Myrrhderers (Ska/Punk) Sonny Vande Putte (Acapella) George Strait (Country)

Dec 4, 2024

In this bonus episode, join Duane as he unwraps 8 fresh Christmas tunes for the 2024 season, spotlighting independent and lesser-known artists. Get ready to discover your next holiday favorites! 🎄🎶 Step Carse - The True Miricle of Christmas Annie Vander - Ornamental Christmas Laura Pursell - Three Miles from Christmas Stella Cole - It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas Vanna and Me - Christmas Across My Mind Alison Wahl and Brian Berggoetz - Christmas Is the Right Time for Us Kerry Kearney - Santa’s Got a Brand-New Bag The English Assassin - Peace at Christmas What was Duane's favorite? What will be your new favorite?

Nov 30, 2024

This month, Scott and Duane discuss the iconic song “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch.” Versions played in this episode: Thurl Ravenscroft Voice Play (Acapella) Small Town Titans (Rock) Brittany Smith (Contemporary Christafariband (Reggae) Famous for a Century (Metal) Matt Forbes (Jazz/Crooner) Darius Rucker (Country) Matrtrixx (Trap) Greg Kerr (Pop Punk) The Holophonics (Ska)

Oct 27, 2024

This month, Duane and Scott dive deep into the history of "O Come, All Ye Faithful". Songs played in this episode: Freddie McGregor (Reggae) For King and Country (Acoustic) Brett Eldredge (Country) Twisted Sister (Heavy Rock) Matthew Green's Orchestral Rainbow (Rock Opera) Luther Vandross (R&B/Soul) Jigsound (Chiptune) Bad Religion (Punk Rock) Strada9 (Ska) City High (Hip Hop) We didn't play this one, but Duane wanted to include Olivia Newton John's "reimagined" version .

Sep 29, 2024

Scott and Duane are joined by Adam Parker from the Merry Britsmas podcast to listen to the 2018 album "Christmas with The Fizz".

Aug 26, 2024

This month, Gerry Davila from The Totally Rad Christmas Podcast joins Duane and Scott to discuss Christmas albums from 1980s cartoon character properties. Songs/Albums played: Strawberry Shortcake - Christmas Album, KidStuff Records, 1981 A Pink Panther Christmas, KidStuff Records, 1981 Pac-Man Christmas Album, KidStuff Records, 1982 A Care Bears Christmas, KidStuff Records, 1982 Merry Christmas With The Smurfs, Polygram Records, 1983 A Cabbage Patch Christmas, Parker Brothers Music, 1984 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLreHEyGJh3_MdLrm-K9dqWAiy_JrO0TTc Christmas With The California Raisins, Priority Records, 1988

Jul 23, 2024

This month, Duane and Scott review metal and heavy rock Christmas songs with special guest, listener Matt Wheeler. Matt’s Songs Jingle Bells by Austrian Death Machine Joy to the World (Cover by Minniva feat. Orion's Reign) All I Want For Christmas Is You by Leo Moracchioli Christmas Truce by Sabaton Deck the Joy by Theocracy The Chronicles of Jacob Marley by Order of Nine Duane’s Songs Another Rock-n-Roll Christmas by Paul Di’Anno O Holy Night by Floor Jenson We Three Kings by Rob Halford Carol of the Bells (symphonic heavy metal version) by Orion’s Reign God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen by Charlie Parra Del Riego Listener Songs Little Drummer Boy by Marcelo Camela

Jun 23, 2024

This month, Scott and Duane listen to Christmas songs about summer and warm weather. Songs played during the episode: Summer Wonderland by Ronan Keating from Dec 2016 Christmas in Summer by Itty Bitty Beats and Suzy Cato from Nov 2019 Te Harinui - New Zealand Christmas carol, written by Willow Macky, performed by David Lyle Morris, from Nov 2013 Christmas in the Summertime by The Funky Monkeys Christmas In Summer by Teeny Tiny Stevies Christmas on the Beach by BERA from 2023 (C’mon a) Surfin’ Christmas Holiday by the Hollyberries All I Want for Christmas is a Real Good Tan by Paul Overstreet (Kenny Chesney cover) Christmas Day (I Wish I was Surfing) by Emmy the Great & Tim Wheeler Aloha Christmas by The Dukes of Surf The Aussie Christmas Song by Batesy

May 31, 2024

This month, Duane and Scott listen to funny, silly, and parody Christmas songs that were submitted by listeners. (and Duane!) Here's the playlist of all the songs played on the episode: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCpPixJu91TQsSsv_w_-rPlslc_2gsjGP&jct=T_PnZ3PnNZJ0R2Eh8tFxUZJf0ggoHw

Apr 29, 2024

This month, Duane and Scott listen to the First to Eleven album “ A Very First to Eleven Christmas ” Songs played: The Most Wonderful time of the year All I want for christmas is you Feliz Navidad Underneath the tree Santa tell me Christmas C’mon This Season Rockin’ around the Christmas Tree Santa Baby Last Christmas Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nsU4GMbxY8_UnN59fMO5NBD8CsC0HOgvI

Mar 17, 2024

This month, Duane and Scott listen to Christmas songs about trains. Article on the History of trains and Christmas Songs played on this episode: Tom Hanks and the children cast - The Polar Express Theme Blake Shelton - Santa's Got a Choo Choo Train Sarah Connor - Christmas Train (Destination Hope) Patty Loveless - Santa Train James Coffey - Magical Christmas Train Roger Miller - Old Toy Trains Carey Bell - Christmas Train 1996 Brett Dennen - Christmas Train The Tractors - Santa Claus Is Coming (In a Boogie-Woogie Choo-Choo Train) Bet Smith and the Currie Brothers - That Christmas Train Paul Kelly and Vika Bull - Christmas Train

Feb 18, 2024

This month, Duane and Scott discuss the carol "Angels We Have Heard on High". Versions of the song played on this episode: Angels We Have Heard on High (fingerstyle guitar) Les Anges dans nos Campagnes (version complète) Angels from the Realms of Glory by Matthew Green’s Orchestral Rainbow Angels from the Realms of Glory, David Archuleta and the Tabernacle Choir Angels from the Realms of Glory (1967 version) Gloria (Piano version) by Hymns, Chorales & Classics On Piano Punk version by Reliant K Acapella version by Home Free Metal version by Dan Vasc Ska version by On the Upbeat Rock version by Bayside Country version by Josh Turner Chiptune version by Peter Hunter Instrumental version by the Piano Guys ​​Big Band/Rockabilly version by Brian Setzer Orchestra

Dec 14, 2023

This month, Duane and Scott listen to some new (and new to them) Christmas Music submitted to them by artists in 2023. Songs played: 1. Jingle Punx punk cover of Last Christmas by Wham: https://jinglepunx.bandcamp.com/track/last-christmas-wham-cover 2. Christmas Cheer by Rob Lawlor: https://robertlawlor.bandcamp.com/track/christmas-cheer 3. Santa's Takin' Over the Town by Rehya Stevens: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQfo7ek8Kws https://rehyastevens.com 4. Recipe for a Merry Christmas Eve by Alicia Stockman: https://aliciastockman.bandcamp.com/track/recipe-for-a-merry-christmas-eve https://aliciastockman.com/recipe-epk 5. Christmastime in Maine by Kevin Scott Hall and Judy Pancoast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_caQzjJySyo https://open.spotify.com/track/0qEaAJp6TKdYcpB1MfwmHA 6. Oh Chanukah by Sukey Malloy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOkkLXkk6Ks https://www.sukeymolloy.com/shop/sukey-music/ 7. Ugly Sweater Time by The Sweaterettes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjE6GNepR-o https://thesweaterettes.hearnow.com/ugly-sweater-time https://www.instagram.com/uglysweaterpartyla/ 8. O Come, O Come, Emanuel by Joe Beier: https://joebeier.bandcamp.com/track/o-come-o-come-emanuel 9. What's a Christmas Eve Without My Baby? by Lee Langdon: https://leelangdonmusic.bandcamp.com/track/whats-a-christmas-eve-without-my-baby https://linktr.ee/leelangdon 10. Christmas Wish by Gregory Porter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHIwCTLe_ns

Nov 30, 2023

This month, Duane and Scott look at the carol "It Came Upon the Midnight Clear". Songs played in this episode: Choral version by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Noel version by St Michael's Singers Orchestral version by The London Symphony Orchestra Barbershop version by Julien Neel Acapella by Home Free Reggae version by CHRISTAFARI Country version by Highway 101 Hard Rock version by The Beautiful Distortion Chiptune version by MixSound Solo guitar instrumental by R.L. Solberg Duet version by The Hound and the Fox For copyright reasons, we couldn't play these versions, but you should definitely check them out: Ella Fitzgerald Anne Murray Frank Sinatra Johnny Mathis Burl Ives Josh Groban

Oct 29, 2023

This month, Duane and Scott review the song "What's This?" from the Nightmare Before Christmas with special guest Jack Ford from the Total Christmas Podcast. Songs played: What's This? (Official Soundtrack Version) "The Simpsons" theme song “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” by Tchaikovsky Pirates of Penzance Love Shack by the B-52’s Danny Elfman sings "What's This?" live at Lincoln Center Fall Out Boy (from Nightmare Revisited) Other versions of "What's This?" that were played: Orchestral version by Orchestre philharmonique de Radio France Acapella by Voiceplay Rock by NateWantsToBattle Solo Piano by Natalya Plays Piano Ukelele by Thomas Benjamin Wild Metal by Lauren Babic Jazz by Disney Dave Club remix by FThisRemix Female singer by Caroline Makes Music Chiptune by Professor Shyguy

Sep 29, 2023

This month, Duane and Scott do something a little different and talk to Glen Warren from the Seasons Eatings podcast about a food-related song called "Miss Fogerty's Christmas Cake". Versions played on this episode: The McNulty Family The Irish Rovers William Brady Wolfetones Sharon Lois and Bram – Canadian Children’s Entertainers Rum Ragged – Newfoundland band Clinton Ford Fire in the Glen Ruby Murray – Miss O’Leary’s Irish Fruit Cake David Jones Folk songs out of Wisconsin - 1941 - Lewis Moody Trinity Cake by Allan Mills

Aug 30, 2023

Duane and Scott discuss the carol "O Little Town of Bethlehem". Versions of the song played on this episode: Mormon Tabernacle Choir Ploughboy’s Dream Chapel Choir of King’s College Nat King Cole Dolly Parton Jewel Sarah McLachlan Acapella version by Voiceplay Metal version by Paster Brad Rocks Reggae version by The Reggae All Stars Chiptune version by J. S. Salonen Folksy version by Blackmore's Night Trance version by Eros Punk version by Severe Hip Hop version by Crew X Vocal version by Hayley Westenra

Jul 30, 2023

This month, Duane, Scott, and special guest Todd Killian (from Christmas Clatter) discuss the song "Jingle Bell Rock". Versions of the song played on this episode: Bobby Helms (1957 version) Bobby Helms (1970 version) Brenda Lee Thousand Foot Krutch Randy Travis Kenny G Hall & Oates The Ventures Brian Setzer Mister Chicken (rubber chicken style) Trap Music Now (trap) Billy Idol (rock) First to Eleven (hard rock) Eddie Lovette (reggae) The Holophonics (ska) Chiptune & 8bit Planet (chiptune) Skyway Avenue (pop punk) Straight No Chaser (acapella)

Jul 1, 2023

This month, Duane and Scott review the 2022 Christmas album by the Youtube artists "SingIt Live". Check out the whole playlist . Songs played in this episode: All I Want for Christmas is You (Mariah Carey) Silent Night Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) Hallelujah (Leonard Cohen) Merry Christmas Baby Last Christmas (Wham) The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire) White Christmas Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Feliz Navidad Mary Did You Know The Prayer Special thanks to SingIt Live for letting us use their music for this episode. Check them out on all the major streaming platforms!

May 31, 2023

In this episode, Scott and Duane take a deep dive into the song 1953 "Santa Baby". Songs played in this episode: Santa Baby by Eartha Kitt (1953 version) Philip Springer playing and singing his original version Madonna - Santa Baby (1987) Eartha Kitt - Santa Baby (1960 version) Mae West - Santa Baby (1966) LeAnn Rimes - Santa Baby (2004) Taylor Swift - Santa Baby (2007) Kellie Pickler - Santa Baby (2007) Shakira - from 2009 NBC Special "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" Kylie Minogue - Santa Baby (2010) Kelly Clarkson - Santa Baby (2021) Michael Bublé - Santa Baby (2011) Everclear - Santa Baby (1997) Ska version by Ska-J Rock Version by First to Eleven (2018) Reggae Version by Deynque Barbershop Quartet Version by Fiveways Barbershop Quartet Chiptune Version by Scarlet Lotus

Apr 29, 2023

This month, Duane and Scott explore the Christmas music written by the prolific songwriter Johnny Marks. Songs played in the episode: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer by Julien Neel Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree performed by Julia & Jack A Holly Jolly Christmas performed by The Quinto Sisters Silver & Gold performed by The Ophelias I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day performed by Smalltown Poets When Santa Claus Gets Your Letter performed by Anne Lloyd, Michael Stewart, & The Sandpipers The Night Before Christmas Song performed by Rosemary Clooney and Gene Autry Everyone's a Child at Christmas performed by Gene Autry (Not played during episode but here for reference) A Merry, Merry Christmas to You performed by Art Mooney The Santa Claus Parade performed by The Little Angels A Caroling We Go performed by Musical Monkeys

Mar 12, 2023

Scott and Duane are finally back at it! This month, we're discussing ska Christmas music. Songs played during the episode: Joy to the World by the O.C. Supertones The Difference Between Ska, Rocksteady, and Reggae Guitar - Guitar Lesson Christmas Feeling Ska by Toots & the Maytals Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer by Reel Big Fish Jingle Bell Rock by The Holophonics Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas Every Day Will Be Like a Holiday by The New Limits White Christmas by The Penguins Ska Band Jingle Bells by the Fayetteville Ska Alliance Silent Night by Skayway Christmas Wrapping by Slow Gherkin Follow That Ska by Baked a la Ska Snow Miser/Heat Miser by Skatune Network This Christmas by the Cascadians Holiday Road by the Aquabats If you would like to donate to cyclone relief efforts in New Zealand, you can do so here: https://www.hawkesbayfoundation.org.nz/cyclone-relief-fund

Dec 19, 2022

Scott and Duane discuss Nat King Cole's beloved song "The Christmas Song". Cole's Versions we played: The original from 1946 The second from 1946 with strings The 1953 version The definitive 1961 version Notable Versions we played: Mel Torme Michael Bublé The Carpenters Tony Bennett Natalie Cole duet with Nat King Cole Andrea Bocelli with Natalie Cole Genre versions we played: Acapella: Peter Hollens Jazz Sax: Gerald Albright with The Cannonball Band Heavy Metal: Twisted Sister Reggae: Is This Love Country: Teddy Swims Chiptune: 8-Bit Universe String Quartet: The Wedding String Quartet Parody: Chipmunks Roasting on an Open Fire by Bob Rivers

Dec 16, 2022

As some of you may know, I host another podcast called "Christmas Morning" with Brandon Gray from "Deck the Hallmark". Our show is a weekly celebration of Christmas, including news, jokes, days until Christmas countdown, and TV listings. What may be of interest to Tinsel Tunes listeners is the Christmas music battle we do at the end of each episode where we compete to bring the best version of a given song by an independent artist on BandCamp.com. I'm including one episode of Christmas Morning here in the Tinsel Tunes feed because we'd love to have you over there. (If this isn't your thing, no worries! I won't be including any more of these here) You can find out more information about the show at christmasmorningpodcast.com. I hope you enjoy it! Here's the link to vote on the music battle: https://pollforall.com/pkvpm6dx

Nov 22, 2022

Scott and Duane discuss Andy Williams' beloved song "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" from 1963. Notable versions we played: Andy Williams Andy Wiliams and Kathy Triccoli Johnny Mathis Harry Connick, Jr. Barry Manillow Kylie Minogue Idina Menzel Cliff Richard Genre versions of the song we played: Celtic Thunder (Celtic) Brian Setzer Orchestra (Big Band) Pentatonix (Acapella) Brett Eldridge (Country) Ainsworth Rose (Reggae) Gold, Frankincense & Myrrh (Punk) Classless Act (Rock) First to Eleven (Hard Rock) Beegie Adair (Jazz) Silly versions of the song we played: Nasal Recorder (Nose Flute) MDRN (Dubstep Remix) Raxlen Slice (Chiptune) Adam LeFebvre (Barbershop Quartet) Gonzo and Rizzo from 2006 A Green and Red Christmas (Muppets) Here's the Staples "Back to School" commercial referenced in the episode.

Jul 31, 2022

This month, Jay and Scott take a deep dive into the song "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen". Songs played on this episode: Bach Choir Rondo Arrangement for Fortepiano The Choir Singers (from 1917) Nat King Cole Bing Crosby Ella Fitzgerald Perry Como Barenaked Ladies with Sarah McLachlan Metal: August Burns Red Irish Folk: The Irish Rovers Chiptune: Scunison Punk: The Myrrdurers Acapella: Pentatonix Parody: The Restroom Door Said Gentlemen by Bob Rivers Country: The Petersens Rock: First to Eleven Ska: Fayetteville Ska Alliance Dubstep/Trap: Skullee Reggae: The Reggae All-stars Here's the episode of The Sopranos that Jay mentioned.

Jun 29, 2022

For half-Christmas, we have a special guest, Duane Bailey, on to discuss the 2002 album "Boogie Woogie Christmas" by the Brian Setzer Orchestra. Songs from this episode: Jingle Bells Boogie Woogie Santa Claus Winter Wonderland Blue Christmas Santa Claus is Back in Town Baby It’s Cold Outside The Nutcracker Suite The Man with the Bag Sleigh Ride So They Say It’s Christmas O Holy Night The Amens Let it Snow Run Rudolph Run What Are You Doin’ New Year’s Eve Cactus Christmas Santa Drives a Hot Rod Christmas Island

May 31, 2022

In this episode, Jay and Scott discuss the history of "The Little Drummer Boy" and also go deep into the Bing Crosby/David Bowie duet. They even dig up obscure versions of the song by Ringo Starr, Jimi Hendrix, and more. Check out the hilarious Saturday Night Live spoof of the Crosby/Bowie duet with Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly. Versions of the song played in this episode: Julie Andrews Patapan (1975) Trapp Family Singers (1951) Jack Holloran Singers (1957) Harry Simone Chorale (1958) Bing Crosby and David Bowie (1977) Perry Como (1968) Jimi Hendrix (1969) Ray Charles (1985) Ringo Starr (1999) The Kings Singers (2013) Leslie Odom Jr. feat. Mzansi Youth Choir (2020) Hip-hop version by Lauryn Hill (1999) Jazz version by Dave Koz (2001) Country version by Toby Keith (2007) Jamaican Drummer Boy (Reggae version) by Shaggy (2011) Punk version by Sean Quigley (2011) Ska version by Reel Big Fish (2014) Acoustic version by Justin Gambino (2015) Chiptune version by Sara Lopez (2018) Metal version by Ben Dixon (2019) African Tribal Style by Alex Boye ft. Genesis Choir 2015

May 3, 2022

In this month's episode, we discuss the origins and history of the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas". Check out this Snopes article that fact checks the theory that there is are secret, coded Christian references in the song. Versions played in this episode: Portland Choir and Orchestra Perry Como Roger Whittaker John Denver and the Muppets Ray Conniff Singers Straight No Chaser Pentatonix Jacob Miller (reggae style) Mob Vibe (trap style) Relient K (pop/punk style) Sara Evans (country style) Goldfinger (ska/punk style) Parody versions played: Twisted Sister Bob and Doug McKenzie Allan Sherman Bob Rivers (The Twelve Pains of Christmas) Jeff Foxworthy (The Twelve Redneck Days of Christmas)

Feb 27, 2022

This month, Jay and Scott dive deep into the history of "Jingle Bells". Songs Featured in this Episode: Tom Rouch The Edison Male Quartet Benny Goodman Orchestra Glenn Miller Orchestra Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters Les Paul Don Charles (Dogs Barking Jingle Bells) Gemini 6 Broadcast from Space Dean Martin Frank Sinatra Ella Fitzgerald Michael Bublé Don Carlos and Glenice Spencer Sex Pistols The Ventures The Brian Setzer Orchestra Gwen Stefani Barbra Streisand Smokey Robinson and The Miracles Dolly Parton Johnny Cash Straight No Chaser

Jan 27, 2022

This week, Jay and Scott listen to and discuss the song “Snoopy’s Christmas” by The Royal Guardsmen. Songs Featured in this Episode: Snoopy’s Christmas by the Royal Guardsmen The Story of Snoopy's Christmas (Intro) Snoopy vs. The Red Baron Squeaky vs. The Black Knight Return of the Red Baron Cover songs featured in the episode: Smash Mouth Nothin' Fancy The Hainings Sonic's Christmas by ChadGhostal1995 Crisis Crayons Fogbone James Beck Jingle Punx Rich Chambers

Dec 7, 2021

Hello everyone! This month, we will look at the song "Silent Night" with Scott and Jay from the Jingle Jank Podcast. Make sure you listen to the whole episode for a very special surprise! Here are the versions of "Silent Night" we played in this episode: Matthew Green's Orchestral Rainbow Stevie Nicks Boyz II Men Bing Crosby Elvis Presley Andy Williams The Temptations The Carpenters Mariah Carey Josh Groban Michael Bublé Justin Bieber Kelly Clarkson (feat. Trisha Yearwood & Reba McEntire) Pentatonix Deliverance The Impressions Kylydian Huey "Piano" Smith John Denver and the Muppets

Sep 27, 2021

In this episode, we'll look at some favorite Country Christmas Songs from our listeners and some other Christmas Podcast hosts. This episode is filled to the brim with music! This episode's top 5 list comes from long time listener Liz Asphodel, and we'll find out what her 5 favorite Country Christmas songs are as I'll read out what these songs mean to her. After that we'll hear no less than 12 songs that listeners, hosts, and I like. We'll close out the episode with another chapter of "The Christmas Carol" recorded from vinyl. Liz's list: 5. It Must Have Been the Mistletoe (Barbara Mandrell 1983) 4. Blue Christmas Lights (Buck Owens and His Buckaroos 1965) 3. Happier Holidays (Sarah Morris 2018) 2. If We Make it Through December (Merle Haggard 1973) 1. Honky Tonk Christmas (Alan Jackson 1993) Honorable Mention: Please, Daddy, Don't Get Drunk This Christmas (John Denver 1975) Other Songs Featured: Scott Leopold, Holly Jolly X'masu podcast: Red Sovine - Billy's Christmas Wish (Faith In Santa) B2 (Christmas With Red Sovine) Gerry Davilla, Totally Rad Christmas podcast: Willie Nelson - Pretty Paper Kenny and Dolly - Winter Wonderland Tim Babb, Can’t wait for Christmas podcast: Kenny Rogers - Children, Go Where I Send Thee (feat. Home Free) Alonso Duralde, author of Have yourself a movie little Christmas: Tennessee Ernie Ford Listener Brian McGlin: Christmas in Dixie by Alabama Todd Killian from Christmas Clatter podcast: Merry Christmas From The Family by Montgomery Gentry

Aug 26, 2021

Hi listeners and welcome to Season 4, episode 1.In this episode, we'll recap the past month as a bit has happened. We'll also deep dive in to the song "Once in a Royal David's City". I ask for help with next month's episode and get to listen to another chapter on The Christmas Carol from vinyl. Links to music used in the episode: Kings College Cambridge 2018 Kings College Cambridge 2008 Mathew Green's Orchestral Rainbow version

Jul 24, 2021

Welcome to July's episode! In this episode, I'll talk about the song "Up on the House Top". We'll take a quick listen to a listener's suggestion from last month's song, "The Friendly Beasts". We touch on an idea for next month's 3rd birthday episode. We close the episode out with another snippet of The Christmas Carol as recorded from vinyl.

May 24, 2021

Hi listeners! Just a short episode this month. In this episode, we'll look at one of the oldest Christmas songs, "The Friendly Beasts". We'll also listen to chapter two of the "A Christmas Carol" record from my collection.

Mar 23, 2021

Welcome back to Tinsel tunes with our first episode of 2021. It's great to be back! This month I look at the two Number 1 Christmas songs from Cliff Richard, "Mistletoe" and "Wind and Saviour's Day". ChristmasClatter.com - The Merry Axemas: A Guitar Christmas episode with Scott and Jay of the Jingle Jank podcast. Links to audio on listen to on Youtube: Dennis Waterman - I Could Be So Good For You https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRR-x9JZ_Oo Val Doonican - The Christmas Song https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bmzl9M0KbsA Other versions of these songs: Carola S ø gaard and Christer Sjögren - Juletid https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BlikaadsqFo Michael Ball and Alfie Boe Mistletoe and Wine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVjLSoug-X0 Gregorian Chant - Mistletoe and Wine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUAD3V9Zqjw Just in Case - Mistletoe and Wine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3aiKRsvzi0 Cliff Richard - Saviour's Day Official Video Cliff Richard - Saviour's Day (Official Video) - YouTube Chris Eaton - Saviour's Day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ei_btOzgWrA

Feb 27, 2021

Hi everyone, it’s great to be back! In this episode, we’ll look at the song "Frosty the Snowman". We’ll also hear about a new Christmas Podcast called "Behind the Bells" and you’ll hear how Christmas was used to save my Christmas. (It will make sense once you listen). Behind the Bells https://www.facebook.com/SantaRobertNicholas Townshend Lights display videos (will updated with new videos over the next couple of days) on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCpPixJu91TTdi4BItWKwxJ75Cw7MNhov The definitive Directory of Christmas Podcasts on Christmas Past: https://christmaspast.media/the-definitive-directory-of-christmas-podcasts/ Christmas Clatter: https://www.christmasclatter.com/

Feb 27, 2021

This month, we look at other versions of the music used in the movie "Tim Burton's The Nightmare before Christmas". We also look at a Halloween song suggested by listener Benji Pearson. The song is a mash up from the songs "Come Little Children" and "The Hanging Tree": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3SFf1CLrGeI I'll also show you an other music podcast called Strong Songs https://strongsongspodcast.com/ A portion of the episode you'll hear is the episode Making Christmas https://strongsongspodcast.com/making-christmas-from-the-nightmare-before-christmas This is Halloween Broken Peach https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNiI6C0142g Leo Moracchioli https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHImmMWehhE Voiceplay https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YL44YFyNLys Marilyn Manson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPqa2faffgU&list=RDlCET4j8W_fU&index=5 Pellekoofficial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7gadauy4sk Youtuber Claudia https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UzxyRluWIw Making Christmas Pentatonix https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Th_j7RUu2vM Rise Against https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCET4j8W_fU NateWantstoBattle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LM2mx2-1SQ What’s This? Fall out Boy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vb1ZS6lMFuk&list=RDlCET4j8W_fU&index=2 Flyleaf https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C26KKL8uMu0 Natewantstobattle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6wj3OXr6EE Youtuber pellekoofficial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fslltR00kHs Voiceplay https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IoY4WnWtnC8

Feb 27, 2021

Hello listeners! In this episode, we’ll look at the song "Hark the Herald Angels Sing". Also, do you want to find out what other Christmas podcasts are out there? Then listen to Todd from Christmas Clatter Podcast’s recent episode here to find out who they are. https://christmasclatter.com/do-you-hear-what-i-hear-podcast-edition/ Would you like to know all about the new Christmas music coming out for the 2020 season? Listen to Rikki from Sleighbells and Mistletoe Podcast as she talks to JJ from Christmas Music News and hear everything you need to know. https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/show/sbmchristmas/id/16021322 and follow JJ on his Twitter account. https://twitter.com/NewXmasMusic

Feb 27, 2021

Happy Birthday to us! This episode marks 2 years of Tinsel Tunes! In this episode, I’ll look at the song "Winter Wonderland". I also tell you about three, yes three, new Christmas podcasts: Feliz Christmas Merry Navidad Jingle Jank Podcast A Cozy Christmas Podcast Also birthday wishes from: Brian from Christmas Past Tim from Can’t Wait for Christmas Podcast Chris and Kris from Christmas Time in the City Podcast Adam from Merry Britsmas Podcast Todd from Christmas Clatter Podcast Gerry from Total Rad Christmas Podcast Art from A Cozy Christmas Podcast

Feb 27, 2021

Welcome to this months episode! In this episode, we go into the song "Feliz Navidad" and listen to some versions suggested by some of our listeners. We also have a guest segment from Glen Warren from Seasons Eatings Podcast where Glen tells us about the Boar’s Head Carol. Links to the songs used in this episode: Shame! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXb6QI937tA Walk of the Earth https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwpvA3EsxIc David Hasselhoff https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bBfUI5rHF4 El Vez https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-JlaNgAOrM First to Eleven https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvd_rqU3lm8 Marlon Clark https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rwenenDoKA Laura Pausini https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MYJKfs-fi4Q Police Stopped my car – Bob Rivers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ua4qUUMm93s Feliz Snap you’re Dead – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xhso-y2S1dI Puss in Boots – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xX5db82wkNU Billy T James – Maori Christmas https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frQvE_HLJoY

Jun 26, 2020

This month we go dark and look at the 20017 album "From Spirits and Ghosts (Score for a Dark Christmas)" from ex-Nightwish singer Tarja Turunen. We also have a short listen to three obscure songs brought to us from a listener.

Jun 1, 2020

Welcome back to the third and final episode in the Beatles in May series. In this episode I look at the Christmas offerings from George Harrison and Ringo Starr. George Harrison has the single :Ding Dong, Ding Dong", while Ringo Starr released a whole Christmas album titled "I Wanna be Santa Claus". We also hear some listener shared versions of John Lennon's Happy Christmas (War is Over).

May 25, 2020

Welcome back to our second installment of the Beatles in May! This time we look at "Happy Christmas (War is Over)" as sung by John Lennon. I also introduce you to two new Christmas podcast and a new song by Harper Denhard.

May 16, 2020

Welcome to another episode of Tinsel Tunes! This episode is part 1 of a 3-part series on the Christmas offerings from the members of the Beatles. In this episode we look at Paul McCartney's "Wonderful Christmastime". I'll show you 6 other versions you may like. And I'll touch on some changes being made to the format of Tinsel Tunes for the 2020 season. They're all good, I promise.

Mar 22, 2020

Hello everyone and welcome to the first episode of 2020. In this episode, we’ll look at 10 Christmas songs done in the style of Punk Rock, both covers and originals. These are the links mentioned in the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oo4gEPiKm3w https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFLExwIQKto https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSXSLmYGXpE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=br9AzbXHOoc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12kcpP-8jfM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LLl4IqXi6w https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sy9_JjLnmZI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PA6QsHdXwdI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=en35fmQ9V3s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=froNJ555sDA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tN2NNwZ1op8

Dec 25, 2019

In this episode, we find out who the winner is for The Great Tinsel Tunes Battle Royal 2019. I also bring you some news about the upcoming year for Tinsel Tunes.

Dec 23, 2019

Enjoy this bonus episode where I read the poem, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Merry Christmas Everyone!

Dec 17, 2019

In this episode, we'll hear from Reyha Stevens as she goes into detail about her new Christmas Album "Celebrate". I'll do a mini review of Robbie Williams' new Christmas album "The Christmas Present". We'll find out who our finalists are for the Tinsel Tunes Battle Royal 2019, with the winner to be announced in the next episode due to drop on the 25th December. https://www.rehyastevens.com

Nov 25, 2019

In this episode, We look at Mariah Carry’s Classic Christmas offering "All I Want For Christmas is You". I’ll show you other versions that have been submitted by listeners through social media that may appeal to you, perhaps. The chord that makes Christmas music sound so Christmassy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xm4LO22-cyY We’ll showcase two artists this month: Harper Denard – Mary’s song https://www.harperdenhard.com/ The Predicates – Midnight Christmas Lullaby https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lw7XwGuVb0A&feature=youtu.be And Round Ten of The Great tinsel Tunes Battle Royale 2019 and get ready to vote in the Semi-Finals. I stuffed up the listener’s choice entries dates and episodes, so here’s the rundown below:

Oct 28, 2019

In this episode. I'll highlight some seasonal Christmas podcasts that have started releasing episodes for the 2019 season.

Sep 30, 2019

In this late episode, we go into the music from the ever-popular movie "The Santa Clause". We also look at who won round eight of The great Tinsel Tunes Battle Royale 2019 and introduce the contenders for round nine.

Aug 26, 2019

In this episode, we celebrate our 1st birthday. I’ve been doing this podcast for 1 whole year? My, how time flies! I asked my loyal listeners to send in some questions, for a Q&A session and you did just that. We also find out what my top favorite Christmas songs are. We find round seven's Battle Royale winner and see who the contenders are for round eight.

Jul 24, 2019

In this month’s episode, we look at the song "The First Noel" Find out what my top 5 versions this song are and learn about round 7 of The Great Tinsel Tunes Battle Royale 2019.

Jun 25, 2019

In this episode, I’ll show you the top five worst Christmas songs as voted by our listeners on our social media pages.

May 26, 2019

In this episode, we'll find out how one of the oldest Christmas songs, "The Holly and the Ivy," came to be. As usual, we'll have a top 5 list. The world lost the great Doris Day this month, so we'll learn some interesting information about her Christmas album titled "The Doris Day Christmas Album". I'll also let you about another Christmas podcast you should listen to, the Christmas Clatter Podcast.

Apr 25, 2019

In this episode, we go into some detail about the voice of Christmas - Bing Crosby! We also find out my favorite top 5 Bing Crosby Christmas cover versions of other Christmas songs. We'll also learn who won April's round of 'The Great Tinsel Tunes Battle Royal 2019' and list the contenders for May.

Feb 25, 2019

In this episode, we'll go into the songs of the 2018 Netflix movie "The Christmas Chronicles". We'll so hear the top 5 versions of "Santa Claus is Back in Town". Hear new music from Welcome to Wonder Falls: https://welcometowonderfalls.bandcamp.com/ Then, we will find out the winner of round 1 of The Great Tinsel Tunes Battle 2019 and see who is heading to round 2!

Jan 24, 2019

In this episode, we go into detail about the song "Auld Lang Syne". I bring to you a great song by Singer/songwriter Rebecca Fiona Adams (Bex). Please check her out on SoundCloud, I have included links to her songs and facebook page below. I'll mention some new and exciting additions to the world of the Tinsel Tunes Podcast and I'll introduce something called 'The Great Tinsel Tunes Battle 2019'. Listen to round one here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR0WCae86lz4Lmkkx299Hyx2yicZs1ZL6 https://www.facebook.com/Bexs.musicpage https://soundcloud.com/bexmarksthespot

Dec 10, 2018

In this episode, we will listen to "Summer Wonderland" as used in the Air NZ Ad campaign in 2016. Even though Winter Wonderland is a great song, one of my favorites in fact, it's not one we can really relate too down here when it comes to the lyrics. I thought it would be fun to compare the lyrics and break them down and show you a little about what Christmas is like for us down here in New Zealand.

Dec 2, 2018

In this episode we go into detail about the song "It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas", from the classic versions to the most recent covers. I countdown my top five versions and we hear some listener song suggestions. This is the first weekly episode for this December, so make sure you subscribe to catch all the episodes this month.

Nov 22, 2018

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Welcome to this bonus episode where I share Christmas music memories, traditions and information along with other Christmas podcasts from the Christmas podcast Network. Come, sit at our virtual table - get all nice and cozy and enjoy. You may even find some new Christmas podcasts to listen to.

Oct 25, 2018

In this episode, I'll go through some of the new music being released for the 2018 Christmas season. I'll also ask if you guys, as followers, want to be called something special. I'll introduce a new segment to showcase other Christmas music. You'll find out my top 5 new release songs for this season.

Sep 27, 2018

In this episode, we dive into the score and music used in one of the best Christmas movies ever, Elf. We'll also list our top 5 songs about Elves.

Aug 25, 2018

In this episode we pay Tribute to Soul singer Aretha Franklin. We ask (and answer) some very important Christmas music questions. We learn the top five Most recorded Holiday songs of all time. And we find out "What is the Golden Age of Christmas Music?" Plus, some Christmas News.

Aug 5, 2018

In this episode we learn a little about the origins for the song The Little Drummer Boy. Also the Rankin Bass Stop Motion show based on the song. Listen to find out my top 5 versions of this song.

Aug 1, 2018

Join us for fun and information about everyone's favorite and not so favorite Christmas tunes.