Christmas

Two talented ladies, Kelly Clarkson and Wynonna Judd, lit up the stage with their fun and energetic “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” duet.

The birth of Jesus Christ is the reason for all the parties, get-togethers, dinners and gift exchanges. Without celebrating and recognizing Christ’s birth, being born to a virgin in a lowly stable surrounded by barnyard animals, all those Christmastime activities are empty and meaningless. Like the popular saying states, he is the reason for the season.

Rightfully, there are many beautiful Christmas songs commemorating and honoring Christ’s birth. Christmas is also the time when tunes about beloved fictional characters get widely played and performed. Tunes about Rudolph, Frosty the Snowman and Santa Claus immediately come to mind.

In a clip posted on YouTube, Kelly Clarkson and Wynonna Judd join forces for a lovely and dazzling powerhouse performance of a Christmas favorite, “Santa Claus is Coming to Town.” 

These two women have been blessed with an incredible amount of musical talent. Both can sing absolutely anything and make it sound fantastic, which they demonstrate again in the short video.

Kelly and Wynonna waste no time unleashing their powerful voices. Seconds into their duet, they already show why they are some of the biggest names in music. It’s clear that they are having a ball performing, and their energy is infectious, spreading to the audience. The crowd is on their feet, singing and dancing with the two women.

Regarding duets, this one from Kelly and Wynonna is one of the best you’re likely ever to hear and see. You’d be hard-pressed to find something better or equal to their cover of “Santa Claus is Coming to Town.”

According to the video’s description, Kelly and Wynonna’s duet of the Christmas favorite was originally part of “NBC’s Christmas at the Opry.”

Isaiah 9:6 “For to us a child has come, to us a son is given; and the government has been placed in his hands; and he has been named Wise Guide, Strong God, Father Forever, Prince of Peace.”

“Living in God’s light” is an ode to the Christmas carols, songs, and hymns that bring so much happiness and joy to people during the Christmas Season and create such great memories. Too many popular Christmas songs leave out that Jesus is the reason for the season and the gift is Jesus, the savior of the world. All the trappings of shopping for gifts, Santa Claus, Father Christmas, and gift-giving are all metaphors for God giving the world his son to fulfill the scriptures. My prayer is that through this song people will embrace the true holy spirit of Christmas, start their journey to read the bible with the Christmas story in Luke or Matthew, and give their life to Christ to find true joy that will last throughout the year. “Hallelujah, Jesus Christ!” “Living in God’s Light” is the first song from his upcoming album to be released in mid 2025. https://globalcreativegroup.com/living-in-gods-light/ #christmas #christmascarol #christmasmusic #christmassongs

One of the biggest names in Christian music, Phil Wickham, has released the official lyric video for this beautiful Christmas song, “Shepherd Boy.”

When people think of a king, they typically imagine everything decorated in gold, excessive wealth, mansions and hundreds of people who respond to their every beck and call. Kings are usually concerned only about themselves and not for anyone else’s welfare. Royalty would never associate with members of the servant class and others of low social status.

When He came to Earth, Jesus Christ, who is the King of Kings, did everything the opposite usually thought of royalty. He cared for and about sinners and associated with those considered the lowest of the low in society. He wasn’t born in a mansion or a castle but to a virgin in a lowly manger surrounded by barnyard animals.

Also, some of the first people to learn of Christ’s birth on that most holy night were those attending to their sheep in the fields. In his new song “Shepherd Boy,” Phil captures the night of Christ’s birth from the perspective of a shepherd boy.

Both the song and the lyric video are absolutely beautiful. They are likely to bring tears to your eyes as they tell of the night that changed everything forever for everyone. The song perfectly captures the utter joy and happiness that all must have felt that night after learning that God’s Son had finally arrived.

Like the rest of the tune, the song's chorus is beautifully written.

“Glory to God in the highest

Peace to His people here on Earth

For the Savior is born

Emmanuel, God is with us”

This is sure to be a Christmas song that you add to your seasonal rotation and listen to it every Christmas season.

Luke 2:7 “And she had her first son; and folding him in linen, she put him to rest in the place where the cattle had their food, because there was no room for them in the house.”

A heavy metal singer, Dan Vasc, stunned with a beautiful and powerful “O Holy Night” rendition.

Everyone has a favorite Christmas song that they must hear every year. For some, it might only be the Christmas season once they hear that particular festive tune. Now, given the plethora of Christmas songs, having only one favorite, while possible, is not likely. Instead of just one favorite Christmas song, it’s much more likely to be a handful.

Of course, the most popular selection for favorite Christmas songs will always be the beloved hymns, typically heard in places of worship around and during Christmas. Can you beat “Joy to the World,” “Silent Night,” “O Come, All Ye Faithful” and “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing?” Those beautifully written songs perfectly capture the joy and happiness surrounding the world-changing event of Christ’s birth.

Another beloved Christmas song, often heard in churches around Christmas, is “O Holy Night.” Everyone is familiar with it, but those lyrics will never lose their power or meaning. It’s heard and sung every year, and that will continue to be the case for generations.

In a clip posted on YouTube, Dan, a heavy metal singer, covers that classic Christmas tune about the night of Christ’s birth. This version of “O Holy Night” will be unlike any other you’ve heard. But that’s what all good should be: different from their predecessors in some way.

“O holy night! The stars are brightly shining

It is the night of our dear Savior’s birth

Long lay the world in sin and error pining

Till He appeared and the soul felt its worth”

Dan has been blessed with an incredibly strong and powerful voice, which he uses fully in this rendition. The amount of talent on this recording, combined with the beautiful and familiar words, makes this a rendition that should be heard.

Luke 2:7 “And she had her first son; and folding him in linen, she put him to rest in the place where the cattle had their food, because there was no room for them in the house.”

The incredibly popular country music group Little Big Town dazzles with its stunningly beautiful cover of “Christmas Time is Here.”

Nearly everyone agrees that Christmas is a wonderful, joyous time of year when family and friends get together to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. It’s easily one of, if not the best time, of the year. However, every year, one of the biggest debates surrounding the Christmas season is about Christmas music. So, what is this hotly debated topic exactly? Of course, it’s concerning the proper date and time to begin listening to Christmas music. How early is too early?

People have different opinions on this topic. I’ve heard some people say that it’s acceptable to listen to Christmas music before Halloween. Others prefer to wait until after Oct. 31 and still more individuals think it’s not OK until after Thanksgiving. Personally, I believe that listening to any Christmas tune before Nov. 1 feels just wrong, with few exceptions. 

Regardless of your thoughts and opinions on that highly polarized subject, some covers and even a few classics are so good that listening to them a little early is all right. One of those terrific covers is Little Big Town’s rendition of “Christmas Time is Here.”

“Christmas Time is Here” is an old, beloved favorite Christmas track everyone knows. However, Little Big Town’s cover of the classic track is delightful. The group’s beautiful voices are perfect for this song, and their version is a most enjoyable mixture of country and jazz.

It's a soft, mellow, easy-listening version that would work great in the background as you wrap presents or prepare Christmas dinner for your many guests.

Little Big Town’s cover of “Christmas Time is Here” is one song you will likely return to repeatedly for years.

Isaiah 9:6 “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”

NSYNC’s iconic tune “Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays” shines in their official animated video for the song.

Those groups accurately described as “boy bands” will seemingly be around forever. Some form of them has been around for decades. They usually consist of four to five young men singing and dancing to poorly written but incredibly catchy songs. The Jackson 5, The Osmonds, New Kids on the Block, One Direction and The Backstreet Boys are just a few of those specific type of musical act.

One of the biggest boy bands of all time is NSYNC. Back in the 90s and early 200s, they were everywhere. You could not get away from them; everywhere you went, it seemed like someone, somewhere, was playing an NSYNC song.

NSYNC has produced a handful of songs that still get played occasionally, including their upbeat and energetic Christmas song, “Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays.” That song has since become somewhat of a classic, as it’s now heard regularly every Christmas season. It is easily one of their best songs.

While the group may no longer be extremely active, the guys have now released what they are calling an “official Animated Music Video” for the song. The iconic song plays over several Christmas and wintry scenes in the video. Those familiar with the Rudolph, Frosty and Santa Claus television specials that get played every year will notice some similarities between them and NSYNC’s video.

Again, it’s not the best Christmas song in the world (Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas” is, in my opinion), but it’s still fun and catchy and worth a listen or two every Christmas season.

“It’s that time of year

Christmas time is here

And with the blessings from above

God sends you His love”

Isaiah 9:6 “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”

Three incredibly talented siblings, Life in 3D, have turned in an absolutely heavenly cover of “O Holy Night” that will give you chills.

Christmas is, arguably, the best time of the year. There are just so many reasons to love that season. It’s an opportunity to get together and spend time with family and friends. There is typically plenty of delicious food to eat and receiving a gift here and there never hurts. Sure, the weather is often not the best in December, but nothing is perfect, right?

Despite all the celebrations and dinners, the gifts exchanged and the time spent with family and friends, if celebrating and recognizing the birth of Jesus Christ is not the reason for all of it, then it’s a completely empty and rather meaningless exercise. As the popular saying goes, He is the reason for the season. He was born on that most holy of night to a virgin in a lowly manager.

In a clip posted on YouTube, the three siblings who make up Life in 3D sing about the events of that world-changing night. They sing the beloved and classic hymn “O Holy Night.” While we are very familiar with this song, that doesn’t make it any less meaningful and moving. The lyrics are beautiful, immediately transporting you to that evening when Christ was born.

“O Holy night! The stars are brightly shining

It is the night of our dear Savior’s birth

Long lay the world in sin and error pining

‘Til He appeared, and the soul felt its worth”

What a stunning rendition of this beloved song. This is easily one of the best versions of this song you will ever hear. To think that these beautiful sounds are coming out of people so young is mind-blowing and unbelievable.

Luke 2:7 “And she had her first son; and folding him in linen, she put him to rest in the place where the cattle had their food, because there was no room for them in the house.”

Two siblings have turned in a stunningly beautiful rendition of the Christmas classic “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.”

Christmas is a beautiful, joyful season full of fun, family and entirely too much delicious food. Most people will wholeheartedly agree it is the best time of the year. Someone could argue against the Christmas season and on behalf of another time of year. But that’s likely to be a losing argument, likely unable to persuade many people to their side.

The Christmas season is full of fun and joy, and it also comes with a ton of traditions. Each family has its own annual activities. These could include participating in a favorite outdoor activity, cooking, enjoying a specific dish or watching a beloved Christmas-themed film together. 

Whatever the tradition, until that is completed, it likely won’t feel like Christmas.

One of those traditions could be hearing a favorite Christmas tune. Until you hear that song on the radio or elsewhere, it just won’t feel like Christmastime. For many, that specific song will likely be “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.” It’s one of those tunes that has been sung and covered by nearly everyone, which now includes the siblings who make up Life in 3D.

In a clip posted on YouTube, two of the three siblings who make up the group demonstrate their God-given musical gifts with a lovely duet of the Christmas tune. This is one version of this classic song that you’re likely to turn to repeatedly, year after year.

“Have yourself a merry little Christmas

Let your heart be light

From now on, our troubles will be out of sight.”

Once again, these young singers show they have incredible talent. Their voices are unbelievable. These young people could sing anything, and it would leave you in awe.

Ephesians 5:19 “Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;”

From the Christmas album 'It Was Long Foretold' by Dan and Sandy Adler. Words and music by Dan Adler. Vocals by Dan and Sandy Adler. Orchestration: Adi Yeshaya; Drums: Tim Zhorne; Keyboard; Peter Shu; Guitar and Bass: Dan Adler. Available for download or to order CD's at www.danandsandyadler.com/music-store

An acapella Christmas song featuring 96 tracks of Dan and Sandy Adler's vocals. From the Christmas album, 'It Was Long Foretold' by Dan and Sandy Adler. Written by Dan Adler. Arranged by Dan and Sandy Adler. (c) 2023, Heart of the City Music.

From the Christmas album 'It Was Long Foretold' by Dan and Sandy Adler. Words & Music by Dan Adler. (c) 2008, Heart of the City Music. Vocals by Dan & Sandy Adler. Drums by Mark Arneson. All other instruments by Dan Adler. Available for download or to order CD at www.danandsandyadler.com/music-store

An acapella Christmas song from the album 'It Was Long Foretold'. Words and Music by Dan Adler. (c) 2016 Heart of the City Music. All vocals by Dan and Sandy Adler. Available to download or order the CD at www.danandsandyadler.com/music-store

This is a jazz Christmas song that talks about how, for most people, Christmas has nothing to do with the birth of Christ. It's been displaced by fictional stories like Santa and Rudolph and other cartoon characters. I love the lights and the fun stories and traditions of the season, but it is a tragic and deceptive thing when the celebration of the most amazing wonder of history is replaced by silly fictional stories - thus making the birth of Christ seem like the lesser fictional story of the season. Don't miss Jesus at Christmas! Sung by Dan & Sandy Adler from the Christmas album 'It Was Long Foretold' available to order or download at www.danandsandyadler.com/music-store Produced by Dan Adler. Drums by Tim Zhorne. Piano by Peter Shu. Guitar and bass by Dan Adler

I helped the daughter of a Congolese preacher. she took me to the nearest evangelic church, First in bits and pieces I received a melody that was not at all common to the songs I normally write, and suddenly completely, this song came to me in a creasy moment. and so I wrote it down in a creasy moment, later on I made a video in a creasy moment, later on I put it on the internet, in a creasy moment. Pl. Don't hold me responsible for the consequences.... I upload it here, because this feels like a save environment to share such a song. I'm not really able to handle much critisism... thanks for your kindness and understanding. The lyrics and music are not mine, they where given to me, I'm only here to share this. I don't feel like I own this song.

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