Ho, ho, ho....here we go!
Ramones - Merry Christmas (I Don't Want To Fight Tonight) - https://youtu.be/KIhIBFPtnoc
There are plenty of great rock and roll Christmas tunes for all of you out there who have had enough of Mariah Carey and Michael Buble to last you a lifetime. Here are a few to keep you amused and hopefully singing along...
Stryper - Winter Wonderland (live) - https://youtu.be/FwD57Y58s4E
Ronnie James Dio - God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen - https://youtu.be/bukhmxx88wo
Run DMC - Christmas in Hollis - https://youtu.be/OR07r0ZMFb8
Twisted Sister - Twelve Days of Christmas - https://youtu.be/4V8BmeFdbvA
No Doubt - Oi To The World - https://youtu.be/ZFLExwIQKto
The Dollyrots - The Dollyrots Do Christmas - https://youtu.be/DG3-ea_q5v8
There. If that's not enough then just throw on the Elvis Christmas album.
Paul McCartney has a new album out now. It's called III (as in the number three). Paul plays everything on the album apart from one guitar solo and one drum track. I will admit that I initially listened to the record thinking that, like his last band album, it'd have a good couple of tracks and the rest would be, well, just ok. I'm happy to report that I was wrong. Other reviewers certainly seem to disagree with me as, in my opinion, this is a fantastic collection of songs. Paul, at about 80 years old, sounds much better vocally than he has in other outings recently and the songs are interesting and catchy. What's not to like? This is one album that I will most definitely be purchasing as a hard copy.
Paul McCartney - Find My Way - https://youtu.be/2oSmP3GtOBk
Paul McCartney - Lavatory Lil - https://youtu.be/3GDgdgcME7E
Not to be outdone....here's the new one from Ringo which features Paul!
Ringo Starr - Here's To The Nights - https://youtu.be/S6oqrbFzLaU
It's a short episode this week. I've been spending a lot of time playing the guitar in preparation for a New Year's Eve gig rather than listening to other stuff. I do get a reasonable amount of time to listen whilst on public transport however and that's a bit of a bonus. I'll be back on my bike and off the bus on January 1st and not before time. The bus / light rail to work is quick and easy but I really do miss time riding. My bike is lonely too.
Let's finish with a couple of older tunes. The first was a hit in the 80s here in Australia for another group and I didn't realise that it was a cover version until this week. How very embarrassing. The original is super cool with a funky beat and groovy guitars. I'll follow that up with one of my favourite early rock and roll songs.
Redbone - The Witch Queen (of New Orleans) - https://youtu.be/yQ03YMiEd0g
The Crystals - Da Doo Ron Ron - https://youtu.be/8vs6e8l6m9w
And on that note...have a great festive season everyone. For many out there it's going to be challenging with isolation, border closures and a ton of other stuff so look after yourselves and those around you. ANd a HUGE thank you to all those who have been keeping an eye on me this year; it's humbling and very much appreciated.
Rob
In the fear and alarm
You did not desert me
My brothers in arms", Dire Straits, Brothers In Arms, 1985.
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