Cher didn’t release an album of Christmas songs until this year. Despite this, she performed vocals on the best Christmas song of the rock ‘n’ roll era. She revealed what it was like to revisit that career milestone.
Cher said her new album of Christmas songs doesn’t have ‘Christmas Christmas songs’
2023 saw the release of Cher’s first Christmas album, which is simply titled Christmas. During a 2023 interview with Billboard, the “I Got You Babe” singer took pride in the album. “They’re not ‘Christmas Christmas’ songs, Ok, they’re just great songs,” Cher said. “And I never say that because I almost never like what I do. But I mean people love it and I’m happy.”
It makes perfect sense that Cher would record Christmas songs, as she sang backup on Darlene Love’s “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home).” That classic track became a standard, inspiring renditions by Mariah Carey,...
Cher said her new album of Christmas songs doesn’t have ‘Christmas Christmas songs’
2023 saw the release of Cher’s first Christmas album, which is simply titled Christmas. During a 2023 interview with Billboard, the “I Got You Babe” singer took pride in the album. “They’re not ‘Christmas Christmas’ songs, Ok, they’re just great songs,” Cher said. “And I never say that because I almost never like what I do. But I mean people love it and I’m happy.”
It makes perfect sense that Cher would record Christmas songs, as she sang backup on Darlene Love’s “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home).” That classic track became a standard, inspiring renditions by Mariah Carey,...
- 12/21/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Jon Hamm stopped by The Tonight Show to discuss his role in the upcoming Mean Girls movie and took the opportunity to showcase his impressive dramatic acting skills. Host Jimmy Fallon challenged the actor to recount a few popular Christmas carols in his best theatrical tone after mentioning Hamm’s recent Golden Globe nod for Fargo.
In the clip, the pair took turns randomly selecting a card with carol lyrics and then interpreting them dramatically. Hamm kicked things off with “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus,” which took a depressing turn.
In the clip, the pair took turns randomly selecting a card with carol lyrics and then interpreting them dramatically. Hamm kicked things off with “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus,” which took a depressing turn.
- 12/21/2023
- by Emily Zemler
- Rollingstone.com
It’s that time of the year again. Mariah Carey has been defrosted. “Black Friday” sales seem to last for weeks. Last-minute treks to the gym fail to absolve your guilt over that third slice of pecan pie. Unfortunately, we’ll also have to endure a litany of ill-conceived and poorly executed Christmas songs that are inexplicably resurrected every year, and will likely be until time immemorial. Here are 15 of the absolute worst offenders. Apologies in advance.
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on November 28, 2011. Need a palate cleanser? Check out a playlist of some of our holiday favorites.
15. Sia, “Puppies Are Forever”
A track from Sia’s 2017 collection of holiday originals, Everyday Is Christmas, “Puppies Are Forever” is a reggae-vibed public service announcement about, well, how puppies are not forever: “They’re so cute and fluffy with shiny coats/But will you love ‘em when they’re old and slow?...
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on November 28, 2011. Need a palate cleanser? Check out a playlist of some of our holiday favorites.
15. Sia, “Puppies Are Forever”
A track from Sia’s 2017 collection of holiday originals, Everyday Is Christmas, “Puppies Are Forever” is a reggae-vibed public service announcement about, well, how puppies are not forever: “They’re so cute and fluffy with shiny coats/But will you love ‘em when they’re old and slow?...
- 11/2/2023
- by Alexa Camp
- Slant Magazine
Ronnie Spector, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer who fronted classic 1960s girl group the Ronettes, delivered the iconic vocal on their hit “Be My Baby” and counted many of rock’s biggest names as fans, died today of cancer. She was 78.
Here family shared the news on her official website:
Our beloved earth angel, Ronnie, peacefully left this world today after a brief battle with cancer. She was with family and in the arms of her husband, Jonathan.
Ronnie lived her life with a twinkle in her eye, a spunky attitude, a wicked sense of humor and a smile on her face. She was filled with love and gratitude.
Her joyful sound, playful nature and magical presence will live on in all who knew, heard or saw her.
Spector sang lead on the influential stone classic “Be My Baby,” which hit No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1963. The song,...
Here family shared the news on her official website:
Our beloved earth angel, Ronnie, peacefully left this world today after a brief battle with cancer. She was with family and in the arms of her husband, Jonathan.
Ronnie lived her life with a twinkle in her eye, a spunky attitude, a wicked sense of humor and a smile on her face. She was filled with love and gratitude.
Her joyful sound, playful nature and magical presence will live on in all who knew, heard or saw her.
Spector sang lead on the influential stone classic “Be My Baby,” which hit No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1963. The song,...
- 1/12/2022
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Billie Eilish delivered a Christmas song about getting weird with Santa Claus on the latest episode of Saturday Night Live, which featured the Happier Than Ever singer as both host and musical guest.
In the tradition of yuletide classics like “Santa Baby” and “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus,” Eilish and her girl group (Kate McKinnon, Ego Nwodim) sang about a strange encounter Eilish’s Leslie D had with the Christmas icon.
“It was a winter’s night, a quarter to 3 / I was dozing by my Christmas tree / When he...
In the tradition of yuletide classics like “Santa Baby” and “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus,” Eilish and her girl group (Kate McKinnon, Ego Nwodim) sang about a strange encounter Eilish’s Leslie D had with the Christmas icon.
“It was a winter’s night, a quarter to 3 / I was dozing by my Christmas tree / When he...
- 12/12/2021
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Spoiler Alert: Do not read if you have not watched “Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas,” streaming now on The Roku Channel.
“Nash Bridges,” “Ray Donovan” and “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” are all fan-favorite television series that are continuing their stories with two-hour original TV movies, but only “Zoey’s” is set at the holidays and managed to turn its project around within six months of its series ending.
The musical comedy centering on the titular young programmer (Jane Levy), who developed the ability to hear people’s emotions sung aloud to her, originally aired on NBC but was canceled in June of this year, after finishing its second season. Six weeks later, creator and showrunner Austin Winsberg had a “four-line idea” greenlit by The Roku Channel. This became a two-hour movie titled “Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas,” following Zoey and the rest of the Clarke family’s first Christmas without their patriarch, Mitch (Peter Gallagher...
“Nash Bridges,” “Ray Donovan” and “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” are all fan-favorite television series that are continuing their stories with two-hour original TV movies, but only “Zoey’s” is set at the holidays and managed to turn its project around within six months of its series ending.
The musical comedy centering on the titular young programmer (Jane Levy), who developed the ability to hear people’s emotions sung aloud to her, originally aired on NBC but was canceled in June of this year, after finishing its second season. Six weeks later, creator and showrunner Austin Winsberg had a “four-line idea” greenlit by The Roku Channel. This became a two-hour movie titled “Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas,” following Zoey and the rest of the Clarke family’s first Christmas without their patriarch, Mitch (Peter Gallagher...
- 12/1/2021
- by Danielle Turchiano
- Variety Film + TV
Zendaya wasn't allowed to use her singing voice during her visit to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Monday night (Dec. 11). In fact, she wasn't allowed to use her voice at all as she teamed up with Fallon in hopes of defeating actor Billy Crudup and The Roots' Black Thought for a spirited, holiday-themed game of charades.
Zendaya was up first — she went with the clue behind No. 3, her lucky number — and was tasked with acting out "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus." Success. Point: Fallon and Zendaya.
Crudup struggled a bit, though, which was surprising seeing...
Zendaya was up first — she went with the clue behind No. 3, her lucky number — and was tasked with acting out "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus." Success. Point: Fallon and Zendaya.
Crudup struggled a bit, though, which was surprising seeing...
- 12/12/2017
- by Megan Armstrong, Billboard
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
As Christmas carolers stroll down the streets and shopping mall speakers pump out seasonal standards, you'll likely be lulled into a nostalgic state of holiday wonderment as you recall your childhood where you spent listening to these very same songs.
But have you ever given them any real, critical thought? When you dive into the lyrics, some of these old holiday standbys seem downright terrifying. Here are six Christmas classics that are secretly horrifying.
Video: 13 of the Best Christmas Movie Lines All Together!
"I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus": As adults, we all get that the "Santa" in this song is really the narrator's dad getting a peck from his wife. But if you think about it from the child's point of view, his mother is cheating on his dad and potentially tearing the family apart. What's more, Santa seems to be cheating on Mrs. Claus as well. Santa, the paradigm...
But have you ever given them any real, critical thought? When you dive into the lyrics, some of these old holiday standbys seem downright terrifying. Here are six Christmas classics that are secretly horrifying.
Video: 13 of the Best Christmas Movie Lines All Together!
"I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus": As adults, we all get that the "Santa" in this song is really the narrator's dad getting a peck from his wife. But if you think about it from the child's point of view, his mother is cheating on his dad and potentially tearing the family apart. What's more, Santa seems to be cheating on Mrs. Claus as well. Santa, the paradigm...
- 12/24/2014
- Entertainment Tonight
The annual rollout of Christmas songs is often a rushed, haphazard affair: You can only take so many versions of "Sleigh Ride" crammed into your Black Friday commute before you crack. So to help you cope, we've created this Christmas Song Advent Calendar. Play one of these songs each day as we approach Christmas to help you get in the spirit. Dec. 1: "Jingle Bells" Obviously we started with this song because it is so cliché. That's why we're publishing this the day after we picked it. Beyond one listen this holiday season, there's no reason to play "Jingle Bells...
- 12/8/2014
- by Alex Heigl, @alex_heigl
- PEOPLE.com
Pete Davidson is Saturday Night Live’s latest acquisition, and one of the most promising stars they’ve had in years. At 20, he’s also the youngest star they’ve ever had on the show. Though he’s fairly new to comedy, he’s already racked up some impressive bits and appearances, and here are the five best.
#1 “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus”
#2 Jimmy Kimmel heard of Davidson and had him on his late night show
#3 Davidson accidentally brings Staten Island to the Bahamas
#4 Pete Davidson on Tawk
He gets interviewed in a deli and then raps.
#5 Pete Davidson appears on The Artie Lang Show
Davidson holds his own with Mike Bocchetti and John Ritchie, though the funniest part comes at around 17:00 when he winces after swearing.
#1 “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus”
#2 Jimmy Kimmel heard of Davidson and had him on his late night show
#3 Davidson accidentally brings Staten Island to the Bahamas
#4 Pete Davidson on Tawk
He gets interviewed in a deli and then raps.
#5 Pete Davidson appears on The Artie Lang Show
Davidson holds his own with Mike Bocchetti and John Ritchie, though the funniest part comes at around 17:00 when he winces after swearing.
- 10/1/2014
- Uinterview
ABC Family is ramping up for its annual 25 Days of Christmas holiday gauntlet of whimsical, fun-for-the-whole-family programming. Today the delightful folks at ABC Family sent me my very own miniature Christmas tree and ornaments with which to decorate it. As you can see, my cat Milo was also very excited.
The programming is as follows. Mark your calendars! For more information, including movie descriptions, check out http://abcfamily.com/25days, Facebook.com/25DaysofChristmas, Twitter.com/ABCF25Days.
Thursday, December 1
(6:00-6:30 Pm Et/Pt) Mickey's Christmas Carol
(6:30-7:00 Pm Et/Pt) Winnie The Pooh And Christmas Too
(7:00-9:00 Pm Et/Pt) The Santa Clause
(9:00-11:00 Pm Et/Pt) The Santa Clause - Encore Presentation (Live Action)
Friday, December 2
(6:00-6:30 Pm Et/Pt) Dr. Seuss On The Loose
(6:30-7:00 Pm Et/Pt) Dr. Seuss' The Lorax
(7:00-7:30 Pm...
The programming is as follows. Mark your calendars! For more information, including movie descriptions, check out http://abcfamily.com/25days, Facebook.com/25DaysofChristmas, Twitter.com/ABCF25Days.
Thursday, December 1
(6:00-6:30 Pm Et/Pt) Mickey's Christmas Carol
(6:30-7:00 Pm Et/Pt) Winnie The Pooh And Christmas Too
(7:00-9:00 Pm Et/Pt) The Santa Clause
(9:00-11:00 Pm Et/Pt) The Santa Clause - Encore Presentation (Live Action)
Friday, December 2
(6:00-6:30 Pm Et/Pt) Dr. Seuss On The Loose
(6:30-7:00 Pm Et/Pt) Dr. Seuss' The Lorax
(7:00-7:30 Pm...
- 11/9/2011
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Alright. 4 days til Christmas! Bring me all the hot toddies, turkeys and presents in the land! Kill Rudolph, keep the other reindeer! Kidnap the Sandy Claws and ask him why he didn't get me that thing I wanted! All Shall Love Me And Despair.
*ahem*
Apologies, that's the Christmas spirit taking over me. I'm sitting here surrounded by unwrapped presents and three rolls of wrapping paper, wondering in despair why I can't just put them in some plastic bags. But, spirit of Christmas! More wasted paper! Oh, who am I kidding, I love wrapping shit and the bright colors and everything. I love the damned season. What's best, I'll be going home to Honduras for three weeks, and I can't wait to pet my dogs, see my house and be pampered by my family. New Year's is also a huge deal where I come from, so I'm also looking forward...
*ahem*
Apologies, that's the Christmas spirit taking over me. I'm sitting here surrounded by unwrapped presents and three rolls of wrapping paper, wondering in despair why I can't just put them in some plastic bags. But, spirit of Christmas! More wasted paper! Oh, who am I kidding, I love wrapping shit and the bright colors and everything. I love the damned season. What's best, I'll be going home to Honduras for three weeks, and I can't wait to pet my dogs, see my house and be pampered by my family. New Year's is also a huge deal where I come from, so I'm also looking forward...
- 12/20/2010
- by Dustin Rowles
Photo by Debra Greenfield. If you’re of a certain post-Baby Boomer age, you probably recognize Ronnie Spector for two things: Being in that Eddie Money video from the 80s where he sings, “Just like-a Ronnie said.” And being one of the featured performers on the album A Christmas Gift for You, which was released in 1963 and has been played on repeat ever since, especially in suburban shopping malls and Christmas parties hosted by your parents. The record is bursting at the seams with classic moments—like Darlene Love belting out “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” and Phil Spector’s creepy spoken-word greeting at the end, where he stops just short of saying, “Merry Christmas, everyone. Now get the hell back in my basement!”—but, at least for me, it’s the handful of songs by the Ronettes that make it such an iconic record. From Spector’s sex-kitten vocals...
- 12/16/2010
- Vanity Fair
Before we get to this week's recap, there are a couple of pieces of business to take care of this week. First up, some folks felt last week's recap didn't give sufficient credit to the kiss between Teddy and Ian. And perhaps I was so annoyed with the show that by the time we got to the kiss, I gave it short shrift in terms of credit. So to remedy that, I hereby give you Teddy and Ian macking on each other.
And let the record show, I thought it was a very good kiss and that both Trevor Donovan and Kyle Riabko are doing very good things with their roles. Just to be clear, I've never had an issue with either character or actor. Both are perfectly fine if neither is hugely groundbreaking. My issue has just been with the lack of screentime and character development.
As for those...
And let the record show, I thought it was a very good kiss and that both Trevor Donovan and Kyle Riabko are doing very good things with their roles. Just to be clear, I've never had an issue with either character or actor. Both are perfectly fine if neither is hugely groundbreaking. My issue has just been with the lack of screentime and character development.
As for those...
- 12/7/2010
- by Michael Jensen
- The Backlot
Tonight’s episode marked the return of four memorable characters. First there’s Mad Men creator Matthew Weiner’s son Marten as Sally’s neighborhood buddy Glen. Then there’s Pete’s wife Trudy played by Alison Brie whom you must recognize from NBC’s Community. Clean and sober Freddy, and Lee Garner Junior round out our foursome.
Glen. I’ve blocked Glen’s telephone number so he’ll stop calling and telling me about my parent’s relationship. I’m keeping the key chain. Seriously will Glen’s predictions come true for the Draper/Francis household?
Freddy returns triumphantly with a two million dollar account (due to a not so anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous relationship with Cal Rutledge from Pond’s), no drinking problem and a healthy distaste for Trudy’s husband, Pete. Trudy is just Pete’s wife in this episode, no family drama. yet. Since Freddy has been...
Glen. I’ve blocked Glen’s telephone number so he’ll stop calling and telling me about my parent’s relationship. I’m keeping the key chain. Seriously will Glen’s predictions come true for the Draper/Francis household?
Freddy returns triumphantly with a two million dollar account (due to a not so anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous relationship with Cal Rutledge from Pond’s), no drinking problem and a healthy distaste for Trudy’s husband, Pete. Trudy is just Pete’s wife in this episode, no family drama. yet. Since Freddy has been...
- 8/2/2010
- by creth
- Atomic Popcorn
Today is Canada Day, which celebrates the establishment of our fine neighbors to the north. We’ve been celebrating all day today at MTV News: We had donuts at this morning’s meeting (Canada consumes the most donuts of any country) and Hollywood Crush is tipping its hat to some of Canda’s finest male exports.
They’ve given the world a number of other fine products besides swoon-worthy men: Poutine, universal health care, a fierce devotion to hockey and boundary-pushing one-hit wonders. Here are the five finest flashes-in-the-pan from the Great White North.
Men Without Hats, “The Safety Dance”
Montreal’s Men Without Hats had their moment in the sun in 1982 with a single that had three things going for it: It was from Canada, it was an international hit and it was about a series of dance moves. Like many of the groups on this list, Men Without Hats...
They’ve given the world a number of other fine products besides swoon-worthy men: Poutine, universal health care, a fierce devotion to hockey and boundary-pushing one-hit wonders. Here are the five finest flashes-in-the-pan from the Great White North.
Men Without Hats, “The Safety Dance”
Montreal’s Men Without Hats had their moment in the sun in 1982 with a single that had three things going for it: It was from Canada, it was an international hit and it was about a series of dance moves. Like many of the groups on this list, Men Without Hats...
- 7/1/2009
- by Kyle Anderson
- MTV Newsroom
Molly Bee has died at the age of 69 from complications she experienced following a stroke. The country singer, who became famous at 13 with the hit song 'I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus', died at a hospital in Oceanside, The AP reports. Beverly Washburn, Bee's co-star in 1958 musical Summer Love, said: "She just had this kind of down-home quality about her. "There was nothing phony about her, it was all real, and everyone (more)...
- 2/12/2009
- by By Mayer Nissim
- Digital Spy
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