Tuesday, December 25, 2012
Merry Christmas! Today is the last of our daily holiday-themed playlists.
Do you hear what I hear? It's Christmas! The gifts are under the tree, the stocking are filled and the turkey or ham is in the oven. Because we're so wrapped up in the holiday spirit, Patch has been creating playlists of Christmas music each day to help spread the cheer leading up to the big day today. So here's the deal: Each day, from today through Christmas, we've featured a uniquely different, themed Christmas music playlist. Today's theme is Children's Christmas. We've hand-picked selections from the likes of the Chipmunks, Muppets, Disney stars and other favorites. You can listen here, free and legally (via Spotify), without leaving Patch! But we also want your input. Post in the comments what you'd like to see in future …
Monday, December 24, 2012
Each day leading up to Christmas Day, Patch will offer holiday-themed music playlists.
Do you hear what I hear? Christmas is a day away and the sights and sounds of the holiday season are in abundance. To get in on the holiday spirit, Patch is creating playlists of Christmas music each day to help spread the cheer. So here's the deal: Each day, from today through Christmas, we'll feature a uniquely different, themed Christmas music playlist. Today's theme is Traditional Christmas. We've hand-picked selections from artists spanning several areas covering more traditional holiday fare. You can listen here, free and legally (via Spotify), without leaving Patch! But we also want your input. Post in the comments what you'd like to see in future installments. The themes are as follows: So go ahead and click "play" at the top of…
Saturday, December 22, 2012
Each day leading up to Christmas Day, Patch will offer holiday-themed music playlists.
Do you hear what I hear? Advent calendars are inching ever closer to Christmas and the sounds of the season are in the air. Whether it's the ringing of the Salvation Army bell or door-to-door carolers, it's at least starting to sound a lot like Christmas. To get in on the holiday spirit, Patch is creating playlists of Christmas music each day to help spread the cheer. So here's the deal: Each day, from today through Christmas, we'll feature a uniquely different, themed Christmas music playlist. Today's theme is Country Christmas. Put on your cowboy hat—or Santa hat, if you'd prefer—and get in line to dance. With holiday staples from the likes of Gene Autry, Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash to newer selections by Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney …
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Each day leading up to Christmas Day, Patch will offer holiday-themed music playlists.
Do you hear what I hear? Advent calendars are inching ever closer to Christmas and the sounds of the season are in the air. Whether it's the ringing of the Salvation Army bell or door-to-door carolers, it's at least starting to sound a lot like Christmas. To get in on the holiday spirit, Patch is creating playlists of Christmas music each day to help spread the cheer. So here's the deal: Each day, from today through Christmas, we'll feature a uniquely different, themed Christmas music playlist. Today's theme is Pop Christmas, including popular holiday hits from artists old (Wham!, New Kids on the Block) and young (Justin Bieber, Michigan native Matt Giraud). You can listen here, free and legally (via Spotify), without leaving Patch! But …
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Each day leading up to Christmas Day, Patch will offer holiday-themed music playlists.
Do you hear what I hear? Christmas is just days away and the sounds of the season are in the air. Whether it's the ringing of the Salvation Army bell or door-to-door carolers, it's at least starting to sound a lot like Christmas. To get in on the holiday spirit, Patch is creating playlists of Christmas music each day to help spread the cheer. So here's the deal: Each day, from today through Christmas, we'll feature a uniquely different, themed Christmas music playlist. Today's theme is Alternative Christmas, incorporating some holiday-themed highlights from the indie, folk and alternative rock scene to help our readers rock around the Christmas tree. You can listen here, free and legally (via Spotify), without leaving Patch! But we also …
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Each day leading up to Christmas Day, Patch will offer holiday-themed music playlists.
Do you hear what I hear? It's one week before Christmas Day and the sounds of the season are in the air. Whether it's the ringing of the Salvation Army bell or door-to-door carolers, it's at least starting to sound a lot like Christmas. To get in on the holiday spirit, Patch is creating playlists of Christmas music each day to help spread the cheer. So here's the deal: Each day, from today through Christmas, we'll feature a uniquely different, themed Christmas music playlist. Today's theme is Classic Rock Christmas. We're defining "classic" as anything up through the 1980s. We've hand-picked 10 songs, ranging from the Beach Boys to Chuck Berry, to help our readers rock around the Christmas tree. You can listen, free and legally (via …
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Day after Thanksgiving? Day after Halloween? How soon is too soon to decorate for the holidays and listen to holiday music?
As Michigan shoppers headed to the store for Halloween candy in October, they were met with a now-familiar sight: holiday decorations. Christmas trees, lights, blow-up Menorahs and manger scenes line the aisles already at Home Depot, Target, Walmart and other stores. So when it comes to your holiday decorations and holiday music, how soon do you start? Whether your tree goes up while the jack-o-lanterns are still on the porch; or if you stick to the nothing-until-after-Thanksgiving rule, tell us: When will you decorate for the holidays and start playing holiday music?
Kristin Bull
3:52 pm on Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Great playlist! more ›