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Behind The Christmas Hits with Drew Savage

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Christmas
Last Christmas
Gwen Stefani
Silent Night
Katy Perry
Cozy Little Christmas
You Make It Feel Like Christmas
Here Comes Santa Claus
Sleigh Ride
George Michael
Wham!
Christmas Eve
Christmas Number One
Mariah Carey
Maybe This Christmas
Merry Christmas
Home Alone
Rudolph
Denmark
Holiday Traditions

You probably know every word to your favourite Christmas Songs, but what about where they came from? Join Drew Savage every week for a new story behind the song as he goes Behind The Christmas Hits!

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Nick Lachey
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Justin Jeffre
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Jeff Timmons
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Ron Sexsmith
Canadian singer-songwriter known for his poignant lyrics and melodies
Episode: Ron Sexsmith Interview! The Story Behind 'Maybe This Christmas'
Ron Payne
Worked alongside John Hughes as music supervisor or post-production supervisor on several films.
Episode: Interview with Ron Payne! Holiday Movies of John Hughes
Josh Schwartz
Co-writer of My Only Wish This Year
Co-writer, Zamba Records
Episode: Britney Spears' 'My Only Wish (This Year)' - Things You Didn't Know!
Andrew Ridgeley
Former member of Wham! and best friend of George Michael.
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Episode: Andrew Ridgeley Interview! 40 Years of Wham!'s 'Last Christmas'
Brenda Lee
Three-time Hall of Famer and singer of 'Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree'
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Host

Drew Savage
Host of Behind The Christmas Hits, passionate about sharing stories behind iconic Christmas songs, creating a connection between audiences and the festive music they love.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Has a great nostalgic feel to a lot of the episodes and I love it. Really informative and fun. Adds to my Christmas spirit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trevrk
    Canadaa year ago
  • The Music-bed

    I find this podcast interesting, but I can’t stand the music bed. It’s too repetitive and makes it hard to concentrate on what’s being said.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jennsusername
    Canada3 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the nostalgic feel and informative nature of the episodes, enhancing their Christmas spirit.
There are mixed feelings regarding the music bed used in the show; some find it repetitive and distracting.

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#24
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#128
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Britney Spears' 'My Only Wish (This Year)' - Things You Didn't Know!
Q: Does that explain why there was no music video ever filmed?
Josh speculated that if a music video had been filmed, it could have potentially made the song a bigger hit. They often discuss why there was no video.
Britney Spears' 'My Only Wish (This Year)' - Things You Didn't Know!
Q: Did she come with an entourage? Did it take a long time to get through the recording process?
Britney didn’t roll deep with a large entourage, only a few bodyguards and her friend Felicia. The recording itself had some technical hiccups but was overall a smooth process.
Andrew Ridgeley Interview! 40 Years of Wham!'s 'Last Christmas'
Q: How has the understanding of Wham! and its music changed with the Netflix documentary?
The documentary presented an authentic account of Wham!, helping fans appreciate what the group represented.
Andrew Ridgeley Interview! 40 Years of Wham!'s 'Last Christmas'
Q: What made George decide to write a Christmas song while watching soccer?
George wanted to write a Christmas hit, understanding its significance in the UK music landscape.
Michael Bublé Interview! The Story of 'Maybe This Christmas'
Q: The pain that we hear, Michael, is that pain from different parts of your life? Or where did you go to really get in touch with this?
This song isn't about me. It's about something that I had gone through with my friend.

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Exploring the origins and stories behind iconic Christmas songs, this podcast offers insightful conversations and nostalgic reflections on festive music. Each episode features interviews with musicians, songwriters, and industry professionals who share their personal experiences and anecdotes related to classic holiday tunes. The unique angle taken in this show is the focus on behind-the-scenes insights, highlighting not just the music but also the emotions and memories tied to these beloved songs, making it a perfect listen for those seeking deeper connections to the sounds of the season.

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4. Ron Sexsmith
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7. Andrew Ridgeley
8. Brenda Lee

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