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Twelve Songs of Christmas

Alex Rawls
Christmas Music
Boney James
DETOUR
Smooth Jazz
Boney's Funky Christmas
Christmas Present
Holly Happy Days
Mariah Carey
Soulful Holiday Sax
Soul Music
Nashville
Eli Paperboy Reed
Hits and Misses, the Singles
Australia
Imogen Clark
Mother Mother
Christmas In New Orleans
Surfer Jets
Surf Music
Sicilian Folk Music

”The Twelve Songs of Christmas” tries to sort out the place of Christmas music in our culture by talking to the people who make it.

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Latest Episodes

Season eight ends with what I hope will be a tradition--a Christmas party, with a few guests and a lot of music.

This week's guests include comic artist Peter Bagge, singer Judy Whitmore, and indie rock artist Hibou.

Bagge is coming to New Orleans ... more

This week’s episode features two interviews—one with Grammy-winning jazz saxophone player Miguel Zenón helping us appreciate the salsa Christmas classic Asalto Navideño by Willie Colón and Héctor Lavoe. Asalto Navideño was reissued on vinyl this holi... more

We're in the last weeks before Christmas and I have more interviews than I can handle.

This week starts with a version of "Wonderful Christmas Time" by Twanguero before we get to my interview with Roland Gift, ex of Fine Young Cannibals. He talks ab... more

We're in December now, and this week we have three conversations. William Shatner's face is on the pop culture Mt. Rushmore, and when I had a chance to interview him for The New Orleans Advocate in advance at his appearance at Pop Expo in town, I cou... more

Artificial Intelligence (AI) made itself part of this year's music story with AI acts The Velvet Sundown, TaTa Taktumi and Breaking Rust making news one way or another.

This week, Ken Kessler of the podcast The Sounds of Christmas and Gerry D from t... more

Multi-instrumentalist Probyn Gregory remembers playing and recording with Brian Wilson from 1999 until he retired from live performances in 2022. We talk about the recently reissued Brian Wilson: Live at the Roxy, Brian Wilson presents SMiLE, and his... more

I started thinking about how to address Brian Wilson’s death on the podcast since we learned of his passing. “Little Saint Nick” and The Beach Boys’ Christmas Album are Christmas classics that needed to be addressed, but how or with who? The answer c... more

Producer and multi-instrumentalist Shawn Lee has a history of making recordings that hover uncertainly in time. Sounds from different eras and genres come together in his music to sound like lost, regional 45s.

We talk about his influences--library ... more

Key Facts

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Recent Guests

Judy Whitmore
A singer with a diverse background including being a pilot, author, and theatrical producer.
Episode: The 2025 Christmas Party
Peter Bagge
Comic artist best known for his comic Hate.
Episode: The 2025 Christmas Party
Miguel Zenón
Jazz saxophone player and Grammy winner
Episode: "Asalto Navideño" with Miguel Zenón, and the Ray Conniff Singers
Jonathan McHugh
Director of the documentary A Life in Rhythm, The Ray Conniff Story
Episode: "Asalto Navideño" with Miguel Zenón, and the Ray Conniff Singers
Tamara Conniff
Daughter of Ray Conniff and producer of the documentary A Life in Rhythm
Episode: "Asalto Navideño" with Miguel Zenón, and the Ray Conniff Singers
Roland Gift
Former lead singer of Fine Young Cannibals
Fine Young Cannibals
Episode: Roland Gift, Old Crow Medicine Show, and The Klezmatics
Ketch Secor
Lead singer of Old Crow Medicine Show
Old Crow Medicine Show
Episode: Roland Gift, Old Crow Medicine Show, and The Klezmatics
Morgan Jahnig
Bassist of Old Crow Medicine Show
Old Crow Medicine Show
Episode: Roland Gift, Old Crow Medicine Show, and The Klezmatics
Lorin Sklamberg
Member of The Klezmatics
The Klezmatics
Episode: Roland Gift, Old Crow Medicine Show, and The Klezmatics

Host

Alex Rawls
Host of Twelve Songs of Christmas, focusing on the artistic exploration and cultural conversation surrounding Christmas music through interviews with various musical guests.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Hi

    I love the podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #joobiegang
    United States3 months ago
  • Hi

    I am your daughter father

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #joobiegang
    United States8 months ago
  • Too much talking to hear their own voice.

    Where’s the music?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    captusnesq
    United States2 years ago
  • Wonderful Holiday Music Podcast

    This podcast, which is clearly a labor of love, features a highly eclectic look at all kinds of Christmas music. The interviews are very well done with a wide array of guests who have connections with Christmas music. If you’re a Christmas music fan, well worth a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NJRocker
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate the balance of nostalgia and fresh perspectives.
Highly eclectic discussions about different Christmas music varieties.
Interviews with guests go deep into their experiences with holiday music.
Some feel there is too much talk and not enough music featured.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

"Asalto Navideño" with Miguel Zenón, and the Ray Conniff Singers
Q: What do we need to know about Christmas in Puerto Rico to better understand the world that Asalto Navideño came from?
Miguel explains that Christmas lasts from after Thanksgiving to mid-January, featuring various celebrations and traditions such as parrandas.
"Asalto Navideño" with Miguel Zenón, and the Ray Conniff Singers
Q: What are you working on right now?
Miguel Zenón shares that he has returned from Barcelona, and he is working on a project that explores Latin American songs.
The 2025 Christmas Party
Q: Could you start by giving our listeners sort of a short version of your story?
Judy describes her varied career journey, from being a background singer to a producer and eventually returning to music.
Roland Gift, Old Crow Medicine Show, and The Klezmatics
Q: Why return to creating new music now?
Roland mentions he has a clearer vision of what he wants to do now and feels he has something to offer.
Roland Gift, Old Crow Medicine Show, and The Klezmatics
Q: What made you take the time off from music?
Gift explains that he was in the doldrums for quite a while and began to regain his creative energy in 2012.

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Focused on the cultural significance of Christmas music, insights are gathered from artists, producers, and industry figures who contribute to the holiday music scene. Through engaging conversations, the content explores the intersections of tradition, nostalgia, and contemporary interpretations of Christmas songs. Noteworthy guests include musicians from various genres, reflecting a diverse array of perspectives on what defines holiday music in modern society. This approach likely appeals to music lovers and those interested in the evolution of cultural practices surrounding the holiday season.

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Recent guests on Twelve Songs of Christmas include:

1. Judy Whitmore
2. Peter Bagge
3. Miguel Zenón
4. Jonathan McHugh
5. Tamara Conniff
6. Roland Gift
7. Ketch Secor
8. Morgan Jahnig

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