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Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast

Tinsel Tunes Podcast – 2026 Fan-Driven Edition Now in its eighth year, The Tinsel Tunes Podcast is handing the reins to the listeners for 2026. Join hosts Scott and Duane as they explore Christmas music chosen by the fans—one month at a time. Each episode dives deep into the songs, themes, and ideas suggested by the Tinsel Tunes community. From timeless classics and modern favorites to forgotten gems and divisive tracks, no Christmas song is off-limits. The hosts bring the research, history, and

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00:05:58

85: Happy New Year 2026 - Fan Driven Year

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2026/01/10

Happy New Year everyone!!Duane here for a short episode where I reveal the new listener-led concept for Tinsel Tunes 2026.This listener-led season puts Christmas music fans in control, from song choices to monthly themes and special guest episodes. Your voice helps shape the year ahead.Google form link for submissions https://forms.gle/j51mso27RKyV36rq9

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00:44:53

84: We Wish You a Merry Christmas

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2025/12/17

For the final episode of 2025, Duane and Scott discuss the song "We Wish You a Merry Christmas". They also reveal the winner of the 2025 song battle.Check out Santa Duane and give him a follow on the socials:https://www.hawkesbaysanta.nzSongs played in this episode:We Wish You a Merry Christmas by The Holy Rocka Rollaz (Rockabilly)We Wish You a Merry Christmas by Jacob Miller & Ray I (Reggae)We Wish You a Merry Christmas by Relient KWe Wish You a Merry Christmas by The Merry Christmas Experience

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00:40:52

83: Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2025/11/24

This month, Scott and Duane discuss the song "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree". They also reveal the winners of each episode in the Great Tinsel Tunes Song Battle 2025 - please go vote for your champion using the poll: https://pollforall.com/pk7jyyjmHere's the version recommended by our Welsh listener: Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by Mel & KimSongs Played in this Episode:Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by Semi Werner Francis (Reggae)Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by Nick Sabia

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00:47:34

82: The Christmas Truce

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2025/10/27

This month, Duane and Scott look at the history of the 1914 Christmas Truce and songs written about the event.Don't forget to vote for your favorite song of the episode in The Great Tinsel Tunes Song Battle 2025.Songs from the episode:I Saw Three Ships by Fisherman’s FriendsYorkshire Three Ships by Kate Rusby1914 (Christmas Truce) by Elias DummerChristmas in the Trenches by John McCutcheonChristmas Truce by SabatonPipes of Peace by Tim PannellStille Nacht (Silent Night in the original

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00:57:31

81: I Saw Three Ships (with Tim Babb)

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2025/09/28

This month, Duane and Scott discuss the carol "I Saw Three Ships" with Tim Babb from the "Can't Wait for Christmas" podcast.Don't forget to vote for your favorite song in the Great Tinsel Tunes Song Battle 2025.Songs played in this episode:I Saw Three Ships by the Barenaked Ladies (Tim)I Saw Three Ships by Blackmore’s Night (Duane)I Saw Three Ships by King’s College Choir (Scott)I Saw Three Ships by Nat King Cole (Tim)I Saw Three Ships (Metal Cover) by Forrest Howard

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01:01:49

80: Away in a Manger

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2025/09/01

This month, Duane and Scott discuss the carol "Away in a Manger" with special guest Lynnora Gilbert.Vote for your favorite song in the Great Tinsel Tunes Song Battle 2025.Songs played during the episode:MuellerCradle SongAway in a Manger by King’s College ChoirAway in a Manger by ChristafariAway in a Manger by Phil WickhamAway in a Manger by Home FreeAway in a Manger by Rob HalfordAway in a Manger by 9-year-old Claire CrosbyAway in a Manger by Nat King ColeAway in a Manger by Vermicide

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00:52:21

79: It Came Upon the Midnight Clear (with Brian Earl)

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2025/07/29

This month, Scott and Duane celebrate seven years of Tinsel Tunes with our very special guest, Brian Earl from the Christmas Past podcast. They each share some versions of the carol "It Came Upon the Midnight Clear". Here's Brian's "Christmas podcast wish list" video from 2018: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fViebraVgQDon't forget to vote for your favorite song from this episode in the Great Tinsel Tunes Song Battle 2025: https://pollforall.com/pkd99o8nHere are the jazz songs that listener Adam

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00:56:12

78: Jazz Christmas Music

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2025/06/29

This month, Duane and Scott explore jazz Christmas music.Vote for your favorite song from this episode in the Great Tinsel Tunes Song Battle 2025.Songs played in the episode:Christmastime is Here by Steve HunterRudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer by New York Jazz LoungeFrosty the Snowman by Erik VeldkampGod Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen by Ramsey Lewis TrioDeck the Hall by Southside AcesThe Little Drummer Boy by Marcus MillerO Tannembaum by George Gee Swing OrchestraWinter Wonderland - Spyro GyraSilver Bells

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00:48:23

77: Here We Come A-Wassailing

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2025/05/28

This month, Duane and Scott explore the song "Here We Come A-Wassailing" and the tradition of wassail.Here's the link to the Tinsel Tunes Song Battle poll:https://pollforall.com/plqqxw2jSongs played in this episode:Magdalen College ChoirRockabilly version by Under The Streetlamp featuring Michael IngersollCeltic version by Carlyle FraserEnglish folk version by Ian GilesTony MeadeBlackmore's NightCalypso version by ChicagoAlternative? version by PomplamooseGower Wassail by the Oh HellosAcapella

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00:52:16

76: Joy to the World

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2025/04/28

This month, Duane and Scott reveal the history of the hymn "Joy to the World".Versions played in this episode:Celtic WomenThe Altar Billies (Rockabilly)Brian Setzer Orchestra (Big Band)Orion’s Reign feat. Minniva(Heavy Metal)Gabriel Trumpet Ensemble & The Tabernacle ChoirLift Up Your Heads (Handel)Lindsey Stirling (Modern Violin)The Petersens (Bluegrass)Christafari (Reggae)Randy Travis (Country)Mannheim Steamroller (Synth Rock)No Doubt - Oi to the world (Ska)To participate in The Great Tinsel Tunes

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00:49:53

75: Good King Wenceslas

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2025/03/31

This month, Duane and Scott explore the history of “Good King Wenceslas”.Versions played in the episode:Blackmore’s NightThe Irish RoversChris HendricksTori AmosReggae All-StarsStan Kenton Jazz OrchestraMatthew Green’s Orchestral RainbowMannheim SteamrollerOdynHere's the link to the poll to vote for your favorite song from this episode:https://pollforall.com/p346dormHere’s the clip from “Love Actually”:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4-35TN6AmwThis is the 13th century spring carol “Tempus dest

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00:56:10

74: Auld Lang Syne (Revisited)

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2025/02/28

This month, Duane and Scott discuss the history of “Auld Lang Syne”.Here’s the poll to vote for your favorite song from this episode:https://pollforall.com/plz67252When Harry met Sally quote:https://www.youtube.com/shorts/auaVllEHehQRod Stewart:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Al7ONqrdscYBoney M:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlZRXFuh5_EHome Free (Acapella):https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFcSfqYqHs4Youtuber Amy Lee:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IALSCIyUPXIGuy Lombardo and his Royal Canadians (Big

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00:50:26

73: Deck the Halls

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2024/12/16

This month, Duane and Scott dive into the surprising history of "Deck the Halls". Songs played in this episode: Nos Galan Nos Galan (instrumental) Deck the Hall by Cambridge Singers New Year's Night by Haydn Deck the Halls by Red Hot Chili Peppers Deck the Halls by SHeDAISY Deck the Halls/War Pigs Mashup by Aaron Gage Genre versions played in this episode: Orion’s Reign (Heavy Metal) Rob Halford (Judas Priest) Relient K (Pop/Punk) Christafari (Reggae) Chiptune Celtic Women The

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00:15:57

72: New Music for 2024 Season

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2024/12/04

In this bonus episode, join Duane as he unwraps 8 fresh Christmas tunes for the 2024 season, spotlighting independent and lesser-known artists. Get ready to discover your next holiday favorites! 🎄🎶Step Carse - The True Miricle of Christmas Annie Vander - Ornamental Christmas Laura Pursell - Three Miles from Christmas Stella Cole - It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas Vanna and Me - Christmas Across My Mind Alison Wahl and Brian Berggoetz - Christmas Is the Right Time for Us Kerry Kearney -

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00:46:25

71: You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2024/11/30

This month, Scott and Duane discuss the iconic song “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch.”Versions played in this episode: Thurl Ravenscroft Voice Play (Acapella) Small Town Titans (Rock) Brittany Smith (Contemporary Christafariband (Reggae) Famous for a Century (Metal) Matt Forbes (Jazz/Crooner) Darius Rucker (Country) Matrtrixx (Trap) Greg Kerr (Pop Punk) The Holophonics (Ska)

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00:45:40

70: O Come, All Ye Faithful

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2024/10/27

This month, Duane and Scott dive deep into the history of "O Come, All Ye Faithful".Songs played in this episode: Freddie McGregor (Reggae) For King and Country (Acoustic) Brett Eldredge (Country) Twisted Sister (Heavy Rock) Matthew Green's Orchestral Rainbow (Rock Opera) Luther Vandross (R&B/Soul) Jigsound (Chiptune) Bad Religion (Punk Rock) Strada9 (Ska) City High (Hip Hop) We didn't play this one, but Duane wanted to include Olivia Newton John's "reimagined" version.

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01:10:53

69: Christmas with The Fizz

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2024/09/29

Scott and Duane are joined by Adam Parker from the Merry Britsmas podcast to listen to the 2018 album "Christmas with The Fizz".

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01:15:15

68: 80s Cartoon Character Christmas Albums

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2024/08/26

This month, Gerry Davila from The Totally Rad Christmas Podcast joins Duane and Scott to discuss Christmas albums from 1980s cartoon character properties.Songs/Albums played: Strawberry Shortcake - Christmas Album, KidStuff Records, 1981 A Pink Panther Christmas, KidStuff Records, 1981 Pac-Man Christmas Album, KidStuff Records, 1982 A Care Bears Christmas, KidStuff Records, 1982 Merry Christmas With The Smurfs, Polygram Records, 1983 A Cabbage Patch Christmas, Parker Brothers Music,

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01:02:27

67: Metal and Heavy Rock Christmas Songs

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2024/07/23

This month, Duane and Scott review metal and heavy rock Christmas songs with special guest, listener Matt Wheeler.Matt’s Songs Jingle Bells by Austrian Death Machine Joy to the World (Cover by Minniva feat. Orion's Reign) All I Want For Christmas Is You by Leo Moracchioli Christmas Truce by Sabaton Deck the Joy by Theocracy The Chronicles of Jacob Marley by Order of Nine Duane’s Songs Another Rock-n-Roll Christmas by Paul Di’Anno O Holy Night by Floor Jenson We Three Kings by

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00:48:53

66: Summer Christmas Songs

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast ·

2024/06/23

This month, Scott and Duane listen to Christmas songs about summer and warm weather.Songs played during the episode: Summer Wonderland by Ronan Keating from Dec 2016 Christmas in Summer by Itty Bitty Beats and Suzy Cato from Nov 2019 Te Harinui - New Zealand Christmas carol, written by Willow Macky, performed by David Lyle Morris, from Nov 2013 Christmas in the Summertime by The Funky Monkeys Christmas In Summer by Teeny Tiny Stevies Christmas on the Beach by BERA from 2023

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