Top 10 Christmas Songs

I was quite surprised whilst browsing Ciao last week, to see there was no category for your Top 10 Christmas Songs in the Cafe. So, in the spirit of the season and all that, I decided I would rectify this by suggesting one be added, and write what I hope will be the first of a few lists as Christmas approaches. So without further ado, here is Carol's own list of her top Christmas tunes! 1 Merry Xmas Everybody - Slade Ever since I first heard this song as a child in 1973 I have loved it. Recorded in New York during the summertime, this is the song that Slade will forever be remembered for ... more

I have enjoyed reading about people's favourite Christmas songs in the run up to Christmas, and it has inspired me to write about a few of my favourites too. Christmas is the only time when cheesy festive songs seem ok, but in amongst all the festive cheesy songs there are a few classics. So in no particular order I'd like to share a few of my favourites. 1. December Will Be Magic Again - Kate Bush This is a song which isn't played much on the radio or music channels, but often crops up on compilation CD's. I used to be quite a fan of Kate Bush and always remember buying this single when it ... more

Here are some of my favourite Christmas Songs - though I do like many more, including Christmas Carols. Christmas is a time for nostalgia and I think the music that we remember from Christmas past immediately transports us back to happy times. 1 - White Christmas First performed by Bing Crosby in 1941 and according to the Guiness Book of Records is the most selling single of all time. I remember this song from my childhood and it always evokes the snowy Christmas we all imagine as being typical. Dreaming of a White Christmas is a lovely thought when we are writing our Christmas cards, It has ... more