Rockin’ The Mistletoe is a holiday compilation from pop/rock label SideBMusic that’s a real holiday treat. Starting with an elaborate piano rhythm by Grammy Award winner Scott Bennett, it will definitely put you in a festive mood. Another pop gem comes from the amazing Chris English on “Christmas Isn’t Christmas” full of dulcet tones. “Christmas Morning” by James Carter Cathcart is the definition of a traditional holiday pop ballad.
It’s not all serious either, as “The Christmas Bunny” is a Beach Boys styled romp about the Easter Bunny taking over Santa’s job during an untimely sick day. There is also a jazzy ballad from The Zummos,” There Won’t Be A Christmas Without You” full of cool harmonica flourishes. Some SideB favorites make appearances, like Richard Snow and Laurie Biagini and they continue the Wilsonesque Christmas vibe. More gems include Rob Bonfiglio’s “Warm Lovin’ Christmastime” and the warm strums of Paulina Logan’s “Not Alone At Christmas.” And even though it’s less “rockin” than other holiday compilations, with the addition of songs by Taylor Mills and Eric Matthews, you’ve got a mighty fine chestnut.
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