Happy Leon Day! Today Jeff Loftin of The Lost Christmas Podcast and I talk about our favorite Christmas music from bands performing at the 2025 Warped Tour! So lace up your Vans, grab a can of Monster and let's dive into the pit! A giant "Thank you" to Jeff for coming on the episode to talk about Christmas music and reminisce about our post-hardcore youths. You can check out Jeff and his Lost Christmas Podcast at https://lostchristmastpodcast.com . Also check out all of the other fantastic podca...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 19
On this episode of 'Tis the Soundtrack, we're continuing our exploration of Disney Holiday Loops by entering the world of yesterday and taking a look at the various holiday loops found in Disneyland's Frontierland. Frontierland (Main) Holiday Loop Sleigh Ride - Banjomania Silent Night - The Nashville Keyboard Section A Root'n Toot'n Santa Claus - Tennessee Ernie Ford Good King Wenceslas - Banjomania Christmas on the Plains - Roy Rogers and Dale Evans Let It Snow! - Banjomania Silver Bells - Banj...
Jun 08, 2025•23 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Happy Easter! In this episode of 'Tis the Soundtrack, we take a look at the history of the song, "Here Comes Peter Cottontail" and Golden Records. Commercials in this episode: Target "Love is in the Air" (2025) Walmart "FlexinWithGram" (2023) Walmart "Easter" (2009) Walmart "Easter Joy" (2015) Music in this episode: Here Comes Peter Cottontail - Gene Autry Love is in the Air - John Paul Young Tops Drop - Fat Pat Frosty the Snowman - Gene Autry Here Comes Peter Cottontail - Mervin Shiner Here Com...
Apr 20, 2025•14 min•Season 1Ep. 17
A giant "Thank you" to Tim for participating in the latest episode of our Merry Mixtapes series! There is also a video-enhanced version of this podcast available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Bj1_s8VNH6s To learn more about Merry Mixtapes, check out Episode 10 of the podcast or the Merry Mixtapes Introduction article on our website. You can check out Tim and the Can't Wait for Christmas Podcast at https://cantwaitforchristmaspod.com . Holiday Music of Disneyland at Christmastime it's a small worl...
Mar 20, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Happy New Year! In this episode of 'Tis the Soundtrack, we're reflecting on 2024, saying some thank-yous and looking ahead to what's in store for 2025. Commercials in this episode: Campbells Soup "Melting Snowman" (1993) Music in this episode: Let's Start the New Year Right - Bing Crosby George Baily - Carolyn Sills Jack Frost and the Hooded Crow - Jethro Tull O Come, O Come, Emmanuel - for King + Country A Christmas Fantasy (Parade Song) - Disney Sleigh Ride - Banjomania Best of My Love - The E...
Jan 13, 2025•10 min•Season 1Ep. 15
A giant "Thank you" to Jeff for participating in the second episode of our Merry Mixtapes series! To learn more about Merry Mixtapes, check out Episode 10 of the podcast or the Merry Mixtapes Introduction article on our website. You can check out Jeff and his Lost Christmas Podcast at https://lostchristmastpodcast.com . Nostalgic Christmas Tracks Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree - Brenda Lee Jingle Bell Rock - Bobby Helms Silent Night - Bing Crosby Christmas Cookies - George Strait Mary Did You...
Nov 28, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Merry Christmas Podcast Day! In this episode of 'Tis the Soundtrack, we're celebrating Christmas Podcast Day by looking at one of my favorite topics, songs from holiday adverts. Commercials in this episode: Target - Christmas Countdown Calendar (2007) JCPenney - Unwrap the Magic (2006) Target - The Holidays Are Meant To Be Shared (2021) Music in this episode: My Patch - Jim Noir Little Miss Can't Be Wrong - Spin Doctors Here Comes a Wonderful Night (Soundcloud) Here Comes a Wonderful Night (Band...
Nov 01, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 13
A giant "Thank you" to Gerry D for participating in the second episode of our Merry Mixtapes series! To learn more about Merry Mixtapes, check out Episode 10 of the podcast or the Merry Mixtapes Introduction article on our website. You can check out Gerry D and the Totally Rad Christmas podcast at https://totallyradchristmas.com . Obscure ’80s Christmas Tracks God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen - The Steve Miller Band Christmas Must Be Tonight - Robbie Robertson Run with the Fox - Alan White and Chris ...
Oct 25, 2024•2 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 12
A giant "Thank you" to Ken Kessler for participating in this inaugural episode of our Merry Mixtapes series! To learn more about Merry Mixtapes, check out Episode 10 of the podcast or the Merry Mixtapes Introduction article on our website. You can check out both The Sounds of Christmas podcast and radio station at https://soundsofchristmas.com . Great Christmas Music You May Never Have Heard Before Christmas is Coming - Payola$ George Bailey - Carolyn Sills Red Lights (Merry Christmas) - Dreams ...
Oct 09, 2024•2 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode of 'Tis the Soundtrack, we're looking at a new upcoming series of episodes: Merry Mixtapes. We also talk about how to get the 2024 Christmas Podcast Network Kringle Krew charity ornament, benefiting the Red Sled Santa Foundation. Christmas Podcast Network Ornament: 'Tis the Soundtrack website: https://tisthesoundtrack.com Direct purchase form: https://forms.gle/bGEXiaDsUXZVCdA8A Red Sled Santa Foundation https://www.redsledfoundation.org/ Music in this episode: 3 Ships - Jon Ande...
Oct 02, 2024•8 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode of 'Tis the Soundtrack, we're taking a look at the Christmas music contributions of that magical being Jeff Lynne and his Electric Light Orchestra Commercials in this episode: JCPenney - Unwrap the Magic (2005) Kohl's - Yes to Holiday Magic (2014) Music in this episode: Strange Magic - ELO Mr. Blue Sky - ELO The Office Theme - James Ferguson Do Ya - ELO Livin' Thing - ELO I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday - Wizzard Christmas All Over Again - Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers It...
Aug 24, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 9
On this episode of 'Tis the Soundtrack, we're continuing our exploration of Disney Holiday Loops by anchoring down at Trader Sam's Enchanged Tiki Bar. Music in this episode: Los Straightjackets - The Christmas Song Mele Kalikimaka - Jerry Byrd Sleigh Ride - The Ventures The 'In' Crowd - Ramsey Lewis Trio Christmas Medley Cover - Syldave Christmas Time is Here - The Blue Hawaiians Jingle Bells - Genoa Keawe Deck The Halls - Jim 'Kimo' West Mentioned in this episode: Totally Rad Christmas Podcast ...
Aug 03, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 8
On this episode of 'Tis the Soundtrack, we're piloting the Bowie up to Nowhere to take a look at the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special Soundtrack and Playlist. Music in this episode: Dead By Xmas - Hanoi Rocks Chasing Kevin - John Murphy Monsters After Dark - Tyler Bates I Don't Know What Christmas Is (But Christmastime Is Here) - Old 97's Here It Is Christmastime - Old 97's w/ Kevin Bacon Mrs. Claus - Little Jackie Fairytale of New York - The Pogues w/ Kristy MacColl Christmas Treat/I Wis...
Jul 16, 2024•8 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Happy Leon Day! On this episode of 'Tis the Soundtrack, we are looking at the holiday adverts of a local hardware store in Rhayader, Wales that took the internet by storm back in 2019 and the Christmas music of Andrea von Kampen, the artist whose songs have been featured in every commercial. Music in this episode: Livin' On A Prayer - Bon Jovi Old Fashioned Holiday - Andrea von Kampen I'll Be Home For Christmas - Andrea von Kampen White Christmas - Andrea von Kampen Forever Young - Andrea von Ka...
Jun 26, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 6
On this episode of 'Tis the Soundtrack, we are exploring the topic of Disney Holiday Loops and looking at the holiday music of Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure. Buena Vista Street Holiday Loop Tracklist Winter Weather ( Benny Goodman & Peggy Lee ) Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! ( Woody Herman and His Orchestra ) I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm ( Mildred Bailey, Red Norvo & His Orchestra ) Swingin' Them Jingle Bells ( Fats Waller ) Dig That Crazy Santa Claus ( Ra...
Jun 01, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 5
For this fourth episode of 'Tis the Soundtrack, we're taking a look at how things will shape up for the rest of 2024 including unveiling the Stealth Christmas playlist and the Chrismometer. Commercials in this episode: Hersey's Kisses - We Wish You a Merry Christmas JCPenney - Unwrap the Magic (2005) Music in this episode: Holiday Road - Lindsey Buckingham Bland Logo ~ Title Back - Hitoshi Sakimoto Can't Fight This Feeling - Bastille and the London Contemporary Orchestra ELO - Living' Thing When...
May 14, 2024•9 min•Season 1Ep. 4
For this third episode of 'Tis the Soundtrack, we are continuing our look at the album The Christmas Gig: Two Thousand Ten. Album info from Discogs : The Christmas Gig: Two Thousand Ten Label: None (promotional) Released: 2010 Tracklist A1. Tiny Tree Christmas (Guster) A2. Snow Is Falling (Darker My Love) A3. Perfect Gift (Natalie Hemby) A4. 10,000 Watts (Crystal Antlers) A5. You'll Never Find My Christmas (Bishop Allen B1. Get Down For The Holidays (Jenny O.) B2. Mrs. Claus Ain't Got Nothin' On...
Apr 06, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 3
For this second episode of 'Tis the Soundtrack, we are looking at an album with a fascinating history. This is The Christmas Gig: Two Thousand Ten, Part 1. Album info from Discogs: The Christmas Gig: Two Thousand Ten Label: None (promotional) Released: 2010 Tracklist A1. Tiny Tree Christmas (Guster) A2. Snow Is Falling (Darker My Love) A3. Perfect Gift (Natalie Hemby) A4. 10,000 Watts (Crystal Antlers) A5. You'll Never Find My Christmas (Bishop Allen) B1. Get Down For The Holidays (Jenny O.) B2....
Mar 22, 2024•9 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Video version of this episode is available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/D-k_ruGYwcs In this inaugural episode of 'Tis the Soundtrack, we take a look at one of my earliest Christmas memories, the Disney's Christmas Favorites Album. Album info from Discogs: Disney’s Christmas Favorites Label: Disneyland Records (2506) Released: 1979 Tracklist A1. White Christmas (Larry Groce and Children’s Chorus) A2. Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer (Mike Sammes Singers) A3. We Wish You A Merry Christmas (Children’...
Mar 05, 2024•6 min•Season 1Ep. 1
