Christmas Number Ones: Every UK Singles Chart-Topper In History
The UK’s Christmas number ones have ranged from classic holiday tunes to some surprisingly unseasonal songs. Here’s a complete run-down.
Christmas Songs That Never Made Number One: 10 Surprising Chart Fails
Christmas is a time for surprises – and the biggest Christmas songs to never make No.1 still have us looking back on the charts in disbelief.
I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday: Behind Wizzard’s Evergreen Hit
Wizzard’s Phil Spector-esque bid for Yuletide glory, I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday remains a timeless seasonal classic.
John Lewis Christmas Advert Songs: All 15, Ranked Worst To Best
Now an annual tradition, the best John Lewis Christmas advert songs have provided us with some stunning and moving cover versions.
Alternative Christmas Songs: 20 Classics That Break With Tradition
From nostalgic indie-rock to punky expressions of festive angst, the best alternative Christmas songs make for a cool Yuletide soundtrack.
Best Christmas Albums: 10 Essential Gifts That Keep On Giving
Plenty of Yuletide records are disposable, but the best Christmas albums really do capture the magic of the holiday season.
‘Kylie Christmas’: How The Snow Queen Claimed Her Throne
Kylie Minogue and Christmas – it’s an obvious combination, but it took three decades for the Princess Of Pop to record her Christmas album.
Why Michael Bublé’s Christmas Album Is The Gift That Keeps On Giving
In emulating his crooner heroes with the ‘Christmas’ album, Michael Bublé created a cracker of his very own.
Best Pogues Songs: 20 Shining Examples Of Sheer Poguetry
They were rowdy, rebellious and volatile, but Shane MacGowan and co built their catalogue to last – as the best Pogues songs attest.
Best Christmas Songs: 40 Classic Tracks For The Holiday Season
From festive celebrations to seasonal sass and holiday heartbreak, the best Christmas songs cover all the Yuletide bases.
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