Les Misérables, Django Unchained Lead Box Office Sales on Christmas
Hobbit, Parental Guidance also top earners. read more
Found in: Movies, NewsThe Polyphonic Spree Releases Animated Video for Cover of John Lennon’s “Happy Xmas (War Is Over)”
The Polyphonic Spree was already prepping for Christmas when they released Holidaydream: Sounds of the Holidays Vol. One back in October. The 13-track collection has 10 timely classics, two original songs and a cover of John Lennon’s “Happy Xmas (War is Over).” The band has now released a beautiful animated video to go along with the cover track. Check out the video and upcoming tour dates below. The Polyphonic Spree Tour Dates December 6 – Los Angeles, Calif. @ The Fonda Theatre 7 – Long Beach, Calif. @ Fingerprints Music 8 – San Francisco, Calif. @ Slim’s 11 – Chicago,... read more
Found in: Music, NewsDMX Raps "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer"
This Christmas season, X gon’ give it to ya. read more
Found in: Blogs, Awesome of the DayPhotos: Sufjan Stevens - Athens, Ga.
Stevens played in Athens, Ga. on Monday at the Georgia Theatre, and his festive garb and enchanting voice didn't disappoint. read more
Found in: Blogs, 1000 WordsVideo Premiere: Polyphonic Spree - "It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year"
On Oct. 22, Polyphonic Spree released Holidaydream: Sounds of the Holidays Volume One. The album features ten classic holiday tunes, two original songs, and a cover of “Happy Xmas (War is Over)” by John Lennon and Yoko Ono. The band made a series of videos for the tracks on Holidaydream, portraying each song in a unique yet distinctly yuletide-friendly way. In the latest video, “It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” we see lo-fi footage of the making of props and the sweet routine of a delightful child in a top hat. Check out the exclusive premiere of the... read more
Found in: Featured VideosCee Lo Releases "All I Need is Love" Video Featuring The Muppets, Craig Robinson
Late last month, Cee Lo Green released a Christmas album that featured a collaboration with the Muppets (read our review here). Now that the holiday is fast approaching, the corresponding music video for “All I Need is Love” has been released. Directed by Marc Klasfeld, the video finds the Muppets and Green throwing a big Christmas party and even features a Muppet version of the singer himself and Craig Robinson (Darryl from The Office) as Santa. Check out the video below and be sure to stick around for the credits. ... read more
Found in: Music, NewsAlbum Stream: The Eastern Sea - First Christmas
Although The Eastern Sea has worked hard all year touring in support sophomore album Plague, the Austin-based band certainly isn’t winding down for the holiday season. First Christmas, the band’s third album, is set for release on Nov. 27 and will feature two original Christmas tunes as well as new renditions of old classics. Amidst a swarm of peppy Christmas releases this winter, First Christmas serves as a more relaxing soundtrack to the annual holiday bustle. You can listen to First Christmas, which was produced by Louie Lino (Nada Surf, Matt Pond PA) in the player below.... read more
Found in: Featured AudioWatch a Trailer for the Doctor Who Christmas Special
Yesterday Doctor Who announced the title of its Christmas special, which is “The Snowmen,” set to air on Dec. 25 at 9 p.m. EST. The special shows the Scrooge-like Doctor (Matt Smith) and Clara (played by Jenna-Louise Coleman) trying to save Christmas from Doctor Simeon (thespian Richard. E. Grant) and an army of ice snowmen. Coleman will step in as the Doctor’s new companion after the departure of Karen Gillan and Arthur Darvill from the show. “For this year’s Christmas special we have the wonderfully villainous Richard E Grant as Doctor Simeon, as well as lizards, Victorian assassins and deranged... read more
Found in: TV, NewsFucked Up Releases New Singles, New Music Video
It's been a busy, busy year for Fucked Up. Not only have they released a full-length concept album, David Comes to Life, and a Record Store Day-exclusive companion piece David's Town, but now they're preparing to unleash two new singles. One is a split 7-inch with fellow Toronto rock band Sloan, while the other is a 12-inch called Year of the Tiger and is part of the punk band's ongoing series of Chinese Zodiac singles. read more
Found in: Music, NewsPaste and Verve Team to Present "12 Days of Verve"
Paste has partnered with Verve Music Group to present “12 Days of Verve” to get you in the holiday spirit. Each day from now until Dec. 23, Verve will be giving away an iPod Nano and a $25 iTunes gift card to one lucky winner, but because it’s the holidays everyone walks away with something. read more
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