December 26 2009

Yule Logs and Philco Brothers and Praise-a-pella

Here are three submissions we received that through the holiday rush unfortunately we were unable to get into article form until now. But let me tell you, hang onto these puppies for next years holiday mixes!

First we have a gem from The Yule Logs who are a new band dedicated to spreading holiday cheer (obviously). Their debut is out so give them support! Their version is a jazzy/rock sort of surprise. Highly recommended.

The Yule LogsLast Christmas

Secondly, Philco Brothers, actually just one man named Jim, are a band out of Boston. Inspired by our site a few years he recorded his sweet ass version and passed it along! It’s somewhere between 8-bit and lo-fi but all parts amazing. Check out his myspace and thank him!

Philco BrothersLast Christmas

And here’s their version of another christmas tune, “Christmas Time” by the Dogmatics:

Lastly, Praise-Apella are a faith-based a cappella group whose version is pretty amazing. I am always impressed by a talented a cappella, group but this cover truly deserves some notice, check out their video below:

Apologies for the rushed nature of this post, but we didn’t want to leave you guys hanging! we still have many many more to share, and rather than wait until next year, we’ll do a couple big mix posts for you guys!


tags: 8bit, a capella, indie, lo-fi, rock

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December 26 2009

Kerplunk? Kerplooie.

Let me begin by saying thanks to Unnecessary Umlaut for keeping the magic alive with his “Last Christmas” picks from our site’s years of collecting. If you just wanna cut to the chase, head to his site and grab his offerings, they are certainly some of the more top tier covers we’ve featured!

Today we’ve got a good set. I mean that too; I’ve no reason to lie at nearly 450 versions, do I? Well fine, don’t believe me, just listen for yourself!

Oh! AtomsFirst we have indie duo Oh! Atoms trying to entrance with their British charm and stripped down, yet still upbeat take on “Last Christmas.” This back and forth they have going had me thinking for a minute we might have the dual perspective type thing going, but no. I don’t think they’re singing about the same lost love though, they’re just covering the song. That’s it. Let’s not read too much into this people!

Oh! AtomsLast Christmas


Hot on the sweet take heels of Oh! Atoms we have the super produced, radio friendly K-Pop vet 1sagain with Ju Bora. It looks like his first big hit came in 2002, and he is on some kind of comeback, thanks in part to this little ditty I’m sure. If you’re into the Ashley Tisdale, Foxxi MisQ or any of the international rap versions, then give this a listen! It’s kind of a combo platter of those, in spirit anyways.

1sagain feat. Ju BoraLast Christmas
1sagain feat. Ju BoraLast Christmas Instrumental


When we first posted Feeling Left Out back in year one, it was with some regret that we only posted the original version of their Wham! cover. We can now put that regret to rest as here, finally, is the alternate, and ridiculous, Quicksand Jesus version of “Last Christmas.” It’s a reprise of sorts, but mostly some kind of six minute holiday frustration outlet. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!

Feeling Left OutLast Christmas, Quicksand Jesus Version

Feeling Left Out is a now defunct acoustic indie duo led by Joe Wilson who’s still pumping out tunes. Check out the FLO website, which now just redirects to his new work.


Oh Juju! What a cute name. At least to me anyways, that’s what my wife calls our cat Julius. So you can see my fondness for the version based on name alone. Juju the singer is a cute Japanese singer who mixes a bit of reggae and lounge in her cover. This is from her 2007 release, Wish for Snow. Have a listen.

JujuLast Christmas


Lastly, an interestingly named, and sounding, remix of the original…well done sirs…

Wham! – Last Christmas (Rynecologist Christ-Must-Jam Mix)

Yes! The literal version of “Last Christmas!” Thanks Jeff!


tags: dance, indie, instrumental, j-pop, lounge, pop, reggae, remix, translated, video

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December 25 2009

merry christmas!

Thanks for visiting this year! And stay tuned, we’re going to post through the new year at least a few more times!


tags: 8bit

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