'Tis the Soundtrack

Happy Leon Day! This year, we're spending Leon Day learning about the incredibly fascinating, often contentious and eternally corny history of Mitch Miller and The Gang! Music in this episode: Deck the Halls - Mitch Miller and The Gang Wonderful, Wonderful - Johnny Mathis My Heart Cries for You - Guy Mitchell The Yellow Rose of Texas - Mitch Miller Mama Will Bark - Frank Sinatra and Dagmar I S...

In this episode we talk about John Cooney and his fantastic radio program Natural World. We also premier Christmas World, an homage to John that borrows heavily from his formula to bring you field journal entries from various places around the North Pole. Mentioned in this episode: John Cooney's Natural World KLCC Christmas World Playlist on YouTube 'Tis the Soundtrack is written and produ...

We made it to two years! In this episode we catch on some some things that have happened over the last year that didn't make it into the podcast. We talk about building a permanent podcasting space, the return to collecting physical media and my grandmother. Thank you to all the listeners who have been on this journey with us and thank you to the Christmas podcast community for all the support...

We're back with our first episode of 2026 and our next episode in our The History of the Christmas Album series! In this episode we look at the early days of recorded music, including the first format war between Thomas Edison's wax cylinders and Emile Berliner's shellac discs. Music in this episode: Sleigh Ride Party - The Edison Male Quartette Christmas Time Seems Years and Years Awa...

Happy Christmas Podcast Day! In this episode we're celebrating Christmas Podcast Day by taking a look at the band Fishbone and their 1987 EP "It's a Wonderful Life". Check out more Christmas Podcast Day episode from more Christmas Podcasts at https://christmaspodcasts.com Fishbone - It's a Wonderful Life (1987) It's a Wonderful Life (Gonna Have a Good Time) Slick Nick, You...

A big holiday hug to Alonso for participating in the latest 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. Check out Alonso's podcasts at: Linoleum Knife Maximum Film Breakfast All Day Deck The Hallmark Follow Alonso at: @aduralde on Bluesky @alonso.duralde on Instagram @Dx...

We took a break in July, but are back with the first episode of a new series: The History of the Christmas Album. In this series we'll look at the evolution of the Christmas album, from the start of recorded music (and even a bit earlier) to streaming. In this episode we look at the rise and fall of sheet music in the run up to the advent of recorded music. Music in this episode: Ring the Bell...

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 h...

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...

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 Aut...

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...

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 Com...

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 - Bre...

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 Mis...

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 -...

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 Hea...

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/bGEXiaDs...

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...

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 Hawaiia...

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&#3...

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&#3...

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...

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 - Hit...

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...

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...