Throwback Thursday: A discussion on Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree"

Throwback Thursday: A discussion on Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree"

In this festive Throwback Thursday episode from December 23rd, 2024, Chris DeMakes and co-host/producer Chris Fafalios dive into the story behind the beloved 1958 holiday classic "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree." They trace the song’s origins from the pen of Johnny Marks to Brenda Lee’s unforgettable vocal performance at just 13 years old, recorded under the guidance of Nashville legend Owen Bradley. The conversation explores the song’s rockabilly roots, nostalgic lyrics, and the standout saxophone solo that gives it an extra burst of holiday spirit. They also reflect on the track’s remarkable staying power, its boost from films like Home Alone, and Brenda Lee’s historic climb to the top of the charts in 2023—proving that some Christmas magic only gets stronger with time. Chris DeMakes A Podcast is brought to you by DistroKid, the ultimate partner for taking your music to the next level. Get 30% off your first YEAR with DistroKid by signing up at ⁠http://distrokid.com/vip/demakes For bonus episode of The After Party podcast, an extensive back catalog of past After Party episodes, early ad-free releases of new episodes of Chris DeMakes A Podcast, full video versions of episodes, and MUCH more, head to the Patreon at ⁠http://www.ChrisDeMakes.com Follow Chris DeMakes A Podcast on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chrisdemakesapodcast/⁠ Join the Chris DeMakes A Podcast community on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/2643961642526928/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep. 310: Deanna Belos discusses Sincere Engineer’s “Trust Me”

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Throwback Thursday: Matt Skiba discusses Alkaline Trio’s “Time to Waste”

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This week’s Throwback Thursday episode was first released as Episode 209 on June 3rd, 2024, and it features Alkaline trio guitarist and vocalist Matt Skiba. In this conversation, he takes listeners be...

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Ep. 309: Shawna Potter discusses War On Women’s “Messages Unsent”

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Ep. 308: John Hampson discusses Nine Days “If I Am”

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In this episode, John Hampson makes his return to the show to discuss the writing and recording of the hit 2000 single from Nine Days, “If I Am.” Though the song didn’t hit the massive mainstream heig...

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Throwback Thursday: Roger Lima discusses Less Than Jake’s “Sunny Side”

Throwback Thursday: Roger Lima discusses Less Than Jake’s “Sunny Side”

Originally released as Episode 261 on June 2nd, 2025, this week’s Throwback Thursday episode features Chris’s Less Than Jake bandmate Roger Lima. Together, they dive into the writing and recording of ...

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Ep. 307: Peter Stuart discusses Dog’s Eye View’s “Everything Falls Apart”

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In this episode, songwriter and vocalist Peter Stuart discusses the writing and recording of the hit 1996 single from Dog’s Eye View, “Everything Falls Apart.” Written quickly (and with a hangover) af...

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Throwback Thursday: JR Wasilewski discusses Less Than Jake’s “Walking Pipebomb”

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Originally released as Episode 257 on May 12th, 2025, this week’s Throwback Thursday episode features Chris’s Less Than Jake bandmate JR Wasilweski discussing the writing and recording of “Walking Pip...

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