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Unkillable Holiday Songs: Brenda Lee - Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
Recorded when Brenda Lee was just 13 years old, this song blended rockabilly swing with Christmas imagery at a time when holiday music was still largely traditional and conservative. It didn’t explode immediately—but once it did, it never stopped. What makes this song immortal is its effortless joy . The groove is infectious, the vocals are playful, and the track feels less like a performance and more like a party you’ve been invited to every year since the late ’50s. Brenda
Miami Urban Music & Film Festival


Unkillable Holiday Songs: Wham! - Last Christmas (1984)
The sad-boy Christmas anthem Released at the height of Wham!’s fame, “Last Christmas” subverted holiday expectations by pairing festive synths with heartbreak. George Michael wrote and produced the track himself, recording much of it in his childhood bedroom—giving it an intimacy that still cuts through decades later. Its staying power comes from emotional honesty. Instead of cozy cheer, the song delivers regret, self-reflection, and romantic caution—wrapped in one of the mos
Miami Urban Music & Film Festival


Unkillable Holiday Songs: Mariah Carey - All I Want for Christmas (1994)
The modern holiday juggernaut Written in just 15 minutes with producer Walter Afanasieff, Mariah Carey’s holiday anthem was originally meant to feel timeless , not trendy—built around Phil Spector-style orchestration, sleigh bells, and a love-song core instead of overt Christmas novelty. That decision turned out to be historic. What keeps the song unkillable isn’t just nostalgia—it’s structure. The intro is instantly recognizable, Mariah’s vocal runs hit peak drama without ov
Miami Urban Music & Film Festival


Get the Most Out of Your Art Basel Experience
Whether you’re a seasoned collector, an emerging artist, or a curious traveler, there’s something for everyone during this exciting time. Here’s how to maximize your Art Basel experience—and enjoy the surrounding buzz, even if you don’t snag a ticket to the main events
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Unkillable Holiday Songs: Brenda Lee - Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
Recorded when Brenda Lee was just 13 years old, this song blended rockabilly swing with Christmas imagery at a time when holiday music was still largely traditional and conservative. It didn’t explode immediately—but once it did, it never stopped. What makes this song immortal is its effortless joy . The groove is infectious, the vocals are playful, and the track feels less like a performance and more like a party you’ve been invited to every year since the late ’50s. Brenda
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Unkillable Holiday Songs: Wham! - Last Christmas (1984)
The sad-boy Christmas anthem Released at the height of Wham!’s fame, “Last Christmas” subverted holiday expectations by pairing festive synths with heartbreak. George Michael wrote and produced the track himself, recording much of it in his childhood bedroom—giving it an intimacy that still cuts through decades later. Its staying power comes from emotional honesty. Instead of cozy cheer, the song delivers regret, self-reflection, and romantic caution—wrapped in one of the mos
1 min read


Unkillable Holiday Songs: Mariah Carey - All I Want for Christmas (1994)
The modern holiday juggernaut Written in just 15 minutes with producer Walter Afanasieff, Mariah Carey’s holiday anthem was originally meant to feel timeless , not trendy—built around Phil Spector-style orchestration, sleigh bells, and a love-song core instead of overt Christmas novelty. That decision turned out to be historic. What keeps the song unkillable isn’t just nostalgia—it’s structure. The intro is instantly recognizable, Mariah’s vocal runs hit peak drama without ov
1 min read


Get the Most Out of Your Art Basel Experience
Whether you’re a seasoned collector, an emerging artist, or a curious traveler, there’s something for everyone during this exciting time. Here’s how to maximize your Art Basel experience—and enjoy the surrounding buzz, even if you don’t snag a ticket to the main events
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Branding Masterclass: PREDATOR BADLANDS—The Art of Evolutionary Identity
When one word defines a global entertainment brand, you know you’ve struck gold. That word is Predator . It evokes a specific set of expectations: lethal efficiency, advanced technology, an honor code, and a relentless pursuit of the hunt. After the astonishing success and critical acclaim of Prey , many wondered how the franchise could possibly top a film that felt like a perfect, stripped-down prequel masterpiece. The answer, delivered with savage precision in Predator Bad
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Must-Watch Holiday films: Gremlins
Few holiday-set films blend our collective love of horror, comedy, and festive charm as seamlessly as Gremlins . What begins as a cozy Christmas story about a young man receiving an unusual pet from a strange traveler, quickly unravels into gleeful chaos when the creature’s mischievous offspring wreak havoc on a small town. With Joe Dante’s direction and Steven Spielberg’s guiding hand as executive producer, Gremlins remains one of the most memorable—and delightfully odd—hol
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