The Essential Advent Calendar: December 25

The Essential Advent Calendar – December 24: The 2023 Washboard Union Christmas Country Special On More Radio Stations Than Ever

This holiday season, JUNO Award-winning and nine-time Canadian Country Music Association Award winners, The Washboard Union will host their fourth annual “A Washboard Union Christmas” on Corus Radio Country stations and more than 32 more radio stations across Canada, and for the first time SiriusXM Canada. 

Shawna Linzy Shares With Us Her Thoughts On Her Music, Her Inspirations, And New Festive Single, ‘Silent Night’

Shawna Linzy is an up and coming singer-songwriter, who is following her dreams and making the very best she can of life.

The Essential Advent Calendar: December 23

The Essential Advent Calendar – December 22: Alexis Ffrench Releases New Festive Album, ‘Christmas Piano with Alexis Ffrench’

The world’s most exciting composer and pianist Alexis Ffrench has releases ‘Christmas Piano with Alexis Ffrench,’ a magical, 24-track record in which he reflects on his most cherished Christmas memories from his childhood up to the present day.

The Essential Advent Calendar: December 22

The Essential Advent Calendar – December 21: Ryan Whyte Maloney Releases New Festive Single, ‘Christmas with Family’

Ryan Whyte Maloney, well-known for being on NBC’s The Voice and Team Blake in 2014, has never looked back since his time on that stage. The Traverse City, MI., native has been touring and writing new music, including a beautiful holiday single, ‘Christmas with Family’ out now. 

The Essential Advent Calendar: December 21

The Essential Advent Calendar – December 20: Kimberly Dawn Is Setting Out To Change Lives For The Better This Holiday Season With New Single, ‘Life Changing’

Kimberly Dawn is on a mission this Holiday Season with her latest single. Her third career single to be released, Kimberly penned “Life Changing” with Brian Lavoy Payne and Grammy Nominated producer, Kent Wells.

The Essential Advent Calendar – December 18: Global Superstar Cellist HAUSER Releases New Holiday Short Film Christmas Special Part 2

Renowned international cellist HAUSER is spreading holiday cheer with the release of the second installment of his eventual forty-minute Christmas movie, featuring enchanting renditions of classic songs, “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” and “Little Drummer Boy.” The visually captivating film was shot in Ogulin, Croatia, capturing the essence of Christmas joy, the beauty of spending time with your loved ones, and the true spirit of the holiday season.

The Essential Advent Calendar – December 17: Sia And Endel Release ‘Gimme Christmas (Lofi Soundscape)’ On All Major Streaming Services

Endel and Atlantic Records release scientifically backed Sleep and Lofi albums based on the EP, ‘Gimme Christmas’ from one of the world’s biggest superstars.

The Essential Advent Calendar – December 16: NOANNE Releases Stunning Acoustic Version Of Her Single, ‘Goodwill’

NOANNE’s latest release is a stunning video for the acoustic version of ‘Goodwill’, which delivers a unique and poignant approach, delving into the darker aspects of the holiday season. This video, a departure from the usual festive cheer, is designed to narrate a story of loneliness and introspection during a time traditionally associated with joy and togetherness.

The Essential Advent Calendar – 15 December: Indie-Pop Artist Asha Jefferies Ponders The Christmas Holidays With New Single, ‘Keep My Shit Together’

Brisbane, Australia based indie-pop riser Asha Jefferies has unveiled her new single, ‘Keep My Shit Together’, following recent tour supports and shows with acts including Julia Jacklin, Stella Donnelly, City and Colour, Lime Cordiale and Middle Kids.

The Essential Advent Calendar – December 14: Austrian Singer And Entertainer Trickster Releases His Amped Up And Swinging Blend Of Christmas Classics, ‘Silent Night vs Santa Claus Is Coming To Town’

Trickster, the Austrian singer and entrepreneur from Linz, blends Christmas classics with his festive release, ‘Silent Night vs Santa Claus Is Coming To Town’.. Out now via Trickster Recordings through Absolute, the track has found serious support on social media, as well as more than 500K video views on YouTube. On top of all this, Trickster has received high praise from the King of Christmas Music himself, David Foster, who called Trickster a “breath of fresh air”.

‘Tis The Season For The Púcas And Their Debut Single, ‘Christmas In Galway’

Released on December 4, ‘Christmas In Galway’ is the debut single from Irish duo, The Púcas. Comprising Fergal O’Hanlon and Adam O’Shea, ‘Christmas In Galway’ is a delightful festive track that is jam-packed with nostalgia, togetherness, and Irish culture and folk traditions.

Tim Edey Offers Us ‘A Celtic Christmas’ Full Of Festive Cheer With His Latest Release

Released December 10, just in time for Christmas, ‘A Celtic Christmas’ is the latest album from Tim Edey.