What makes Cocktails with Santa by Richard Cheese & Lounge Against The Machine notable?

The album has garnered attention for its unique take on traditional Christmas songs, drawing a cult following for its irreverent approach. Its standout track, 'Christmas in Las Vegas,' highlights the duo's ability to blend humor with musicality, contributing to the growing trend of novelty holiday albums that offer an alternative to conventional festive music. By 2013, Richard Cheese & Lounge Against The Machine had solidified their niche in the comedy rock genre, following their previous release, 'Tuxicity' in 2010. 'Cocktails with Santa' marked their foray into holiday-themed music, showcasing their ability to reinterpret familiar songs with humor and style while attracting both new listeners and long-time fans.

Who is Cocktails with Santa for?

Cocktails with Santa works well if you're into playful irreverence for holiday spirit, quick festive listening bursts and for holiday gatherings.

How many songs are on Cocktails with Santa?

Cocktails with Santa has 12 tracks, running approximately 27 minutes.

Released 13 years ago this November

Cocktails with Santa

Richard Cheese & Lounge Against The Machine · 2013

27 min · 12 tracks · pop music

A playful blend of classic holiday tunes reimagined with a cheeky lounge twist and Richard Cheese's signature comedic flair.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Christmas in Las Vegas — This track cleverly juxtaposes holiday cheer with the glitzy allure of Las Vegas, encapsulating the album's comedic spirit while offering a fresh perspective on Christmas celebrations.
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Cocktails With Santa — The title track blends humor and holiday themes, making it a perfect representation of the album's overall vibe while showcasing Cheese's vocal prowess and comedic timing.
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Jingle Bells — This rendition transforms a traditional favorite into a lively lounge piece, demonstrating how Cheese revitalizes familiar melodies through his distinctive style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

playful irreverence for holiday spirit
quick festive listening bursts
for holiday gatherings
jovial vibes with friends
lighthearted background for celebrations

Maybe skip if you

seeking serious holiday reflections
prefer lengthy immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context: By 2013, Richard Cheese & Lounge Against The Machine had solidified their niche in the comedy rock genre, following their previous release, 'Tuxicity' in 2010. 'Cocktails with Santa' marked their foray into holiday-themed music, showcasing their ability to reinterpret familiar songs with humor and style while attracting both new listeners and long-time fans.
Stylistic neighbors: Postmodern Jukebox· The Puppini Sisters· Scott Bradlee

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Jingle Bells 2:15
2 We Wish You a Merry Christmas 1:21
3 Christmas in Las Vegas (new 2013 version) 2:28
4 O Christmas Tree 1:43
5 The Dreidel Song 2:06
6 Deck the Halls 1:24
7 Greensleeves (instrumental) 2:44
8 Hannukah in Las Vegas 2:28
9 Cocktails With Santa 5:45
10 Auld Lang Syne 1:38
11 Richard Cheese's Birthday Song for Jesus 0:11
12 Little Drummer Boy 3:14

What to play next

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