Let's Get Christmas
Mike Viola · 1999
17 min · 5 tracks · rock music
A playful blend of rock and festive cheer, merging classic holiday sentiments with contemporary pop influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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Give Me a Second Chance for Christmas — This original track encapsulates the album's spirit, blending heartfelt lyrics with catchy melodies that reflect the longing often felt during the holiday season.
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I Want It That Way — Viola's rock-infused rendition of this Backstreet Boys classic creatively integrates holiday themes, showcasing his ability to reinterpret pop staples in unexpected ways.
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Christmas in Venice — This track offers an evocative mix of imagery and sound, transporting listeners to a unique holiday setting while maintaining a lighthearted tone reflective of Viola's style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful holiday sing-alongs
- short bursts of festive joy
- whimsical energy for gatherings
- lighthearted tunes for celebrations
Maybe skip if you
- seeking deep emotional exploration
- prefer longer, immersive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Let's Get Christmas' was released in 1999, Mike Viola was primarily known for his work as a solo artist and member of the band The Candy Butchers. This album followed his earlier projects and showcased a shift towards creating thematic music, aligning his songwriting style with holiday traditions while maintaining his rock roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fountains of Wayne· Josh Ritter· The New Pornographers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Give Me a Second Chance for Christmas 3:17
- 2 I Want It That Way 3:52
- 3 All I Want for Christmas Is You 3:49
- 4 Christmas in Venice 1:56
- 5 Doin' It the Reggae Way 4:27
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