Various Artists - A John Waters Christmas (12 tracks) +Album Reviews

You simply have no idea, I promise you.

Merrill Mattie | 12/24/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This album, while not meant for easy listening or general Christmas cheer, is a true gem amongst the zillions of schmaltzy holiday albums foisted upon us every year.

It ranges from saracstic pop (I Wish You A Merry Christmas), to diabetes-inducing child showcases (Happy Birthday Jesus; Sleigh Bells, Reindeer And Snow), to bah-humbug sentiments (Here Comes Fatty Claus), to simply jaw-dropping urban black power sentiments (Santa Claus Is A Black Man), to spine-tingling theremin tunes (First Snowfall).

But I promise you, you'll love every minute, and count your holiday blessings that John Waters took the time to put together this eclectic and genius compilation.

Note: NOT work-safe, for sure. Happy Holidays!"

A John Waters thrill ride for Christmas!

Matthew G. Sherwin | last seen screaming at Amazon customer service | 12/16/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Yes, I know it: it's politically incorrect, rude and silly--but you know what? This CD is AWESOME! As a baby boomer I love the 60s beat of the first track, "Fat Daddy." Great parody of Santa! I had to laugh! GRIN Actually, a lot of this CD has a 60s feel to it. Also funny and very entertaining is the next song "Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer" sung here by Tiny Tim! And WHO could ever forget the ultimate rendition of "Sleigh Ride" as only Alvin and The Chipmunks could belt out?

This CD is something like what would happen if MadTV or In Living Color from the 90s ever produced a Christmas album! It's funny, well written and it moves at just the right pace. As other reviewers have noted, I am pretty sure that some of these songs would be pretty hard to find elsewhere. That being said--go on out and get this CD for a Christmas time this year embellished with a John Waters twist! Even if it weren't Christmas time it would STILL be a fun CD to have in any collection. GRIN

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Sick and Sublime

Robert Lett | Richmond, Va United States | 11/24/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is one cool spin, it's like the anti-christmas cd really. I just love it, i've been playing it all week. Perfect antidote to the usual syrupy christmas releases. We should all be in John Waters debt for digging these up, let's all send him a turd or something!"

Where has this been my whole life?

musichead | Houston, Tx | 11/25/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This CD is full of impossible to find gems - for the real collector freak! You cannot miss, Brilliant , brilliant idea!"

Oh The Christmases We Used To Know?

R. DelParto | Virginia Beach, VA USA | 12/17/2005

(4 out of 5 stars)

"If one wants to hear the wackiest Christmas collection, look no further. Take a listen to A JOHN WATERS' CHRISTMAS. It is, indeed, a big snowball full of wacky, tacky and horrific songs. However, this may not be the Christmas collection for every family member, hence the parental advisory warning due to the tune, "Here Comes Fatty Claus."

Waters' collection goes beyond the old tunes that we all know so well. However, he adds a few familiar favorites with a little spin and dementedness - Tiny Tim's version of "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer" and The Chipmunks' "Sleigh Ride." Speaking of demented, the songs on the CD bear similar reminders to late night listeners of the Dr. Demento Show or the hall of fame of Christmas tackiness, "Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer." With that in mind, there are a few gems in the collection, such as the country western feel of "Christmas Time Is Coming (A Street Carol)" by Stormy Weather and the Motown-ish sounding "I Wish You a Merry Christmas" by Big Dee Irwin and Little Eva of "The Locomotion" fame, which will get you in the Christmas groove. Where will you hear the touching "Little Mary Christmas" by Roger Christian? With all its 1950s or early 1960s storytelling about the ill fated, this is the poignant tale of Mary the orphan who wishes for a family for Christmas; the Nashville-like tones are a delight to hear. By far, the highlight of the CD is the opening track, "Fat Daddy" by Fat Daddy himself who tells us who the real Santa Claus is, and the doll-like vocals of Little Cindy and her "Happy Birthday Jesus (A Child's Prayer)".

The only unfortunate aspect of the CD is the lack of extended liner notes that make reference to the release date of each song. However, Waters' own notes are quite hilarious to read. A JOHN WATERS' CHRISTMAS is as Christmassy as one can get. If you're looking for a little laugh from all the shopping and the Merry Christmas debates, Waters' CD provides an alternative to the different versions of "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" or "Jingle Bells". So, get the Yule log burning, put your dancing shoes on, indulge in a little eggnog, and enjoy.

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