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True North Holidays: A Festive Canadian Playlist

True North Holidays: A Festive Canadian Playlist

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 This week on Songwriters From Here and Away we unwrap a joyful collection of seasonal songs from Canadian artists and beyond — a soundtrack for cozy nights, snowy walks, candlelight celebrations, and all the warm emotions that come with the holidays. From intimate reflections of returning home to spirited celebrations of cultural traditions, this episode blends classic festive moods with contemporary songwriting flair. Gather around the fire, grab your favourite mug, and enjoy Winter Cheer & New Traditions — a holiday musical journey that’s both heartfelt and uplifting. 🎶 Tracklist + Links G4briel4 – “Christmas Is Near” A rising young voice with international roots, G4briel4 delivers a bright seasonal pop tune that captures the excitement and warmth of the approaching holidays — like a musical snow globe full of hope and cheer. 🔗 Listen/Artist: https://www.tiktok.com/@g4briel4_official Brother Bicker Band – “Rocky Mountain Christmas” Calgary’s roots rock collective brings a bittersweet holiday story to life, exploring memories of home and the warmth of connection as winter settles in the mountains. Their “maple whiskey rock n roll” style gives this seasonal song a soulful, timeless feel. 🔗 Website: https://brotherbicker.com Jeffrey Straker – “Come Walkin’ In The Snow With Me” Prairie singer-songwriter Jeffrey Straker blends heartfelt lyricism with classic holiday imagery, inviting listeners into a serene snowy stroll filled with warmth, companionship, and seasonal magic. 🔗 Artist: https://jeffreystraker.com Greg Carroll – “Lullaby For Christmas” Nova Scotia songwriter Greg Carroll offers a gentle, lullaby-like holiday tune — perfect for quiet evenings with family, reflective moments, and candlelit contemplation. 🔗 Artist: https://gregcarroll.ca Haley K Turner – “Intangible Things (A Hanukkah Song)” With a thoughtful blend of contemporary songwriting and cultural celebration, Haley K Turner’s song honors Hanukkah’s themes of light, memory, and what truly matters beyond the material. 🔗 Artist: https://haleykturner.com Sultans of String – “Sing for Kwanzaa” (feat. Richard Bona & Waleed Abdulhamid) World-infused holiday rhythms meet powerful cultural expression in this vibrant Kwanzaa celebration, featuring stunning performances by jazz great Richard Bona and percussionist Waleed Abdulhamid. 🔗 Website: https://sultansofstring.com Rum Ragged – “Christmas In The Harbour” Newfoundland’s Rum Ragged delivers a beautifully rugged maritime Christmas song, blending salt-air storytelling and sea-seasoned harmonies that feel like a festive gathering by the docks. 🔗 Artist: https://rumragged.bandcamp.com Campbell+Green – “Christmas In Paris” Nova Scotia folk-pop duo Campbell+Green bring romantic holiday imagery to life with this dreamy, Paris-infused seasonal tune — like strolling through twinkling lights on a winter’s night. 🔗 Website: https://campbellandgreen.bandcamp.com Silver Wolf Band – “Halloween Clothes” While not a traditional Christmas song, this clever seasonal standout brings another side of the holidays (and costume-adventure nostalgia) to your festive playlist. 🔗 Artist: https://www.silverwolfbandmusic.com Ken Dirschl – “My Arms Around You” Ken Dirschl’s heartfelt, love-centred song feels at home among holiday playlists, capturing that warm embrace of togetherness that makes the season meaningful. 🔗 Artist: https://www.kendirschl.com Jill Barber – “That Time of Year” & “A Very Merry Christmas” Jill Barber’s elegant vocals and rich melodic style make both of these holiday tunes feel like an invitation to slow down, savour the moment, and share seasonal joy with loved ones. 🔗 Website: https://jillbarber.com Trena – “Christmas Bells” A joyful ring of seasonal cheer, “Christmas Bells” captures the festive sparkle and celebration that make wintertime gatherings so memorable. 🔗 Artist: https://trenamusic.com Campbell+Green – “Dear Santa” & “Perfect Gift” Two more holiday gems from the Nova Scotia duo — playful and heartfelt reflections on wishes, wonder, and what we hope for most during the festive season. 🔗 Website: https://www.campbellandgreen.ca #HolidayMusic #CanadianChristmas #SeasonalSongs #SongwritersFromHereAndAway #G4briel4 #BrotherBickerBand #JeffreyStraker #CampbellAndGreen #JillBarber #SultansOfString #WinterPlaylist #ChristmasSongs #Hanukkah #Kwanzaa
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