Merry Christmas From Jon Pardi: Tracklist
Jon Pardi has released the track listing for his holiday album, Merry Christmas From Jon Pardi. The record includes classics like "Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow," "Please Come Home for Christmas" and "Winter Wonderland." The album will be released on Friday, October 27th.
Merry Christmas From Jon Pardi Track Listing:
Beer for Santa
400 Horsepower Sleigh
All I Want for Christmas Is You
Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow
Merry Christmas From the Keys
Please Come Home for Christmas
Santa Looked a Lot Like Daddy
I’ve Been Bad, Santa (And Pillbox Patti)
Reindeer
Swing On Down to Texas
Winter Wonderland
A Long December
The Trees!
There are some stunning fall colors out here in Northeast Ohio at this time of the year, and from my back porch, I can see them all. They're simply beautiful.
Some blogs take a bit of effort to think of, but this one came naturally, literally! I was outside, as I so often am, when I noticed that every phase of Autumn was right before my eyes. There were shades of green in the grass and on some of the leaves that have yet to transition. There were reds and oranges, clinging on for just a little while longer, and scattered across the acreage. There were the brown trees, barren against the baby blue sky. Don't even get me started on the gorgeous sunsets mixed into all of this!
It's supposed to warm up a bit this week, so if you get the opportunity to, I'd highly recommend unplugging from it all and going out to experience some of the beauty of fall in Ohio. Don't forget to snap some pictures!
Check this out for info on fall colors: 2023 Fall Foliage Color Map: When Do Fall Leaves Change in Your Area? | The Old Farmer's Almanac
WYNN - Forgotten Jukebox - T-96
Trace Adkins - I Left Something Turned On At Home - 1997 (Album - Dreamin' Out Loud)
Trace Adkins is very popular with WQMX listeners. He also is a tremendous vocalist. I featured him in my Vocalist Supreme Series a while back. Trace is a terrific singer who understands that louder is not better, better is better. This was the fourth single from his debut album and went to #2 on the charts for two weeks. The only thing that kept this from #1 was one of George Straits biggest hits, Carrying Your Love With Me, which camped out there for a while. This song is total fun and was a perfect fit for Adkins. That for me has always been a strength of his. I can't imagine anyone else singing this song as he made it his own. He's done that a few times, none more so than this song, and You're Gonna Miss This. Adkin's big voice is his calling card, and I love that he lent it to a song that is fun, and tongue in cheek. This debut album too was sensational. I wish we heard this song more, but it's a good fit for the Forgotten Jukebox.
WYNN - #8 - George Strait - Amarillo By Morning - 1983
George Strait - Amarillo By Morning - 1983
This is one of Strait's very best songs, and has been on numerous lists of "Greatest Songs" and it's on mine too. This was first recorded in 1973 by its writer, Terry Stafford (His Version) to no real success. Then recorded a few more times again, to no charting success. But this version has become one of George Straits signature songs from early in his run. It's also a very important song in Strait's and our history. This song completely solidified Strait as the real force in country. It connected him directly to a segment of country listeners often ignored. Rodeo people, cowboys and cowgirls, horse people, people on farms, people in rural communities and those who drive over the road or travel for a living that understand the rigors and difficulties of being away from loved ones for whatever reason. And to those dedicated to a passion that does not always serve them well. It was released during a very tough economic time and captured that moment too for many. The traditional arrangement was welcome to those searching for a real country sound. This song is an absolute gem, selling over 4 million copies, and sent George Strait right to the top of everyone's favorite artist list. Almost unbelievably, this was only #4 on the charts, which shows you they don't always get it right. Right song, right artist, right on time. This version of this song is about perfect.
My Full Profile On George Strait
WYNN - Eat Of The Week!
OK, you gotta love broccoli to love this and I do! During the fall we are looking for comforting foods and this is certainly one. This could be a nice new dish for a big fall meal - maybe Thanksgiving!
Delish! Enjoy...
WYNN - BROWNS - Fortuitous
Hey, I'm as glad as you the Browns are 4-2 and in the thick of it in their division and the AFC. But unless you're living in some kind of dreamland, you have to admit them being there - is fortuitous right now. As well as some of the team has played, the last two wins have basically been gifted to them. The referees have aided the Browns immeasurably with horrendous late game calls the last two Sundays. Officiating in the NFL is beyond horrible, and it's league wide every week. These clowns can't help themselves from deciding games around the league with terrible calls, and ridiculous errors at critical times. The NFL needs to acknowledge this.
You can speculate as to why, there are plenty of conspiracies. I'll have a beer with you and talk those over. But what I won't do it this. "Well, these calls have gone against us all this time, so it's payback, Cleveland against the world." If your a fan, you've gotta know these guys have to start getting this stuff right, because the next time it will not play out as pleasantly as the last two weeks. Because what just happened to the Colts was bad for the NFL. The Colts made the plays to win the game - twice - and had it taken from them by ego driven part time employees who think they are to decide hard fought and entertaining games. This week and last we were the beneficiaries. You know, like the Chiefs seem to be every week. (Yeah, I said it)
Celebrate? Sure we won, but there will be a next time the bagel may not bounce our way. This stuff concerns me for more important games up the road for the Browns. And can we stop with the ridiculous Gene Steratore "Rules Analyst" nonsense on the TV broadcasts? He's a former ref with a cushy salary that won't get in the mud and take a real stand. He won't go after his former brethren like he should, as he could do a lot of good if he really challenged these guys on national TV. But he seldom disagrees and sounds wimpy and adds nothing. The "uncatchable" play was the last straw for me, as the pass nearly went in the stands. Paul Bunyan couldn't have caught it and he basically said no problem, as did the refs and that gave the Browns a virtually guaranteed win.
But the game was a win and we should all be glad that the Myles Garrett we all hoped would emerge this season showed up and really took the game over. But I was disappointed with the defense being torched for 38 points against a team not offensively proficient. And they were all earned, no flukes. Special teams were very special and played well and that's great to see especially with the new kicker who so far has been money. Winning on the road in the NFL is tough, and we got it done.
The Watson situation is a mess and I don't think anyone really understands what's going on there. I'm starting to think it possibly is far beyond football in terms of the reasons and the genesis of his injury. The Browns should get in front of it and quit side-stepping. He clearly isn't right for whatever reason and I'm OK with that, people do get hurt. Take charge Kevin, put him on IR and say see you in four weeks. Leaders lead. This is starting to smell pretty bad.
Going forward, let's get ready for the game at hand. Seattle is a tough place to win, and the Seahawks are pretty good. The Browns will need great defensive play and special teams too. The offense is what it is right now and seems to be getting easier to defend as opposing teams are seeing the Browns limitations similar to last year. But they can win this game if managed well and kept close.
Good defense, good special teams, and maybe a bit more fortuity. But we shouldn't count on the latter.
GO BROWNS!
Last Weeks Article - Signature Win!
WYNN - My Weekly Recap
In case you missed some of my articles from WQMX.com this week, here's a recap. Thanks for reading and thanks for listening everyday!
50 Favorites From 40+ Years #9
Country Music Memory Lane - Dwight Yoakam Birthday (Revisit)
WYNN - Wynn At The Movies And More!
Box Office Results - Era' Tour (31 million)
#2 Killers of the Flower Moon (23 Million) #3 Excorcist (6 million)
New This Week - Five Nights At Freddy's
Paramount Pictures - Delayed the next Mission: Impossible movie, moving it from June 2024 to May 2025.
Tyler Perry - Has signed an eight-movie, four-year deal with Netflix
Meryl Streep - And her husband, Don Gummer, have been separated for more than six years - married 45 years
Interesting - They "haven’t even begun" the process of updating James Bond The next Bond must reflect the way the world has changed in the two decades since Daniel Craig was selected as the sixth 007.
This Weekend – Check out my Country Music Memory Lane (link)
Also - My 50 Favorites Over 40+ Years This Week #9 (Link)
Haunted Houses and More...
Listen and then tell me what you think
Keep It or Kick It is back once again tonight! During the New @ Nine, I'll be featuring the song "Don't Let The Old Man In" by Toby Keith. Keith is planning to re-release the track after his performance at the People's Choice Country Awards.
We will give it a listen shortly after 9:00 and then it'll be time for you to call or text me on the Cricket Wireless Text Line and tell me what you think of the song.
Thanks for your participation!