EPISODE · Dec 20, 2024 · 32 MIN
The many lives of "Santa Claus is Coming to Town"
from Switched on Pop · host Switched on Pop
The first time you hear "Santa Claus is Coming to Town," it probably registers as just another cheery holiday standard. But hiding within this seemingly simple song is a remarkable story of American transformation - musical, technological, and social. Each time artists reimagine the song over its 90-year history, they leave an imprint not just of their own style, but of their entire cultural moment.Artists Discussed:Eddie CantorBing Crosby and the Andrews SistersThe CrystalsElla FitzgeraldFred AstaireThe Jackson FiveBruce SpringsteenJustin Bieber Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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The first time you hear "Santa Claus is Coming to Town," it probably registers as just another cheery holiday standard. But hiding within this seemingly simple song is a remarkable story of American transformation - musical, technological, and social. Each time artists reimagine the song over its 90-year history, they leave an imprint not just of their own style, but of their entire cultural moment. Artists Discussed: Eddie Cantor Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters The Crystals Ella Fitzgerald Fred Astaire The Jackson Five Bruce Springsteen Justin Bieber Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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