Mr. Zero’s Annual Xmass Shows x3
Dr. Rox Time Machine Article #106 Dec 2019
By: RLSchwinden aka MrZerr0
For WFNU: St. Paul
So it’s that time again, Christmas time is here again, ain’t been round since who knows when. When I started in the Music Biz back in 1985, I started making Rock ‘N Roll Christmas Cassettes to paly in my store since there were not many Rock ‘N Roll Christmas albums out back then, and in 1999 I started making Christmas CDs. And since 2017 I began to make Rock ‘N Roll Christmas Radio Shows! So now it’s time for Mr. Zero’s Annual Xmass Shows. This year has been a unique opportunity! As I have 3 different radio shows on 2 different stations, pretty cool huh ? So I am going to give you a breakdown on all 3 radio shows … and away we go:
“Hits And History” MrZer0s Annual Xmass Show (Program #14)
16 December 2019 Monday 8am
with host Rick Burnett on Frogtown Radio WFNU .org 94.1 FM
You can hear this on MixCloud.Com
“Little Drummer Boy” Johnny Cash
This was a #24 hit on the Billboard Charts in 1959. He was born J.R. Cash in Kingsland, ARK. Dedicated to Jose L.
“Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer” The Smithereens
This is from 1993. The band was formed in Carteret, NJ, in 1980. Dedicated to my friend Jim the 5th Smithereen.
“Father Christmas” The Kinks
Released in 1977. The Kinks are back for a reunion album and tour in 2020.
“I Believe In Father Christmas” Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Probably my favorite Xmas song, dedicated to my Grandma Marge. Originally released in as a single in 1975 a #2 hit in the UK, this was re-released in 1977.
“Step into Christmas” Elton John
A #10 hit in the UK in 1973. He was born Reginald Kenneth Dwight in Middlesex, Eng. on 25 March 1947. I remember when I 1st heard this in 1993, I thought people today will not remember a “Turntable” ?
“Happy Xmas (war is over) John Lennon & Yoko Ono
A #42 hit on the Billboard Charts in 1971, this is from the “Imagine” album sessions, there is a 2nd version of this song released in 1975.
“Wonderful Christmastime” Paul & Linda McCartney
A #47 hit in 1979. I believe this was the 1st song recorded after ‘Wings’ split up. Dedicated to my father’s wife Sharyl K.
“Another Lonely Christmas” PRINCE
From the flipside of “I Would Die For You” which was #8 in November 1984. From the “Purple Rain” album sessions but not contained on the album. Dedicated to Franco T.
“Santa Baby” Sheila E.
From 2001. She was born Shiela Cecelia Escovedo in Oakland, CA. her father and uncle were both in ‘Santana’ she also dated PRINCE for some time.
“Christmas Vacation” Mavis Staples
This one is dedicated to my Mom. From the film of the same name in 1989. She was born in Chicago, Ill. on 10 July 1939. She was once signed to PRINCE’s ‘Paisley Park Records” I actually saw this film in the theater when it was 1st released.
“2000 Miles” The Pretenders
From 1983. The band was formed in Hereforrd, Eng. though the singer Chrissie Hynde was born in Akron, OH. on 7 September 1951. Dedicated to my friend Matt M.
“Evolation Show” 20 December 2019 8am Friday
On Frogtown Radio WFNU .org 94.1 FM
You can also hear this on MixCloud.Com
“Christmas Time Is Here Again” The Beatles
Originally recorded in 1967 this is the re-mix version from 1995.
The Beatles were formed in 1960 in Liverpool, England and lasted to 1970. Dedicated to my friend “Westside Mikey”
“Christmas” The Who
From the rock opera “Tommy” in May 1969. This is an edited version from the album.
The Who formed in London in 1964.
“Riu Chiu” The Monkees
From their TV Show Episode #47 in Dec. 1967. There are 2 versions of this song this is the 1st version found only on CD. Dedicated to my friends Kurt, Lori and their Son.
“Yesterday’s Christmas” Bobby Sherman
From 1970, there are 2 different versions on this Vinyl Album. Bobby was born 22 July 1943 in Santa Monica, CA. Dedicated to my Son Oblieon.
“My Christmas Card To You” The Partridge Family
From 1971, there are 3 different covers to their Christmas LP. Their Christmas show was Episode #38. The TV show ran from 1970 to 1974 for 96 episodes. Dedicated to my Aunt Cat.
“A Christmas Song” Jethro Tull
This was the B-Side to a 45 single form 1968. The band formed in Lancashire in 1967. At the time of this release Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath) was in Jethro Tull. The REAL Jethro Tull invented the seed drill in 1733. Dedicated to my friend R. D. Acela.
“Miss Christmas” Energy w/ Tommy Bolin
Tommy Bolin had left Zephyr in May 1971 to form the band ‘Energy’ with drummer Bobby Berge. This song is from their then un-released album recorded in 1972. Dedicated to Tommy’s Brother Johnnie.
“Dead By X-mas” Hanoi Rocks
From 1981. This band formed in 1979 in Helsinki, Finland. They are most famous for their Drummer “Razzle” Nicholas Dingley being killed in a car crash with Vince Neil of ‘Motley Crue’ My friend Mikko plays keyboards in Michael Monroe’s solo band.
“That Spirit Of Christmas” Ray Charles
Released in 1985, this song was used in the 1989 film “Christmas Vacation” He was born Ray Charles Robinson 23 Sep 1930in Albany, GA. he passed away on 10 June 2004. Dedicated to Keith J. of MADD Co.
“I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day” Suzy Boggus
This was released as a Promo Only CD Single in 1990. She was born Susan Kay Boggus on 30 December 1956 in Aledo, Ill. Dedicated to Asha Moonglow.
“I Believe In You” Sinead O’Connor
This is a cover of a Bob Dylan song, released in 1992. She was born Sinead Marie Bernadette O’Connor on 8 December 1966 in Dublin, Ireland.
“It Wasn’t His Child” Sawyer Brown
Originally released in 1989, this hit #51 on the Billboard Charts. I found it on a Various CD released in 1992. Sawyer Brown formed in Apopka, Fl. in 1981. Dedicated to my Dad Bill.
“Looking For Christmas” Clint Black
This is from Oct. 1995. He was born Clint Patrick Black in Long Branch, NJ. on 4 Feb 1962. Dedicated to my Uncle Tom S.
“Washington Square” Chris Isaak
From Isaak’s 2004 Christmas album. He was born in Stockton, CA. on 26 June 1956.
“PsychoGello Show” 22 December 2019 7am Sunday
on Radio WDGY St. Paul 740AM, Streaming and FM: 92.1, 103.7, 107.1
You can hear this one at www. MrZer0s.Com -Podcast
“Step Into Christmas” Elton John
I love this song so much it bears repeating. Dedicated to the Godfather of my Son Mark El-D.
“Thank God It’s Christmas”
The B-Side of a Single in 1984 written by “May & Taylor” the band formed in London in 1970. Dedicated to Pat C. the biggest ‘Queen’ Fan I ever met.
“Here Is Christmas” Ann & Nancy Wilson/ Heart/ Lovemongers
Originally released in 1991 as a Cassingle ONLY! This was later re-recorded and re-released. I just saw Ann & Nancy in Oct. in St. Paul. Dedicated to my Sister Carrie.
“That Spirit Of Christmas” Ray Charles
From my favorite scene in the Film “Christmas Vacation”
“Christmas Eve Can Kill You” the Everly Bros.
Released in March 1972 the brothers Phil & Don grew up in Shenandoah, Iowa 2 1/2 hours south of Sioux City, Iowa. They were signed to Columbia Records in 1954.
“I Believe In You” Sinead O’Connor
In late 1978 Bob Dylan began to convert to Christianity (from Judaism) and released this song in August 1979.
“What Child Is This” The Moody Blues
I have always loved this song. This is their original version released in 1992. Dedicated to my friend Jack L.
“Happy Holiday” Enuff ‘Z Nuff
I found this gem during my 4 years at DiscLand. released in 1996. The band was formed in Blue Island, Ill.
“We Three Kings” Spinal Tap
An out take form the film released in March 1984. Having been in a few bands, I can tell you this film is true to life. Dedicated to all the members of: MrZERo, KISSin Time & NeVeR sAy DiE.
There you have it fans, as it’s Mr. Zer0’s 11th Xmas Season in this very location, we were able to bring you something really special.
See you in the New Year: 2020 … until then; MrZerr0
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