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Holly Jolly X'masu

Oct 30, 2024

Welcome to episode 124 of Holly Jolly X'masu! In this episode, I talk about Hiroko Williams’ 2016 album, “My Room For Christmas.”

Hiroko Williams – My Room For Christmas – 2016

I hope you enjoyed “My Room For Christmas” as much as I do. It’s such a fantastic album, and Hiroko Williams is absolutely amazing. She’s had a fascinating career, and learning...


Oct 25, 2024

Welcome to episode 123 of Holly Jolly X'masu! In this episode, I talk about Mami Horie’s 2010 album, “The Swingin’ Christmas.”

Mami Horie – The Swingin’ Christmas – 2010

I hope you liked Mami Horie’s album as much as I do. There are some real gems here, and I’m glad I was finally able to share it with you. I can’t help but wonder about what...


Oct 18, 2024

Welcome to episode 122 of Holly Jolly X'masu! In this episode, I talk about the 1997 compilation, “Winter Gift Pops.”

Various Artists – Winter Gift Pops – 2006

I hope you enjoyed “Winter Gift Pops.” It’s a fun album and one I’ve been looking forward to sharing. As hard as I tried to get this episode out before the end of September, life got in the...


Sep 25, 2024

Welcome to episode 121 of Holly Jolly X'masu! In this episode, I talk about Yasuko Agawa’s 1990 album, “Come In Christmas.”

Yasuko Agawa – Come In Christmas – 1990

I hope you enjoyed learning about and listening to Yasuko Agawa. This album was a really pleasant surprise, and it’s one I’ve listened to multiple times since getting it.

I’m still...


Sep 16, 2024

Welcome to episode 120 of Holly Jolly X'masu! In this episode, I talk about Yuzoh Kayama’s 1983 album, “White Christmas.”

Yuzoh Kayama – White Christmas – 1983

I hope you enjoyed Yuzoh Kayama’s “White Christmas.” He’s been a massive star in Japan since the 60s. One difficulty I had writing this episode was the fact that there’s such a...