If you’re reading this, then it’s probably no surprise to you that I’m a little bit more than a casual fan of these festive weeks of the year. Instead of getting mad and putting on the Grumpy Cat face when the Holiday Music starts rolling out in October each year, I tend to get mad at the people who get mad about the music. After all, despite what those stock articles that sites like HuffPo seemingly break out each year like clockwork say, “Christmas Creep” as they call it is not a new thing (ELVIS’ first Christmas album was released on October 15, 1957), and I say “bring it on!” Even as I write this, it’s mid-November and not only is our tree up, but all of Rock Father HQ has been decorated inside and out, right down to my girls’ Step2 playhouse. It almost goes without saying that my #Griswolding has been soundtracked, and this year it’s gotten a big boost with the JBL Charge 2 Bluetooth Speaker – one of the finest portable speakers that I’ve ever had the pleasure of owning (and I’ve had a few). But, this is the Season of Giving, and #GiftingAudio is a can’t-lose affair for those special people on your list. Not only does JBL have a great Gift Guide of their own, they’ve teamed-up with THE ROCK FATHER and some other great sites for a Holiday Wish Guide Giveaway in which thirty (yes, 30!) winners will receive some fantastic speakers just-in time for the Holiday Season.
Now, I’d assume that everything I’ve said up until this point would indicate this, but just so we’re clear – I have a Holiday Music collection that’s probably more than a little above average in size. CDs, vinyl, digital – I’ve got more variety than you’ll hear on any radio station (terrestrial or satellite), and it’s a multi-genre presentation – one that grows each year.
While I’d like to think that I do a pretty good job of highlighting some of the good stuff in my annual Holiday Music Shopping List, here’s my top five favorite new releases – each of which has filled the air of my home through the JBL Charge 2 – in no particular order:
- John Schneider & Tom Wopat – HOME FOR CHRISTMAS (The Dukes of Hazzard!)
- Various Artists – RAGNAROK JULETIDE (Metal!)
- Seth MacFarlane – HOLIDAY FOR SWING! (Creator of FAMILY GUY!)
- Idina Menzel – HOLIDAY WISHES (FROZEN!)
- Various Artists – CHRISTMAS RAP (1987 Vinyl Reissue)
While I’ve rocked the house while decorating, I’ve also been doing a ton of Holiday shopping from right here in my office, and when it comes to #GiftingAudio (this is where I hope that certain people aren’t reading this post), JBL.com is where it’s at – with the best selection of Bluetooth speakers, along with FREE Ground Shipping, 30-day returns and lifetime product support. Rock Father-approved!
Ready for a chance to WIN?
15 lucky readers will receive the JBL Charge 2 (ARV$149.95 each), while 15 more will receive the JBL Flip 2 (ARV $79.95 each). You may enter below, with the promotion winding down at 11:59pm ET on December 10, 2014. Please see full Terms & Conditions below, and note that THE ROCK FATHER is not responsible for shipping or prize fulfilment.
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