The Christmas Song
(Chesnuts Roasting On An Open Fire)
Released: 1982 (Warner Bros.)
Written by: Mel Tormé & Robert Wells
Produced by: Jay Graydon
Album: N/A (single only release)
It's already been determined 'round these parts that the early '80s combination of singer Al Jarreau with producer/guitarist Jay Graydon was a perfect storm of pop goodness. During that time, the two lifted the lazy shuffle groove of "Teach Me Tonight" from the album Breakin' Away and applied it to a holiday single.
A Christmas song so good it's titled "The Christmas Song." Jarreau's and Graydon's contributions are immediately recognizable. And while no credits are listed, that's gotta be Toots Thielemans with the sweet harmonica solo.
So as my Christmas gift to you, my few but faithful readers, here's a rip from my personal copy of the promo single (all photos here of that 45, as well). Enjoy and Merry Christmas.
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