ThisNext

from Amazon:

Although it initially seems like another stopgap release to allow the Smithereens time to write a dozen new songs (especially since the band's last album was a track-by-track replication of Meet the Beatles), this Christmas set of predominantly covers, is a rousingly successful project that hopefully won't be dusted off just one month a year. Lead singer Pat DiNizio wraps his husky voice around a smartly selected collection of classic seasonal rockers such as "Run Rudolph Run" and "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree," along with more obscure fare. It's the latter that makes this such a delight, as the band tears into rugged re-workings of the Ramones' "Merry Christmas (I Don't Want to Fight Tonight)," the Who's crunchy "Christmas" (from Tommy) and even a rare Beatles track grabbed from the Liverpool band's '60s fan club only discs. Brian Wilson's "Merry Christmas, Baby" receives an appropriately sunshiny Beach Boys work-out and even the creaky "Auld Lang Syne" hops on a surfboard for arguably the rocking-est version of the clichéd sing-along ever. Three originals sound like typically rugged Smithereens songs that just happen to have Christmas lyrics. They offer further proof that this isn't just a dashed-off batch of wintery fare to keep the band's name active until an official new album. Rather, it deserves consideration as one of the finest entries in the Smithereens' already impressive catalog. --Hal Horowitz

Updated Nov 17, 2008

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

Comment

This is:

Honesty Stamps

First to recommend

Description

from the site:

Truth, honesty and the deepest form of sincerity are always close at hand with these Honesty Stamps. There are now 8 versions available:

1. All I ask for is one last chance

2. In all my life I've never met anyone as beautiful as you

3. I sincerely apologise for all the trouble I've caused

4. I swear on my mother's grave I'll never do that again

5. I know in the past I've found it difficult to say these words but I LOVE YOU

6. What do you mean I'm always too busy?

7. You're right, the key to a strong relationship is communication.

8. Set of two Stamps - It wasn't my fault! & But I've changed!

Updated Nov 11, 2008

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

Comment

This is:

Holiday-scented Smencils

First to recommend

6 people recommended this item

Description

One of my kids' FAVORITE products- yummy smelling Smencils (made from recycled newspaper, fyi and a great fundraising idea- check the smencils homepage for info) is now available in cinnamon, candy cane, sugar plum, gingerbread & sugar cookie.

Perfect stocking stuffer!

Updated Oct 24, 2008

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

2 comments

This is:

Ultimate DIY Pocket Protector

First to recommend

Description

As all good nerds know, the key to a successful revenge plan is in the accessories. This awesome pocket protector not only holds everything from laser pointers to flash drives but also has an assortment of stickers to pimp it out. And the coolest thing of all? Two words. Secret compartment.

Updated Aug 30, 2008

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

Comment

This is:

USB CHRISTMAS COMPUTER KIT

2 people recommended this item

Description

Your USB powers the light set and you get a festive tree and mouse to boot (please don't miss that pun.... I rarely come up with them these days.)

Festive and fun.

Updated Dec 9, 2007

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

Desk Decorating

Comment

This is:

PRO THUMB WRESTLING

8 people recommended this item

Description

I own two of these. That's how much use they get at parties. There have been actual LINES that have formed to play. I know, I was a little shocked and disturbed too....

Great price for anything from an office party or hostess gift to a back-seat-child-entertainment system.

Updated Jan 1, 2008

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

Comment

This is:

"You Rock" Stick-it Notes

First to recommend

Description

Knock Knock has a whole great line of post-it notes that add that little somethin' somethin' to the mundane task of jotting down notes. So now you can scribble down "de-worm the dog" with a smile.

Updated Dec 6, 2007

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

Comment

This is:

Wine Wedge

10 people recommended this item

Description

This rubber wedge has been created to help stakc bottles and cans in neat, space saving formations. So Smart!

Updated Nov 7, 2008

For people who like:

Comment

This is:

Barenaked for the Holidays

4 people recommended this item

Description

This CD, by the Barenaked Ladies, has one of the greatest yet most unheard Christmas tunes ever- Elf's Lament, from the movie "Elf." Oh. My. God. I love that song.

The whole album is great. To check out the song on youtube, click the link... (via Elf's Lament on YouTube)

Updated Nov 17, 2008

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

Comment

This is:

DAILY MOOD TRACKER MOUSEPAD

2 people recommended this item

Description

In the whole "want vs need" debate that constantly writhes around in my head like a bad mental jello-wrestling match (think Oldie vs the young hotties in Old School.... sexy for 4 seconds until the camera pans to him... then you just kind of want to look away), I would place this closer to "want." Anyone with any kind of psyche training who knows me, however, would probably slide it towards "need."

So fine. I'll buy it. If the imaginary therapist's voice in my head insists. I'm a people pleaser, after all. Even if they're invisible people.

Updated Jun 30, 2008

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

Comment

This is:

Viewing 11-20 of 141 Items

tatorandtots

2009 Maven

As-is. That about describes me.

Sites

Give tatorandtots a compliment

ThisNext: Become a Member

Shopping ideas just for you
It's easy and free
Takes less than a minute

Lists

2009 Maven

Who Wants a Cool, Creative Wedding? I DO!

Updated Sep 13, 2009

2009 Maven

Healthy Kids' Lunches the Bento Box Way

Updated Sep 13, 2009

I just read a NY Times article on the bento box lunch trend and am going to give it a whirl. Off I go to peruse the net for...

2009 Maven

How to Host a "Dexter" Party

Updated Sep 24, 2009

A cool Halloween theme for a bloody good time or a great way to open Season Four on Sun., Sep. 27th.

Explore

Search

Holidays '08: The Office Kris Kringle List - a list by tatorandtots

Options for This Page

For people who like:

This is:

Viewing 11-20 of 141 Items

Description

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

This is:

Description

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

This is:

Description

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

This is:

Description

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

This is:

Description

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

This is:

Description

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

This is:

Description

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

This is:

Description

For people who like:

This is:

Description

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

This is:

Description

Lists that feature this:

For people who like:

This is:

Viewing 11-20 of 141 Items

Sites

ThisNext: Become a Member

Lists

Updated Sep 13, 2009

Updated Sep 13, 2009

Updated Sep 24, 2009

Updated Sep 8, 2009

Updated Sep 13, 2009

ThisNext Information