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Pat Boone is Sharing The Spirit Of Christmas

PAT BOONE is the number ten all-time top recording artist according to Billboard magazine. From the 1950s forward, he has sold nearly 50 million records and had 38 Top Ten hits, Gold and Platinum records. PAT BOONE rates at number 6 among artists with the most consecutive Top Ten hits, number 10 with the most […]

PUMP IT UP MAGAZINE CHRISTMAS PLAYLIST

Tune in everyday on Pump it up Magazine RADIO The only Christmas playlist you will ever need to get in the festive spirit ! From 8.00pm to 11.00pm(PST) to listen to the best Pop/Dance/R&B/Soul/Jazz  Christmas | Holiday Songs  

Shades of Christmas – 13 sparkling new arrangements of Christmas favorites!

A diverse group of the best Jazz musicians in L.A. and beyond have come together to create this innovative collection of 13 sparkling new arrangements of Christmas favorites with an international Jazz flair. Featured artists include: Russel Ferrante, David Diggs, Bob Mintzer, Rachel Diggs, Kait Dunton, Eric Brenton, Bobby Rodriguez, Matt Harris, Bob McChesney, Dave Siebels, Domenic Genova, and Stewart W. Foster.

Freda Payne Pairs with Johnny Mathis  For Chemistry Loaded First Time Ever Gershwin Duet  “They Can’t Take That Away From Me”

Freda Payne and Johnny Mathis, that is – chemistry and musicality abounded as they breathed delicious life into George & Ira Gershwin’s classic, “They Can’t Take That Away From Me.” As tantalizing sneak peek evidence of Freda Payne’s first project since 2014’s acclaimed Come Back to Me Love, the sound of these legends’ voices together on one mic for the first time anywhere/anytime is a treat for the ears and hearts of all, arriving just in time to warm them for the holidays…a season of love, sharing and wistfulness as special for the singers as it is their ardent fans.

Music Review: Kylie Sutton’s Incredible Version of Jingle Bell Rock

The spirited energy of the youthful songstress Kylie Sutton definitely puts a star atop of this holiday season with her rendition of Jingle Bell Rock. Originally released by Bobby Helms in 1957, the lovely 8-year-old Kylie Sutton brings her own vibe to this Christmas classic that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Kylie Sutton’s […]

Angie Whitney – Mary Did You Know – A spiritual food for your soul.

Times have changed so much, music has changed so much, but some records still sound pretty good with their warm nostalgic sound. “Mary Did You Know” is a Christmas Classic radiating from the deeply felt guitars and vocal performance of Angie Whitney. But just as importantly, Angie’s version boasts a breathtaking immediacy, which isn’t surprising […]

Drivetime – “Love Has Found You” featuring Justin Guarini

Drivetime give themselves a hard task in making an entire song with saxophones, electric guitars and a piano, but still make it sound pretty easy. You have to be versatile and well-rehearsed with your instrument if you want to make an effortless song like this sound interesting. Their holiday single “Love Has Found You” featuring […]