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Sick of hearing Mariah Carey sing “all I want for Christmas is you” for the millionth time.  Here’s 5 great alternative songs for the festive season.

Aimee Mann – Calling on Mary

From Mann’s 2008 Christmas Album “One more drifter in the snow” this beautifully melancholic song is perfect for a snowy Christmas evening.

Eels – Christmas is going to the Dogs

Such a funny, rocking Christmas song by the Eels from the album “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas”. Listen to it here

Julian Casablancas – I Wish It Was Christmas Today

Great cover version from the Lead singer of the Stokes from his Debut Album “Phrazes for the Young”

Sufjan Stevens – That Was The Worst Christmas Ever!

With just a gently strummed accoustic guitar and banjo, Sufjan Stevens makes the mundane sound like something quite special on this contemplative christmas song.

Smashing Pumpkins – Christmastime

Alt rock icons the Smashing Pumpkins are most famous for writing some of the best songs of the grunge movement in the 90s. Christmastime is a beautifully melodic ballad.