Name: Christmas Love
Brand: The Dears

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

DGB2201

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2020-12-11

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Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Orchard

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

842803022014

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1 / 7" / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

The Dears

Genre US

Rock-Pop

Label US

Dangerbird

The Dears are an indie rock group hailing from Montréal, Québec, Canada. Formed in 1995, they have been active for over two decades and continue to captivate audiences with their unique sound. Drawing inspiration from various genres such as post-punk and shoegaze, The Dears have carved out their own distinct style that sets them apart from their contemporaries.

With a discography spanning several critically acclaimed albums, The Dears have solidified themselves as one of the most influential bands in the Canadian music scene. Their introspective lyrics and emotive melodies resonate deeply with listeners, creating a powerful connection between the band and their fans.

Often compared to other notable indie rock acts like *The Stills*, *Plants and Animals*, and *Wolf Parade*, The Dears have established themselves as trailblazers within the genre. Their live performances are known for their energy and passion, leaving concert-goers mesmerized by the raw talent on display.

"Natalia had the idea to write a song around Christmas and we had this one unfinished track sitting around from the Lovers Rock sessions. We went back and forth on the lyrics and it came together pretty easily and quickly. It was kind of strange singing about “snowplowts” during a heatwave in the summer. 

We wanted to avoid some clichés like chestnuts and sleighs or whatever. Instead it’s a very simple love song about how sometimes that time of year can highlight who you really want to be with and how that brings a huge smile to one's face as well as the warmest feeling. This is what we hope happens when people hear this song. 

When it was all done we sent it off to our guy João for mastering and I called our old pal Joe Ollmann to draw the cover. 

For the B-side I worked out a version of O Little Town Of Bethlehem. It’s something from my childhood and probably the first song I ever sang publicly in front of an audience. It’s a little personal; I just want my mother to hear it. It’s such a beautiful unforgettable melody that’s really up my alley. Although it comes off pretty religious it’s really about peace and love which I hope is something we can all get behind." - Murray A. Lightburn

Christmas Love

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