Jingle Bell Rock or Just Plain Nuts?
Is it November yet? Because if you’re like me, the second Halloween candy hits the shelves, you’re already dreaming of sugarplums and chestnuts roasting on an open fire. And by “dreaming”, I mean obsessively searching for which FM station in Chicago is brave (or foolish, depending on your perspective) enough to start blasting Christmas tunes before Thanksgiving.
The Great Chicago Christmas Music Debate
Now, I know what you’re thinking. “It’s too early!” But let’s be honest, there’s nothing quite like sipping hot cocoa, wrapped in a cozy blanket, while Mariah Carey belts out “All I Want For Christmas Is You” in the background. It’s like a warm hug for your ears.
But then there’s the other side of the coin: those who believe Christmas music should be saved for December. They argue that it ruins the magic of the season and that we should savor each holiday individually. Well, I say to them, bah humbug!
Finding Your Festive Frequency
So, where can you find this auditory elixir? Well, the queen of Chicago Christmas radio is undoubtedly 93.9 LITE FM. They’re the ones who usually kick off the holiday cheer early and keep the jingle bells ringing until the New Year. But hey, don’t quote me on exact dates - these radio stations have a habit of surprising us with early snowfalls (or in this case, early Christmas music).
A word of caution: Be prepared to hear “Last Christmas” on repeat. A LOT. It’s like a never-ending loop of Wham! that will either make you want to dance or strangle someone.
How to Survive the Christmas Music Overload
If you're not quite ready to embrace the full-blown Christmas spirit, here are a few tips:
- How to change car radio stations: It's a simple concept, but sometimes it requires a bit of dexterity and quick reflexes.
- How to create a personalized playlist: Skip the radio drama and curate your own Christmas tunes. You can thank me later.
- How to find other holiday-themed entertainment: Dive into Christmas movies, bake festive treats, or wrap presents. Anything to distract yourself from the radio.
- How to meditate: Find your inner peace and ignore the external noise. Or at least try to.
- How to appreciate the holiday spirit: Maybe, just maybe, you'll find yourself humming along to "Jingle Bell Rock" before you know it.
Happy listening (or not)!