On November 1, Mariah Carey declared the start of the holiday season by announcing that Christmas music would return. This yearly tradition has sparked a debate about the appropriate timing for playing festive music.
Early Christmas Music Debate
Carey’s announcement has reignited a classic discussion among music enthusiasts and radio staff. While some celebrate the music as a joyful heralding of the holidays, others find it excessively early. Notably, two staff members from All Things Considered, Jonas Adams and Vincent Acovino, expressed their discontent.
- Jonas Adams stated, “It’s too early for the Christmas music. I just took Halloween decorations down.”
- Vincent Acovino emphasized the need to conserve the holiday spirit, saying, “You have to distill that spirit into a week, not two months.”
Personal Perspectives on Christmas Music
Even among those who enjoy Christmas music, there are varying preferences on when to start listening. Producer Elena Burnett, a self-proclaimed Christmas enthusiast, waits until after Thanksgiving. She thinks starting too early diminishes the excitement by Christmas Day.
Erika Ryan takes a more extreme approach, recalling her years in retail. She stated she prefers limited exposure to Christmas music. “It just ruined it for me,” she explained, noting she does not want to deter anyone else’s joy but personally finds it unappealing.
Suggestions for a Balanced Approach
There are diverse opinions about how to approach Christmas music. Some suggest creating space for Thanksgiving in the music lineup. Adams humorously proposed that Carey should consider writing a Thanksgiving song to ease the transition into the holiday spirit.
Conclusion
The debate about when to start playing Christmas music continues to resonate with listeners. Whether you enjoy the early tunes or prefer to wait until after Thanksgiving, the joy of the holiday season unites everyone. El-Balad wishes you a joyful holiday season, even if the festivities are still over a month away.
