: Unlike versions that focus on the "jolly" aspect, Dean emphasizes the "Romance" part of the album title. It feels like a private moment between two people rather than a public parade. The Legacy of a Holiday Staple
The Smooth Spirit of the Season: Dean Martin’s "Winter Wonderland"
: Dean’s phrasing is legendary. He doesn't rush the lyrics about building a snowman or "conspiring" by the fire; he lets them breathe.
When the snow starts to fall and the air gets that familiar crisp bite, there is one voice that seems to wrap around you like a warm cashmere scarf: . While many have tackled the seasonal classic "Winter Wonderland," Dino’s version remains the gold standard for anyone who likes their holiday cheer served with a side of effortless cool. A Match Made in Mid-Century Heaven
Whether you're actually walking through a snowy landscape or just watching it from your living room, Dean Martin’s "Winter Wonderland" is the ultimate soundtrack for embracing the magic of the season.
Originally written in 1934 by Felix Bernard and Richard B. Smith, "Winter Wonderland" was already a standard by the time Dean Martin recorded it for his iconic 1959 album, A Winter Romance .
Decades later, you can’t walk through a shopping mall or attend a holiday party without hearing that familiar walking bassline and Dean's velvety baritone. It has become more than just a song; it’s a time machine. One play of this track and you’re transported to an era of tinsel-heavy trees, vintage cocktail sets, and a slower, smoother way of celebrating.
: The 1950s production features those sweeping, romantic strings and soft backing vocals that define the "Mid-Century Modern" Christmas sound.
08/29/2012 @ 3:42 pm
I’m actually looking forward to checking this one out. Serbian Film would have been better if not for all the hype surrounding the film. Salo ranks up there with this other film Sweet Movie as beautiful repulsing films I’ll never watch again.
I’m equally repulsed and intrigued by the concept of this film though.