When people think of Christmas music, they often imagine songs filled with warmth, nostalgia, romance, and celebration. Bells ring, choirs sing, and lyrics focus on home, family, and festive cheer. Yet among these seasonal staples stands a song that refuses to simply comfort or distract. “Happy Xmas (War Is Over)” by John Lennon and Yoko Ono is a Christmas song with a conscience — one that blends celebration with confrontation, hope with responsibility, and melody with messag

Hi, I'm Robbie, and welcome to another episode of Chatting Tracks! Today, we're taking an exciting deep dive into one of the most fascinating albums by The Beatles, Rubber Soul. This album holds a special place in my heart. It was the catalyst that ignited my passion for music and first inspired me to write songs and sing. Back then, Rubber Soul felt revolutionary, and its influence still resonates with me.

The Beatles broke the mould when other bands reserved their best songs for A-sides.

The 1980s saw the former members of The Beatles pursuing their solo careers in various ways, with mixed success. John Lennon,...