Yep, The Magnetic Fields can be a bummer, especially on Christmas. With that being said, it doesn’t get any more sad than “Mr. Mistletoe,” a heartbreakingly somber tune about a man without love, who denounces the “magical” plant and refers to it as a “useless weed.” It’s kind of funny at times, but mostly a downer. One must always keep in mind though, it’s what Merritt and company do best. The track is from their forthcoming album, Distortion, and it’s a great song, but dammit, I am depressed now!

Distortion is due out on Nonesuch on 1/18. Pre-order your copy now.

Ok, ok…time to snap out of it! For some uplifting goodies, check out: Sweet Chocolate Typography from Holland, courtesy of our friends, Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction. An awesome Holiday Interview Series from the great kids at My Old Kentucky Blog. A killer recipe for Pecan-Rum-Pie over at Sailor Jerry, and X-mas time XTC, thanks to the spirited and gracious You Ain’t No Picasso.

Merry Christmas!

Magnetic Fields – Mr. Mistletoe

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