Christmas music tends to be pretty polarizing, but we’re firmly in the Love It camp. A bunch of local musicians have been keeping themselves busy in the pursuit of holiday music, too. Here are a few gems we’ve found from our local reserves — from bands that are still knocking around local clubs and those long gone by. Enjoy, and let us know if you know of any others.

Each year at this time, Middle Distance Runner reminds us about their excellent song, XMas Party. And we, in turn, remind you.

D.C. DJ Triobelisk remixed Norwegian indie rock artist Stina Stjern‘s Christmas song, “Give Me Christmas Time”, and turned it into “Give Me Christmas Time To Dance.” Take a listen here.

He’s from Philly, but Adam Arcuragi plays with the guys from These United States from time to time, so we’re counting him as local for the sake of sharing his wonderful tune, “The Christmas Song”.

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