The Bobs have become rather a legend since their formation in 1982. Their self-written original material, which comprises the majority of their repetoire, is caustic, political, and delivers the maximum bang for the buck. 'Too Many Santas' is a raccous wail with a funky groove, 'Rasta Reindeer' bends Beach Boys harmonies around a lamp post and leaves them there. An 'instrumental' version (vocal trumpet) of 'Do You Hear What I Hear, Man' is a rum-soaked bop at the corner bar, which the Bobs do come by honestly (Joe 'Bob' Finetti is an alum of Phil Mattson's P.M. Singers). 'Christmas In L.A.' is a modern standard, the grave insincerity of the lyrics offset by the lounge lizard arrangement, though them chords sure are pretty! The four Bobs - Joe, Richard, Matthew and Janie (yes, one gal) - keep it coming, so this is a Christmas get together you'll want to attend!

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