Happy Holidays From Wonderland Burlesque!

Happy Holidays 

From Wonderland Burlesque!

Looks like Joan comes bearing gifts. 

And so very thoughtful.

Yes, 'tis the season to receive. And give. And give. And receive.

Why, think of it as a sex party on the blue chair beach in Puerto Vallarta!

I know Joan does.

Here's hoping you found what you wanted under the tree this year.

And if not? Don't worry, hon...

That's why we have credit cards!

A cup of cheer? A tofurky in the oven?

An afternoon tryst with the bag boy from the Piggly Wiggly?

Whatever! Celebrate the day your way.

- uptonking from Wonderland Burlesque

Camel Cigarettes

Wonderland Burlesque's The 12 Gays Before Xmas / Gay Nine: Everyday Is A Holiday - Katy Perry

Wonderland Burlesque's

The 12 Gays Before Xmas

Gay Nine:

Everyday Is A Holiday - Katy Perry

Yes, I know, I know...

Technically, this one is a commercial.

But then... nothin' says it's the holidays like a little jingle! Am I right?

Especially when that jingle drops for the lips of one of our favorite divas, Ms. Katy Perry!

And I don't know about you, but I, for one, would love to hear a 12" version of this.

Of course... when don't I yearn for 12 inches?

Oh, it's getting closer!

Hope you have found time to prepare.

That mistletoe ain't gonna hang itself, honey.

- uptonking from Wonderland Burlesque

 

Everyday Is A Holiday - Katy Perry

Wonderland Burlesque's The 12 Gays Before Xmas / Gay Seven: Make It Jingle - Big Freedia

Wonderland Burlesque's

The 12 Gays Before Xmas

Gay Seven:

Make It Jingle - Big Freedia

Hard to argue with that booming voice over those booming beats.

Me? I'd do whatever Big Freedia told me to!

Hopefully, that'd get me on the 'nice' list. Lord knows I been spending way too much time on the 'naughty' one!

It's always good to change it up, don't you think? 

Now don't get me wrong... I like being 'popular'. But that kind of popularity comes at a price.

Personally? I think it's easier being 'nice'. 

But then again... I do like to make it jingle!

Ah, 'tis the season.

Love those holiday sounds. You, too?

Then why not make it jingle at your household tonight?

- uptonking from Wonderland Burlesque

Make It Jingle - Big Freedia

Wonderland Burlesque's The 12 Gays Before Xmas / Gay Six: Black And Gold - Sam Sparro

Wonderland Burlesque's

The 12 Gays Before Xmas

Gay Six:

Black And Gold - Sam Sparro

I know, I know...

Black and gold... not green and gold, but black... and gold.

Technically, not an Xmas song.

But... this is the kind of Christmas I would love to partake in. Just once.

So classy. So elegant.

There's something about Mr. Sparro. And that aching throb in the background.

Why, the only thing missing is a Boodles Gin Martini...

And you.

Xmas is where and what you make it.

And speaking of making it...

How's that martini coming along? Daddy's thirsty! 

- uptonking from Wonderland Burlesque

Black And Gold - Sam Sparro

Wonderland Burlesque's The 12 Gays Before Xmas / Gay Five: Holidays - Meghan Trainor feat. Earth, Wind & Fire

Wonderland Burlesque's

The 12 Gays Before Xmas

Gay Five:

Meghan Trainor feat. Earth, Wind & Fire

This little diva is so good, she seems to get whatever she wants!

She certainly has been good to the LGBTQ+ Community - a staunch, vocal supporter almost since day one of her career.

Released in 2020, this is from her first holiday album, filled with both cover songs and originals. It was created during the COVID shutdown and while pregnant with her first child. She said working with Earth, Wind & Fire was a dream come true.

I adore the feelgood vibes of this one. And such a splashy video - capturing all the excitement of this time of year. 

Let's face it... if this one doesn't get you in the holiday mood? You better check your pulse!

Ah, the holidays!

What better time to be of good cheer.

Not feeling it? Fake it, 'til you make it!

- uptonking from Wonderland Burlesque

Holidays - Meghan Trainor feat. Earth Wind & Fire

Wonderland Burlesque's The 12 Gays Before Xmas / Gay Four: Homo Christmas - Pansy Division

Wonderland Burlesque's

The 12 Gays Before Xmas

Gay Four:

Homo Christmas - Pansy Division

I'm a big, long-time fan of these dudes.

They wrote and performed the kind of music I wish I'd had the balls to do.

I loved their D.I.Y. attitude and abilities. They are one of a kind.

Fearless. A slice of gay history. One which deserves to be celebrated.

Unfamiliar? Check 'em out!

Homo for the holidays?

Then why not celebrate your big gay self this holiday season.

Let your true colors shine!

- uptonking from Wonderland Burlesque

Homo Christmas - Pansy Division

Wonderland Burlesque's The 12 Gays Before Xmas / Gay Three: Daddy's Kissing Santa Clause - Havanna Winter

Wonderland Burlesque's

The 12 Gays Before Xmas

Gay Three:

Daddy's Kissing Santa Claus - Havanna Winter

Oh... been there, seen that!

Secretly Gay Dads rock! Especially around the holidays.

Why? Because they have credit cards!

Me? I'll keep my big mouth shut... 

For the right price.

Aww, truth is? I can be so easily bought.

Just get me the all-you-can-eat salad and breadsticks and your secret is safe with me.

Oh, I may keep my mouth shut...

But otherwise? This time of year? 

It's one big open house!

- uptonking from Wonderland Burlesque

Daddy's Kissing Santa Claus - Havanna Winter

Wonderland Burlesque's The 12 Gays Before Xmas / Gay Two: Also It's Christmas - Matt Rogers

Wonderland Burlesque's

The 12 Gays Before Xmas

Gay Two:

Also It's Christmas - Matt Rogers

Didn't I say, I promised you gay?

Well, my dears... it doesn't get much gayer than this.

No half attempts here. No subtle glances or bats of the lashes...

This artist goes all the way!

Now? I really want to visit this Mr. Roger's neighborhood.

Why play hard to get...

When hard you get?

Remember: sprinkles are for winners.

-  uptonking from Wonderland Burlesque

Also It's Christmas - Matt Rogers

Wonderland Burlesque's The 12 Gays Before Xmas / Gay One: DJ Play A Christmas Song - Cher

Wonderland Burlesque's

The 12 Gays Before Xmas

Gay One:

DJ Play A Christmas Song - Cher

This year...

I have decided to have the gayest Xmas ever!

This year, Wonderland Burlesque will be picking twelve queer tracks to lighten and brighten your holiday season.

Up first? Cher, with her first ever holiday offering, from her first Xmas album, ever!

Does it get any better?

Well, stay tuned. 

For the next twelve days?

I do believe it does, my dears.

So hold on to your stockings! 

We have another eleven artists waiting to knock your socks off!

Here's to the first of twelve.

Good thing this is not a drinking game...

Or my halls would be truly decked!

- uptonking from Wonderland Burlesque

DJ Play A Christmas Song - Cher

Happy Holidays From Wonderland Burlesque

Happy Holidays

From Wonderland Burlesque

Yes, today is the big day!

Have a few friends for the holidays.

And you know what they say...

The more? The merrier!

Happy Holidays, my dears.

May all your sugar plum wishes come true.

Enjoy!

- uptonking from Wonderland Burlesque

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays - *NSYNC

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays - Midnight Red

Wonderland Burlesque's The 12 Days Before Xmas: Day Twelve: Every Year, Every Christmas - Luther Vandross

Wonderland Burlesque's 

The 12 Days Before Xmas: Day Twelve

Every Year, Every Christmas - Luther Vandross

Well, we made it, folks. Tomorrow is the big day!

We end this year's 12 Days Before Xmas with the smooth sounds of one of soul's most velvety singers. 

Every Year, Every Christmas is a song written by Luther Vandross and with proven hitmaker, Richard Marx. It appeared as part of his tenth studio album, the 1995 holiday album This Is Christmas. It received moderate rotation on radio and peaked at #32 on Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart.

In 2007, Patti LaBelle would cover the song on her holiday album Miss Patti's Christmas. It included a special tribute to Vandross, who had passed away in July of 2005.

I hope your every holiday desire is fulfilled and that you enjoy a joyous time alone or in the company of loved ones. This has been a fun, soulful stroll through twelve very fine, very unique holiday musical offerings. I hope you've enjoyed it as much as I have.

And trust me, for as long as I'm writing this blog? As the song says, I'll be doing this every year, every Christmas.

Happy holidays, my dears.

 

Every Year, Every Christmas - Luther Vandross

Wonderland Burlesque's The 12 Days Before Xmas: Day Eleven / Santa Claus Wants Some Lovin' - Albert King

Wonderland Burlesque's

The 12 Days Before Xmas: Day Eleven

Santa Claus Wants Some Lovin' - Albert King

The man in red contributes so much to the season... who are we to deny him his one request?

Santa Claus Wants Some Lovin' is a song written by Mack Rice and recorded by blues guitarist Albert King, It was released as a single by Stax Records in 1974.

King, who was known for always playing his signature Gibson Flying V guitar, named 'Lucy', began a long and lucrative association with Stax Records, where he enjoyed his greatest commercial successes. Nicknamed 'The Velvet Bulldozer' because of his smooth singing and large size (he was reportedly 6' 4" or 6' 7", weighing in at 250 lbs.) and because he drove a bulldozer at one of his day jobs early in his career.

He sure does bulldoze he way through this song - so raw and sensual - even I'm tempted to give Santa some of my special milk and cookies!

Santa Claus Wants Some Lovin' - Albert King