Crawl Town - If You’re Alone This Christmas (Single Review)
How do you feel about cats and Christmas? Personally, I’m more of a dog person, but I’ve got a handful of friends who are full-on cat lovers. And Christmas? Well, who doesn't love the holidays—family, friends, and a whole lot of festive cheer. But, just for a moment, picture this: you're a cat, it’s Christmas, and you’re feeling a bit... lonely. What does a lonely cat do for Christmas? Well, this festive number from Crawl Town, If You’re Alone This Christmas, answers that question with a sweet, feline perspective.
The song is a heart-warming, yet light-hearted, feline "cat call" that encourages you not to get too bogged down by the loneliness of the season. The lyrics offer comfort from a furry friend to other furry friends: “If you're alone at Christmas, give me a purr, we'll eat dreamies all day, I'll share my water with you, and then in the evening, we'll sit by the fire for an hour or two.” It’s a beautiful little slice of Christmas cheer, perfect for anyone feeling a bit left out during the holidays, especially if you’re a cat.
The song was written in memory of Rio, a cat who, unfortunately, passed away in 2022. Rio’s Christmas experience, filled with loneliness, inspired Crawl Town to pen this track as a way to honour her. So, if you're looking to ease the lonely cat blues this Christmas, this song might just be the remedy.
Clocking in at a tidy 3 minutes and 22 seconds, If You’re Alone This Christmas is a delightful indie Christmas tune. Crawl Town’s Adam Clarkson (Captain Dangerous/Stuart Pearce) and Tom Brown (Teenage Tom Petties/Rural France/Lone Striker) bring their signature indie style, with a mix of jangly guitars, strings, drums, and, believe it or not, a bit of flute. This isn’t just a song; it’s an indie Christmas anthem that brings joy and a touch of whimsy to your festive playlist.
And let’s not forget the accompanying video—this one is a must-watch. Crawl Town, true cat enthusiasts, really tap into the growing issue of cat loneliness and the importance of feline well-being. This Christmas, they’re not just spreading musical joy; they’re raising awareness, too.
The track drops on Bandcamp tomorrow, 6th December 2024, via Safe Suburban Home Records, and if you’re into indie Christmas tunes or just want to give a nod to your furry friends, this one’s definitely worth a spin. After all, no one wants to see cats lonely at Christmas, do they?
So, if you’re feeling a little bit lonely this Christmas, let Rio’s spirit and Crawl Town’s If You’re Alone This Christmas remind you that there’s always a way to share the love. Purrfect.
