The Harmonic Anatomy of Christmas with Charlie Puth

December 30, 2025 00:12:54
The Harmonic Anatomy of Christmas with Charlie Puth
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The Harmonic Anatomy of Christmas with Charlie Puth

Dec 30 2025 | 00:12:54

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Show Notes

In this Billboard podcast interview, Charlie Puth joins host Kristen Robinson to explore the musical theory and business behind holiday hits. Puth identifies specific chromatic chord progressions, jazz-influenced melodies, and the use of sleigh bells as the essential elements that define the "Christmas sound." The discussion highlights how the streaming era has turned holiday music into a massive annual industry, allowing older classics to dominate the charts every December. Puth also shares his personal affinity for R&B Christmas tracks and details the rapid, hour-long writing process behind his own festive single. Beyond seasonal music, he reflects on his upcoming album, which emphasizes human vulnerability and organic production over AI-generated perfection. The conversation concludes with a look at the evolving music industry, focusing on the shift from professional pitch-writing to artists crafting cohesive, personal bodies of work.

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