November 2^nd marked the world premiere release of the soundtrack from the beloved Jim Henson produced TV special, Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas. The show first aired December 17, 1977 on HBO and has re-aired numerous times since. Fans have been asking for a release of the soundtrack for many years, which features songs by the legendary Paul Williams, who’s other magical partnerships with Jim Henson resulted in the song “Rainbow Connection.” First week sales have exceeded all expectations and this little muppet is now enjoying a ride up the sales charts!

And that’s not all!

Fathom Events is bringing Emmet Otter to theaters next month! Jim Henson’s Holiday Special will run in over 500 theaters on Dec 10th and Dec 16th.  Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas will be paired with a Fraggle Rock Christmas special to reach the equivalent of a feature-length film. 

 

Artist:  Paul Williams

Title:  Jim Henson’s Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas

Release Date:  11/2/2018

Record Label:  Varèse Sarabande

Genres:  Holiday, Soundtrack, Children’s, Nostalgia

Track Listing: 

1.      The Bathing Suit That Grandma Wore

2.      Jam Session

3.      Ain’t No Hole In The Washtub

4.      When The River Meets The Sea

5.      Bar-B-Que (Jug Band)

6.      Carrots The Dancing Horse 

7.      Bar-B-Que (Yancy Woodchuck)

8.      Dancing Rabbit Act

9.      Squirrel Acrobatic Act

10.   Our World

11.   Brothers

12.   Riverbottom Nightmare Band

13.   Our World-Brothers

14.   Our World-Brothers Club Reprise

15.   When The River Meets The Sea Reprise

16.   Born In A Trunk (Bonus Track)