For the first holiday extravaganza in 2012 (at a snow-covered cabin in the woods), nearly all of the invited guests canceled. The party was a lovable flop, but it launched a tradition that’s continued since, including trips to Bermuda, the North Pole and even outer space.
For this holiday party, Bob and Robin return to the cozy cabin where it all began. The special guests include Taylor Swift, Jenny Lewis, Tarriona "Tank" Ball, Lucy Dacus and more. What could possibly go wrong?
An NPR tradition every New Year's Eve since the 1970s, Toast of the Nation is the perfect audio complement for the occasion. It's festive jazz you can party to, all night long, even on lockdown. The line-up is almost confirmed and it’s sure to be a good time, even without the big audiences.
- Kokoroko, recorded at Royal Albert Hall in London (July 2020)
- The Catherine Russell Trio recorded at Dizzy Club at Jazz At Lincoln Center in NYC (October 2020)
- The Jazz Gallery All Stars, recorded at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC (October 2020)
- Pink Martini, recorded in Portland, Oregon (November 2020)