Looking for that perfect gift for someone on your list still? We have great entertainment gift ideas you may not have thought of or can spark some inspiration in that last-minute shopping. Entertainment touches every bit of our lives and we all have our own fandoms and favorites. Finding the perfect gift can be as easy as getting fans a collection of their favorite music, toys from their favorite viral brand, or movies they love. Here are some of our top picks this holiday season!
Ed Sullivan’s Rock & Roll Classics
From the late ‘50s through the early ’70s — families across America gathered around their television every Sunday night to watch The Ed Sullivan Show. And while the country and its music underwent an enormous evolution over the course of those years, the show not only kept up with the times, but it informed them — evidenced by the wide variety of acts fortunate enough to perform live on the stage of Studio 50. From slick-haired snarlers to soulful singing groups to rebellious rockers from across the Atlantic, Ed Sullivan’s musical guests were a who’s who of the era’s popular culture. And today, they’re regarded as some of the greatest artists of all time. The long and winding road of music history is full of forks, but from the 1950s through the early ’70s, one stop was essential: The Ed Sullivan Show.
The acclaimed TV DVD archivists at Time Life invite music lovers and classic TV aficionados to experience the excitement of these once-in-a-lifetime performances in one spectacular DVD collection: ED SULLIVAN’S ROCK & ROLL CLASSICS. From rock ‘n’ roll legends to shimmering soul superstars, The British Invasion to Folk Rock, psychedelic pop, and so much more, Ed Sullivan showcased them all on his Sunday Night variety show, week after unforgettable week. This set brings the very best of these performances together in one memorable 10-disc set, featuring 128 live, uncut performances from the greatest performers and musical icons of the 20th century including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Elvis, The Supremes The Band, The Beach Boys, Bee Gees, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Marvin Gaye, Herman’s Hermits, Buddy Holly, The Jackson 5, Janis Joplin, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, and many many more!
Aside from these legendary performances, ED SULLIVAN’S ROCK & ROLL CLASSICS also features never-before-released full interviews from The History of Rock ‘N’ Roll documentary series, including David Crosby, Felix Cavaliere, Gladys Knight, James Brown, Jerry Lee Lewis, Michelle Phillips, Peter Noone, Roger McGuinn and more, a collectible, full-color 36-page booklet, packed with archival photos and fascinating facts, along with The All-Star Comedy Special, a free bonus DVD which includes performances by the top comedians on The Ed Sullivan Show including Alan King, Flip Wilson, George Carlin, Joan Rivers, Phyllis Diller, Rich Little, Richard Pryor, Rodney Dangerfield and many more. (Available exclusively from Time Life; $119.96).
Yummy World Candy Cane Plush Ornament 4 – PK
From the snowiest gingerbread house in Yummy World comes the Candy Cane Squad Plush Ornaments Holiday 4-Pack! Each of the plush Candy Canes ornaments features the signature Yummy World “googly” eyes and dashed smile. Each candy cane comes with its own Santa hat and elastic band to hang on your Christmas tree or your rear view mirror. Grab your Candy Cane ornaments pack today and spread holiday cheer wherever you go!
Spy Ninja Kits and Gear
Youtube Sensations are inviting your kids to be part of their Ninja crew! With a Ninja Training Bundle, Mission Kit, and books with missions and guides included – there’s so much fun inside. Step inside the virtual reality world and take on the bad guys with the right tools and training. Not only will these sets give your kids a lot of hours of fun gameplay, but encourage them to explore as they learn about being a spy and what’s going on in the world around them.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Concert
Featuring 201 total performances, on ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME IN CONCERT, you’ll be treated to unforgettable performances by the likes of AC/DC, Aerosmith, Alice Cooper, Bon Jovi, Cheap Trick, Chicago, ELO, Fleetwood Mac, Heart, Mick Jagger, Journey, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Paul McCartney, John Mellencamp, Tom Petty, Prince, R.E.M., Paul Simon, Simon and Garfunkel, Bruce Springsteen, Ringo Starr, Sting, James Taylor and U2. Classic rock aficionados will thrill to the once-in-a-lifetime on-stage collaborations including “Born To Run” – Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band and Billy Joel, “Gimme Shelter” – U2 with Mick Jagger, Fergie and will.i.am, “The Weight” – The Band with Eric Clapton, “Teach Your Children” – Crosby, Stills & Nash with James Taylor and Emmylou Harris and “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” – Tom Petty, Jeff Lynne, Steve Winwood, Dhani Harrison and Prince.
And the biggest and best video music collection Time Life has ever produced is now bigger and better than ever with 22 performances from 2018 and 2019 that have never been available before by artists including Bon Jovi, The Cars, Def Leppard, Roxy Music, Stevie Nicks, The Cure, The Moody Blues and more! Also included in this set is a free 3 DVD bonus collection: the complete 25th Anniversary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Concerts an Emmy® award-winning celebration called “the best concerts ever”; it also includes a 36-page Rolling Stone Magazine souvenir booklet commemorating these shows. (Available exclusively at Time Life.com; $119.96)
Yummy World Large Gingerbread Jimmy Christmas Cookie Interactive Plush
What’s that pitter-patter on the roof you hear? It’s Yummy World’s own Gingerbread Jimmy the large Christmas Cookie plush spreading holiday cheer! This 16-inch tall interactive Christmas cookie plush comes with the signature Yummy World “googly” eyes and dashed smile. Gingerbread Jimmy is the first Yummy World plush to come with interactive accessories! Gingerbread Jimmy comes with removable and repositionable accessories including a Santa hat, bow tie, peppermint buttons, mustache and googly eyes! All accessories can be detached and rearranged in any festive spirit you choose. Put him under your tree today!
Forever ’60s
Only Time Life could bring music lovers such a variety of musical magic, including original hit recordings such as “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” by The Beach Boys, “Cherish” by The Association, “Can’t Take My Eyes off You” by Frankie Valli, “These Eyes” by The Guess Who, “Put a Little Love in Your Heart” by Jackie DeShannon, “Oh, Pretty Woman” by Roy Orbison, and so many more. Other iconic performers of the time includes the best-loved hits from Bobby Darin, Dionne Warwick, Elvis Presley, The Monkees, Neil Sedaka, The Rascals, Sony and Cher and more! FOREVER 60s also includes a FREE bonus CD “Motown’s ‘60s Classics” that includes hits from The Supremes, Four Tops, The Temptations and Stevie Wonder, along with a collectible 24-page booklet featuring photos and stories about the artists and their timeless ‘60s songs. (Available exclusively on Time Life; $149.95)