Think you’ve heard every Christmas song on earth a million times since Halloween? Think again! These headbanging Christmas covers and original rock Christmas songs are here to turn your holiday up to eleven.
Twisted Sister – “Oh Come All Ye Faithful”
Bet you won’t believe what year this hair-metal Christmas cover video was made. Though it looks like it’s straight out of the ’80s, this Twisted Sister video was actually made in 2006. Turn it up, marvel at their talent for time travel, and rock your way through Christmas.
El Vez – “Feliz Navidad”
If Elvis were a punk rocker from Mexico, his name would be El Vez. Punk rock energy and fuzzed out guitar riffs make this version of “Feliz Navidad” a rocking holiday treat.
James Brown – “Soulful Christmas”
Though he is widely known as a “Sex Machine,” the Hardest Working Man in Show Business also has three funky, soulful Christmas albums under his belt. Let James Brown’s incredibly contagious energy give you the boost you need to get through the holidays.
Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings – “Ain’t No Chimneys in the Projects”
Sharon Jones’ sound is a blast from the past of soul, with a few modern twists thrown in. Give this tune a spin for a smooth, soulful, retro Christmas vibe that is effortlessly cool.
The Ramones – “Merry Christmas (I Don’t Want to Fight Tonight)”
For some, the holidays can be a stressful time, especially if you find yourself in disagreements with loved ones. Luckily, punk pioneers the Ramones created their own rock Christmas classic in 1987 with “Merry Christmas (I Don’t Want to Fight Tonight)” just for those times. Not even legendary punks want to fight on Christmas.
Weezer – “We Wish You A Merry Christmas”
California pop punks Weezer are serving up the figgy pudding in this cover of “We Wish You a Merry Christmas”. In 2008, Weezer recorded six Christmas cover songs, so there is more where this came from.
Sufjan Stevens – “Holly Jolly Christmas”
Indie superstar Sufjan Stevens is a Christmas fanatic. He has recorded 10 Christmas albums so far, and many more could be on the way. Whether you dig twee folk sounds or electronic pop, something from Stevens’ prolific holiday rock catalog is sure to tickle your fancy.
Do you have any favorite rock Christmas songs? Share them with us in the comments below!
Megan L.