Billy Idol - Happy Holidays (Christmas Album) (2006)

Billy Idol - Happy Holidays (Christmas Album) (2006)

Tracklist, Album Covers and Info

"Frosty the Snowman" – 2:28 (Walter "Jack" Rollins, Steve Nelson)

"Silver Bells" – 2:43 (Jay Livingston, Ray Evans)

"Happy Holiday" – 2:04 (Billy Idol)

"Merry Christmas Baby" – 4:09 (Johnny Moore; Lou Baxter)

"White Christmas" – 2:34 (Irving Berlin)

"Here Comes Santa Claus" – 2:02 (Gene Autry, Oakley Haldeman)

"God Rest Ye, Merry Gentlemen" – 2:58 (Traditional)

"Santa Claus Is Back in Town" – 3:22 (Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller)

"Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!" – 2:29 (Sammy Cahn, Jule Styne)

"Winter Wonderland" – 2:21 (Felix Bernard, Richard B. Smith)

"Run Rudolph Run" – 3:03 (Johnny Marks, Marvin Brodie)

"Blue Christmas" – 2:28 (Bill Hayes; Jay Johnson)

"Jingle Bell Rock" – 2:04 (Jim Boothe; Joe Beal)

"Christmas Love" – 4:01 (Billy Idol)

"O Christmas Tree" – 4:33 (Melchior Franck)

"Silent Night" – 2:19 (Franz Xaver Gruber, Joseph Mohr)

"Auld Lang Syne" – 1:21 (Robert Burns)

Billy Idol Band Members / Musicians

Billy Idol – lead vocals

Brian Tichy – guitars, bass guitar, drums

Derek Sherinian – keyboards

Happy Holidays is the 7τη studio album by English rock legend Billy Idol, released on December 4, 2006. Unlike his signature rock releases, this festive album features Idol's renditions of many beloved Christmas classics alongside two original holiday-themed songs: "Happy Holiday" and "Christmas Love".

To bring these holiday tunes to life visually, music videos were created for "Jingle Bell Rock", "Happy Holiday", "White Christmas", and "Winter Wonderland", adding a lively twist to the timeless tracks.

In 2021, Happy Holidays received a refreshing update. A remixed version with a brand-new cover and a slightly different tracklist was released on November 5, 2021, introducing a fresh take on the album. Additionally, this version marked the first time Happy Holidays was available on vinyl, making it a sought-after collector's item for vinyl enthusiasts and fans alike.

With its unique blend of holiday cheer and Idol’s distinctive rock style, Happy Holidays remains a festive favorite for listeners seeking a rock-infused spin on traditional Christmas music.

Personnel on Happy Holidays by Billy Idol

Front and center is Billy Idol himself, delivering spirited lead vocals across the album’s tracks. Joining him are Brian Tichy, who brings his multi-instrumental skills to the project by handling guitars, bass guitar, and drums. Derek Sherinian rounds out the sound with his keyboard expertise.

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