Description
Compilation – We Wish You A Metal Xmas And A Headbanging New Year – Double Snow White Vinyl Records
We Wish You a Metal Xmas and a Headbanging New Year is a 2008 heavy‑metal holiday compilation curated by producers Bob Kulick and Brett Chassen that transforms classic Christmas carols into full‑throttle hard rock and metal performances. Each track features a rotating cast of legendary musicians forming unique supergroups—highlighted by appearances from Lemmy Kilmister, Alice Cooper, Ronnie James Dio, Dave Grohl, Tony Iommi, Geoff Tate, Tommy Shaw, George Lynch, Steve Morse, Chuck Billy, Jeff Scott Soto, and many others—infusing traditional songs with their signature sound .
Released on October 14, 2008, the edition contained 16 tracks—including electrifying takes on “Run Rudolph Run,” “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” “Silent Night,” and “Happy Xmas (War Is Over)”
The compilation has received mixed acclaim—praised for its star‑studded lineup and heavy‑metal reinterpretations, especially Lemmy’s gritty “Run Rudolph Run” and the Sabbath‑tinged “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” by Dio and Iommi.
Covering the full spectrum from hard‑rocking anthems to slower, atmospheric renditions, We Wish You a Metal Xmas… is a festive yet heavy soundtrack ideal for fans who want Christmas spirit with a headbanging twist. Let me know if you’d like a breakdown of standout tracks, musician lineups, or where to stream or purchase this metal holiday compilation!
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Track Listing
Jeff Scott Soto, Bruce Kulick, Bob Kulick, Chris Wyse & Ray Luzier – We Wish You A Merry Xmas
Lemmy Kilmister, Billy F. Gibbons & Dave Grohl – Run Rudolph Run
Alice Cooper, John 5, Billy Sheehan & Vinny Appice – Santa Claws Is Coming To Town
Ronnie James Dio, Tony Iommi, Rudy Sarzo & Simon Wright – God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Geoff Tate, Carlos Cavazo, James Lomenzo & Ray Luzier – Silver Bells
Dug Pinnick, George Lynch, Billy Sheehan & Simon Phillips – Little Drummer Boy
Tim ‘Ripper’ Owens, Steve Morse, Juan Garcia, Marco Mendoza & Vinny Appice – Santa Claus Is Back In Town
Chuck Billy, Scott Ian, Jon Donais*, Chris Wyse & John Tempesta – Silent Night
Oni Logan, Craig Goldy, Tony Franklin & John Tempesta – Deck The Halls
Stephen Pearcy, Tracii Guns, Bob Kulick, Billy Sheehan & Greg Bissonette – Grandma Got Ran Over By A Reindeer
Joe Lynn Turner, Bruce Kulick, Bob Kulick, Rudy Sarzo & Simon Wright – Rockin’ Around The Xmas Tree
Tommy Shaw, Steve Lukather, Marco Mendoza & Kenny Aronoff – Happy Xmas (War Is Over)
Doro Pesch, Michael Schenker, Tony Franklin & Frankie Banali – O’ Christmas Tree
Girlschool – Auld Lang Syne
Steve “Lips” Kudlow, Bumblefoot, Chris Chaney & Kenny Aronoff – Frosty The Snowman
Dez Fafara, Doug Aldrich, Blasko & John Tempesta – Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer
