What makes Dead by X-Mas / Nothing New by Hanoi Rocks notable?

The single gained attention for its tongue-in-cheek take on Christmas themes, showcasing the band's unique style that blended humor with hard-hitting music. Although not a commercial hit, it helped solidify Hanoi Rocks' presence in the burgeoning glam rock movement and influenced numerous artists in the genre that followed. Released in December 1981, 'Dead by X-Mas / Nothing New' marked Hanoi Rocks' first single, laying the groundwork for their subsequent rise in the glam rock scene. At this point, the band was still establishing their identity, combining influences from punk and rock into a sound that would later become influential in the early '80s music landscape.

How many songs are on Dead by X-Mas / Nothing New?

Dead by X-Mas / Nothing New has 2 tracks, running approximately 6 minutes.

Dead by X-Mas / Nothing New

Hanoi Rocks · 1981

6 min · 2 tracks · hard rock

A raw blend of glam punk and hard rock, infused with holiday irony and youthful rebellion.

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Dead By X-Mas — This track embodies the band's cheeky critique of holiday sentimentality while delivering a catchy, anthemic chorus that highlights their glam punk roots.
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Nothing New — With its driving guitar riffs and energetic vocals, this song captures the youthful angst and rebellious spirit that defined Hanoi Rocks' early work.

Tracklist

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1 Dead By X-Mas 2:56
2 Nothing New 3:17

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