Wir warten auf's Christkind…
Die Toten Hosen · 1998
58 min · 20 tracks · punk
A spirited punk rock twist on classic holiday tunes, brimming with energy and irreverence.
Why this album works
The album became a staple of the holiday season in Germany, reaching high positions on the charts and solidifying Die Toten Hosen's cultural impact within the festive music landscape. Its unique blend of punk rock and Christmas classics influenced other artists to explore similar genres for holiday-themed releases.
- Career context
- By the time 'Wir warten auf's Christkind...' was released in 1998, Die Toten Hosen had firmly established themselves as a leading force in German punk rock since their debut in 1983. This album marked a playful departure from their usual sound, showcasing their ability to reinterpret traditional Christmas songs through a punk lens, demonstrating their versatility.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Deus· Guano Apes· Beatsteaks· Bela B· Reamonn· Duran Duran· Björk· U2
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ave Maria 1:55
- 2 Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht 1:50
- 3 Ihr Kinderlein kommet 1:40
- 4 Oh Tannenbaum 1:19
- 5 Merry X‐Mas Everybody Standout 3:18
- 6 Weihnachtsmann vom Dach 4:01
- 7 Auld Lang Syne 2:31
- 8 The Little Drummer Boy 3:48
- 9 Leise rieselt der Schnee 2:54
- 10 Alle Jahre wieder 1:27
- 11 Frohes Fest 3:40
- 12 White Christmas 3:48
- 13 Weihnachten bei den Brandts 3:41
- 14 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing 2:19
- 15 We Wish You a Merry Christmas Standout 3:06
- 16 In Dulci Jubilo 5:28
- 17 Happy Xmas (War Is Over) Standout 2:37
- 18 Jingle Bells 3:08
- 19 I Wish It Could Be Christmas Every Day 3:51
- 20 Still, Still, Still 1:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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