Best Gifts For Rock Music Fans This Christmas
Whether you’re shopping for new fans or super fans, this list of the best rock music gifts should have something for everyone.
Looking for the perfect gift for the rock fan in your life? These are our picks for the best Christmas gifts for rock music fans this holiday season.
The Beatles: 1964 U.S. Albums In Mono
In celebration of the 60th anniversary of The Beatles coming to America, seven albums from Fab Four originally compiled for U.S. release between January 1964 and March 1965 by Capitol Records and United Artists have been analog cut for 180-gram audiophile vinyl from their original mono master tapes. Out of print on vinyl since 1995, this is a perfect gift for a fan of The Beatles’ early work.
Queen 1 Boxset, Picture Disc, Cassette & 7″ Bundle
Over half a century since its release, Queen’s self-titled debut album has been remixed and restored by Justin Shirley-Smith, Joshua J Macrae and Kris Fredriksson to sound the way the band always wanted it to. A new tracklisting, alternative takes, demos and live tracks have now been added to create the most complete version of this pivotal work. The 6CD + 1 LP Queen I box set contains 63 tracks with 43 brand new mixes, comprising the original album with its intended running order restored, intimate fly-on-the-wall audio of Queen in the studio, demos, rare live tracks, and previously unheard recordings from Queen’s first ever live performance in London, August 1970. Absent from the 1973 release, the song “Mad the Swine” has been reinstated to its original place in the running order. A 108-page book containing handwritten lyrics and memorabilia accompanies the release.
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Voodoo Lounge (30th Anniversary Limited Edition) 2LP + 10″
A new red & yellow colored vinyl edition of Voodoo Lounge to celebrate 30 years since its original release. This album features the singles “Love Is Strong,” “You Got Me Rocking,” “Out Of Tears” and “I Go Wild.” This exclusive edition comes with a bonus 10″ vinyl which includes unreleased tracks “I’m Gonna Drive,” “So Young,” “Jump On Top Of Me,” and “The Storm.”
Tom Petty – Long After Dark 2LP
Newly remastered deluxe edition of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers’ classic 1982 album Long After Dark, featuring “You Got Lucky,” “Change of Heart,” and “Straight Into Darkness.” Pressed on 180-gram vinyl, this 2LP expanded edition includes 12 rediscovered tracks, 7 of which are previously unreleased (highlighted by “Never Be You” and a rockin’ cover of the Troggs’ “Wild Thing”), along with new liner notes by David Fricke.
Weezer (Blue Album) 30th Anniversary Deluxe Edition
Often revered as one of the most important debut albums of all-time, Weezer’s Blue Album celebrates 30 years with an extensive deluxe 3-cd boxset. The album has been newly remastered from the original analog tapes and the set includes 50 total tracks with 36 previously unreleased, including demos, radio recordings, and much more. The boxset comes with four lithographs, a poster for the garage, song-themed sticker sheet, 12-sided dice, and an enamel Bokkus pin.
The Tragically Hip – Up To Here 2024 – 4LP + Blu-Ray Audio
The Tragically Hip’s commemorative boxset of their Diamond certified debut album Up To Here, is the latest installment of special deluxe packages from the band. Up To Here was originally released September 5, 1989, as The Tragically Hip’s first full-length studio album, an introduction that brought them breakthrough success including two Canadian rock radio #1 singles, “Blow at High Dough” and “New Orleans is Sinking” as well earning the band a JUNO Award for “Most Promising Artist” in 1990.
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Frank Zappa – Apostrophe(‘) 2LP + 7″ (50th Anniversary Edition)
Arguably the most popular album in the Frank Zappa catalog, Apostrophe(‘) has consistently been a best-seller. It was Zappa’s first Gold Record Award in the U.S., peaking at #10 on the Billboard 200 chart. The “Don’t Eat The Yellow Snow” single also made the Billboard Top 100 Hits chart, peaking at #87. The success of Apostrophe(‘) brought along a new awareness for Zappa and through the years, the album has been a go-to for most when discovering his music. For the 50th Anniversary, Zappa Records and UMe have compiled a 2-LP + 7-inch expanded “Yellow Snow” color vinyl version featuring the original album newly remastered by Bernie Grundman, session outtakes from the Vault, highlights of the bonus tracks, and a “Don’t Eat The Yellow Snow” single reissue.
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John Lennon – Mind Games
In 2024, the John Lennon Estate and Universal Music celebrated John Lennon’s pivotal and intensely personal 1973 album, Mind Games, with a suite of completely newly remixed and expanded Ultimate Collection editions, offering an immersive, deep listening experience and in-depth exploration of this classic, yet under-appreciated record. Fully authorized by Yoko Ono Lennon and produced by Sean Ono Lennon—who oversaw the production and creative direction—the Ultimate Collection is from the same audio team that worked on the critically acclaimed Imagine and John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band Ultimate Collections.
Def Leppard – Pyromania Super Deluxe Edition 4CD/Blu-Ray
Def Leppard’s 40th anniversary re-issue of Pyromania has been expanded as a 4CD deluxe package containing unheard demos & live shows from the era. Originally released in 1983, the album sold over 10 million copies and earned Def Leppard a prestigious diamond award early in their career. In tribute to this milestone, this deluxe edition has been executive produced by lead singer Joe Elliott and Ronan McHugh with mastering by Andy Pearce. The package expansion includes a blu-ray containing an Atmos mix of the album (overseen by Giles Martin) and a book with rare photos by Ross Halfin and new interviews with band members.
Bon Jovi – Greatest Hits 2 LP
A 2LP edition of Bon Jovi’s best-selling CD compilation, featuring the group’s biggest hits, from “Runaway” to “Livin’ On A Prayer,” “Bad Medicine” to “It’s My Life,” and much more. Limited-edition “gold smoke” color vinyl with one of three unique lithographs included.
Paul McCartney & Wings – One Hand Clapping
In August 1974 Paul McCartney and Wings headed to Abbey Road Studios for the filming of a video documentary and possible live studio album – One Hand Clapping. Despite overwhelming demand for newly recorded material from the biggest band in the world at that time, One Hand Clapping was never officially released… until recently. The 2024 release of One Hand Clapping features the original artwork designed for the project, including a TV sales brochure for the unreleased film at the time, and is the first time the audio for the film—plus several additional songs recorded off-camera—have been officially issued.
Aerosmith – Greatest Hits
For the first time ever, 44 tracks spanning their five-decade career on 180g black vinyl. It features “Dream On,” “Walk This Way,” “Sweet Emotion,” “Crazy,” “Cryin’,” “I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing,” and many more.
Thin Lizzy – The Acoustic Sessions
Thin Lizzy is back with a fresh take on some of their most iconic tracks, marking their first new release in over four decades. This unique acoustic album reimagines beloved songs, offering a stripped-back sound that exposes the core of their songwriting. Original vocals from Phil Lynott are paired with brand-new guitar parts from founding member Eric Bell, creating an entirely new listening experience for fans.
Billy Idol – Rebel Yell (40th Anniversary Expanded Edition) 2LP
Billy Idol’s iconic Rebel Yell album includes the smash hits “Eyes Without a Face,” “Flesh for Fantasy” and “Rebel Yell.” This deluxe reissue features 8 bonus tracks, including the previously unreleased “Best Way Out of Here” and cover of “Love Don’t Live Here Anymore” from the original sessions, plus original demos and the Poolside remix of “Eyes Without a Face.”
The Beach Boys – Christmas Album
The Beach Boys’ Christmas Album features seven-holiday classics and five original tracks, including “Little Saint Nick” and “The Man With All The Toys.” Available on limited edition translucent ruby red color vinyl.
Elton John – Farewell Yellow Brick Road: Memories Of My Life On Tour Book
The book is a full-color celebration of Elton John’s record-breaking, five-year, globe-spanning tour of 330 shows! From the very first show in Allentown, PA in 2018, to the final show in Stockholm in July 2023, readers will get a behind-the-scenes look into every aspect of the incredible tour, including Elton’s dazzling, final performances at Los Angeles’ Dodger Stadium, his record-breaking performance at Glastonbury, his legendary touring wardrobe by Gucci, the beautifully detailed stage design, celebrity guest attendees, official tour photography, and more.
Ringo Starr – Crooked Boy
Written and produced by Songwriter Hall Of Famer Linda Perry, Crooked Boy features four brand-new tracks from Ringo Starr with his trademark vocals and legendary drumming.
Keane – Hopes And Fears 20th Super Deluxe Limited Edition
This deluxe format of Keane’s Hopes and Fears contains a postcard signed by the band and a uniquely numbered commemorative replica ticket. It has the 3CD product which includes the remastered album, previously unreleased demos, b-sides and rarities, plus brand new sleeve notes from the band and original team. In addition, it’s got an exclusive 7” single of brand new track “Love Actually” and unreleased demo version, a Hopes and Fears notebook, 2 newly designed postcards (one of which is signed), a print frame, replica tickets and a newly designed poster of the band.
KISS – Creatures Of The Night Mug
This black, 11oz mug with the KISS logo printed on one side and Creatures of the Night artwork on the other is a great gift for the coffee-drinking Kiss fanatic in your life.
Guns N’ Roses – Appetite for Destruction Oven Mitt Set
Get ready to cook with this Guns N’ Roses oven mitt set featuring the iconic bullet logo donning knives instead of guns this time! Comes with two oven mitts.
