There are numerous rock and roll Christmas classics. Think about it "2000 Miles", "Father Christmas", "Merry Christmas Baby" are just three of the songs you will hear about 15 times each before December is done. This isn't a bad thing of course but it is predictable. Much like The Pogues "Fairytale of New York".
"Fairytale" isn't exactly found on every radio station. Its a darker more sad type song but the tradition of it remains the same. Its a classic and amazingly enough it is 25 years old. Forgive me for saying this but i thought it older. Could it be that was just 25 years ago when Kristy MacColl whined out these words? Yup.
So what's the best way to celebrate? Re Release!!! Prepare yourself for the holiday re-release of the track in a variety of different formats.
Digital Bundle and & 7in vinyl with the new artwork
The digital Bundle will consist of the Master, instrumental and Video which will be @99p each or £1.49 for the bundle
The 7in will be realised in all good stores in the UK and US!
The digital Bundle version will be released 26th November 2012
The vinyl will be released on the 3rd of December 2012
In addition, the band will celebrate their 30th anniversary on Thursday, December 20 at London's O2 with special guests Frank Turner and the Sleeping Souls. No word on the US as of yet.