Spotify Playlist: Deck the Yinzer Halls
Your favorite timeless classics, covered by local musicians and bands, plus a few new tunes, too: Whether you're trimming the tree, hosting a party, or just cozying up with a cup of hot cocoa, these hometown hits will bring a touch of Pittsburgh pride to your holiday season.
Featured Songs:
Gene The Werewolf - “All I Want for Christmas”
Mariah, who? Local rock band, Gene The Werewolf gives a lively spin to the R&B hit.
JM the Poet, Livefromthecity, Jordan Montgomery - “Santa Got Jacked”
You better watch out; the hip-hop musicians in this unique tune may or may not be planning on robbing Santa.
Bastard Bearded Irishmen - “Must Be Santa”
A festive, whiskey-soaked party of a cover song that perfectly embodies the band’s rowdy, celebratory spirit.
Boilermaker Jazz Band - “Holly Jolly Christmas”
In this warm, toe-tapping interpretation of the beloved Christmas classic, The Boilermaker Jazz Band captures the joy and nostalgia of the holiday season.
Pittsburgh Symphony Brass - “Wexford Carol”
Albeit a cover, with a Pittsburgh reference right in the title, how could this sweeping traditional Christmas hymn not be included in a City of Bridges-themed holiday playlist?
Punchline - “All Hopped Up On Jingle Bells”
Festive cheer with a dash of mischief, perfect for anyone looking to add a little edge to their holiday.
Michael J. Warren - “Mary, Did You Know?”
Pittsburgh native Michael J. Warren provides a soulful and deeply moving rendition of the beloved tune, while his smooth, heartfelt vocals bring a fresh emotional depth to the song.
Princess Jafar - “Home Emoji Number Four Christmas Tree Emoji”
Found on Princess Jafar's Christmas is Cancelled 2023, the local artist says of the release, “This is in no way a traditional Christmas album, but you're sure to hear many of your favorite yuletide moments sprinkled throughout the six tracks!”
Halloway - “A Christmas Song”
Halloway’s signature indie-folk style shines through “A Christmas Song,” combining gentle instrumentation with an earnest delivery that feels both intimate and universal. It’s a modern holiday song with timeless appeal.
Hiding from Helicopters - “I Still Don't Want Anything for Christmas”
The third installment in BENNTY’s annual last-minute December holiday EP series, created under the rule of starting no songs before December 4, expanded into a full album and marked the debut of his band with Daniela Surra, Hiding from Helicopters, featuring a holiday-themed retrospective on 2020.
Want to recommend a Pittsburgh-based musician or band for us to consider in a future roundup? Email us their Spotify link!