This week I’m joined by Jason Doncis, producer of State of Amorica and a proud Patreon Mixtaper, and together we’re curating a festive playlist filled with our favorite Christmas and holiday songs released after 1980!

While holiday music is often associated with timeless classics from earlier decades, we’re shining a spotlight on the modern era of seasonal songs—from ’80s staples and ’90s gems to 2000s pop hits and recent indie favorites. Whether it’s a new take on a beloved traditional tune or an original track that’s become a holiday essential, these songs bring the joy, nostalgia, and warmth of the season with a fresh twist.

So pour yourself a glass of eggnog, cozy up by the fire, and join us as we unwrap a mix of post-1980 holiday tunes that are perfect for your next Christmas party, winter road trip, or relaxing night in. It’s a playlist that blends the spirit of the season with the sound of the decades that followed—and it just might become your new holiday tradition!

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SIDE A

• Run DMC – Christmas In Hollis
• Brian Setzer Orchestra – Jingle Bells
• George Thorogood & The Destroyers – Rock n’ Roll Christmas
• Bryan Adams – Run Rudolf Run
• Brad Paisley – Santa Looked A Lot Like Daddy
• John Mellencamp – I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus
• AC/DC – Mistress For Christmas
• Twisted Sister – Oh Come All Ye Faithful
• Dropkick Murphys – The Season’s Upon Us
• No Doubt – Oi To The World!

SIDE B

• BB King & John Popper – Back Door Santa
• Ringo Starr – Come On Christmas, Christmas Come On
• Billy Squier – Christmas Is The Time To Say I Love You
• Reliant K – The Twelve Days Of Christmas
• The Aquabats – Holiday Road
• The Waitresses – Christmas Wrapping
• U2 – Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)
• TLC – Sleigh Ride
• Tom Petty – Christmas All Over Again
• Owl City (w/ Toby Mac) – Light Of Christmas