STRAY KIDS CHRISTMAS EVEL FULL

Sure, it still references the kind of things you’d bet money on featuring in a Christmas song, but it swaps happiness for Grinch-like scorn and traditional festive sounds for funky hip-hop grooves. The answer is obvious as soon as the opening track ‘Christmas EveL’ begins – subvert expectations and do things, as always, their own way.

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But when Stray Kids announced their festive single album ‘Christmas EveL’, it raised an interesting question – how does one of K-pop’s most inventive groups keep their creative streak intact while crafting something fitting for their fans to listen to as they count down to December 25?

STRAY KIDS CHRISTMAS EVEL FULL

Although some Yuletide classics dip into more melancholy stockings, a holiday release is likely to be cheerful and full of joy.

Bubbling Under Hot 100.With Christmas-themed releases, you often know what you’re going to get – a few jingle bells here, some lyrics about presents, trees and snow there.

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