Subscribe to the Holidays

Released in late 2018, Subscribe to the Holidays is a six-track EP that translates Walk off the Earth's viral, DIY aesthetic into the seasonal canon. Following their established tradition of inventive instrumentation, the band utilizes ukuleles, glockenspiels, and various acoustic textures to reinvent holiday staples. Notably, the album includes 'Happy Hanukkah,' a rare high-energy original in a genre dominated by traditional carols, showcasing the band's commitment to inclusive celebration. The production is characteristic of their 'musical circus' approach, emphasizing hand-played elements and multi-vocal arrangements that highlight the chemistry between members Sarah Blackwood, Gianni Luminati, and the late Mike 'Beard Guy' Taylor. Critically, it is regarded as a refreshing, organic alternative to the highly processed pop-Christmas albums of the era, cementing their status as masters of the communal indie-pop format.