Not all is doom and gloom, however: On several occasions, rays of light are breaking through the clouds, brightly illuminating these beautiful minor-mode-landscapes. And it will only take a cursory look at the saccharine cover motive and the camp band picture inside to understand that the band aren’t out to ruin the fun. In fact, isn’t this what the festive season should actually be about: Silence, inwardness, slowing things down?

The best thing about it: As the title indicates, you don’t have to wait until Christmas eve to enjoy this music. “Christmas Came Early” is like a little present you give yourself – no matter the season or occasion.