Photo: Mark Cranitch/Newspix/REX/ShutterstockIt’s never too early to get into the holiday spirit!WhileWilliam Shatner’s first-ever Christmas album — titledShatner Claus - The Christmas Album— won’t be available until Oct. 26, the iconicStar Trekactor has given his fans plenty to whet their appetites with.On Thursday, the album’s track list (and impressive list of guest artists) was announced — and Shatner also shared asneak peekat one of the album’s 14 tracks.“Apparently one of the songs from Shatner Claus is available,” the 87-year-old multi-talented star wrote on Twitter, alongside a link to his rendition of “Jingle Bells,” which he recorded alongside Henry Rollins.“Have a little listen,” he added.While the song begins with the typical relaxed pace and lush string arrangement one might expect from a holiday classic, as soon as Shatner’s vocals begin, it’s clear this isn’t the standard “Jingle Bells.”As the song continues, the pace of the track becomes faster as Shatner and Rollins energetically put their own spin on the tune.RELATED VIDEO: ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Cast Answers the Galaxy’s Biggest Geek DebatesAs an extra special treat, the pair also recorded an additional version of the track, titled “Jingle Bells (Punk Rock Version)” that has been included on the album as a bonus track.The album will also feature an eclectic group of musicians including Iggy Pop,Brad Paisley, Judy Collins, and ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons.Shatner has released numerous albums throughout his long career, including 2011’sDavid Bowiecover albumSeeking Major TomandWhy Not Me?, a country album released in August with Alabama’s Jeff Cook.
Photo: Mark Cranitch/Newspix/REX/Shutterstock
It’s never too early to get into the holiday spirit!WhileWilliam Shatner’s first-ever Christmas album — titledShatner Claus - The Christmas Album— won’t be available until Oct. 26, the iconicStar Trekactor has given his fans plenty to whet their appetites with.On Thursday, the album’s track list (and impressive list of guest artists) was announced — and Shatner also shared asneak peekat one of the album’s 14 tracks.“Apparently one of the songs from Shatner Claus is available,” the 87-year-old multi-talented star wrote on Twitter, alongside a link to his rendition of “Jingle Bells,” which he recorded alongside Henry Rollins.“Have a little listen,” he added.While the song begins with the typical relaxed pace and lush string arrangement one might expect from a holiday classic, as soon as Shatner’s vocals begin, it’s clear this isn’t the standard “Jingle Bells.”As the song continues, the pace of the track becomes faster as Shatner and Rollins energetically put their own spin on the tune.RELATED VIDEO: ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Cast Answers the Galaxy’s Biggest Geek DebatesAs an extra special treat, the pair also recorded an additional version of the track, titled “Jingle Bells (Punk Rock Version)” that has been included on the album as a bonus track.The album will also feature an eclectic group of musicians including Iggy Pop,Brad Paisley, Judy Collins, and ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons.Shatner has released numerous albums throughout his long career, including 2011’sDavid Bowiecover albumSeeking Major TomandWhy Not Me?, a country album released in August with Alabama’s Jeff Cook.
It’s never too early to get into the holiday spirit!
WhileWilliam Shatner’s first-ever Christmas album — titledShatner Claus - The Christmas Album— won’t be available until Oct. 26, the iconicStar Trekactor has given his fans plenty to whet their appetites with.
On Thursday, the album’s track list (and impressive list of guest artists) was announced — and Shatner also shared asneak peekat one of the album’s 14 tracks.
“Apparently one of the songs from Shatner Claus is available,” the 87-year-old multi-talented star wrote on Twitter, alongside a link to his rendition of “Jingle Bells,” which he recorded alongside Henry Rollins.
“Have a little listen,” he added.
While the song begins with the typical relaxed pace and lush string arrangement one might expect from a holiday classic, as soon as Shatner’s vocals begin, it’s clear this isn’t the standard “Jingle Bells.”
As the song continues, the pace of the track becomes faster as Shatner and Rollins energetically put their own spin on the tune.
RELATED VIDEO: ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Cast Answers the Galaxy’s Biggest Geek Debates
As an extra special treat, the pair also recorded an additional version of the track, titled “Jingle Bells (Punk Rock Version)” that has been included on the album as a bonus track.
The album will also feature an eclectic group of musicians including Iggy Pop,Brad Paisley, Judy Collins, and ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons.
Shatner has released numerous albums throughout his long career, including 2011’sDavid Bowiecover albumSeeking Major TomandWhy Not Me?, a country album released in August with Alabama’s Jeff Cook.
source: people.com
