As the year fades and traditions resurface, Christmas becomes a canvas for reinvention—nothing proves this more than the annual Rottweiler Records Christmas singles, a staple for fans who want emotion and intensity instead of nostalgia. In 2025, the label teams up with Broken Curfew Records for a fresh lineup: a trio of songs that spans the spectrum from alternative melancholy to total, grindcore chaos.
Seth Metoyer – “Flicker Of December”
Launching the series on December 5th, Seth Metoyer delivers “Flicker Of December”—a track brimming with emotional depth and haunting hooks. The lyrics (“I’m not asking for forever, just a prayer in the dark…one more magical December that flickers in my heart…”) capture the loneliness and nostalgia of the season, and Metoyer’s plaintive vocals make every word resonate (Facebook). The production is lush yet intimate, layering shimmering guitars with subtle textures—highlighting Metoyer’s skills as a multi-instrumentalist.
Cleansing Of The Temple – “Mary Did You Know?”
On the same day, South Carolina’s Cleansing Of The Temple takes a sledgehammer to tradition, reimagining the modern carol “Mary Did You Know?” as an epic swirl of deathcore, black metal, and melodic layers. Their technical musicianship and dynamic songwriting turn a familiar Christmas piece into something grand and unsettling—complete with acoustic interludes and next-level, wild vocals (Jesus Freak Hideout). This isn’t background Christmas music—it’s a statement.
Pulpit Vomit – “King Of Nails”
Closing out this year’s trio is Pulpit Vomit’s “King Of Nails,” out December 19th: a grindcore blitz that takes no prisoners. Their new single explodes with breakneck drumming, guttural vocals, and a sonic intensity that redefines what a Christmas single can be. Drawing on the raw power of their acclaimed debut Hospital Lens, Pulpit Vomit shows no compromise—this is pure, aggressive catharsis for the season (Heaven's Metal Magazine).
Quote Highlights
“I’m not asking for forever, just a prayer in the dark…one more magical December that flickers in my heart…”
“Pulpit Vomit’s Hospital Lens is a controlled detonation, tearing through the corridors of mental illness, spiritual corruption.”
Album Highlights
- Flicker Of December: Aching nostalgia, raw vocal delivery
- Mary Did You Know?: Deathcore meets Christmas classic, technical brilliance, wild dynamic shifts
- King Of Nails: Relentless grindcore, intense blasts, boundary-pushing aggression
For Fans Of…
- Alt-rock with ambition (for Seth Metoyer)
- Deathcore, black metal, experimental holiday takes (for Cleansing Of The Temple)
- Grindcore and aggressive punk/metal (for Pulpit Vomit)
Upcoming Concerts / Tour Dates
Tour dates for each band can be found on their social media and streaming links:
Seth Metoyer Instagram • Cleansing Of The Temple Facebook • Pulpit Vomit Instagram
Merch & Store
Seth Metoyer Bandcamp Broken Curfew Records Bandcamp Cleansing Of The Temple Bandcamp Pulpit Vomit Bandcamp Rottweiler Records Bandcamp
External Links & Streaming
Seth Metoyer – Spotify Cleansing Of The Temple – Spotify Pulpit Vomit – Spotify
FAQ – Christmas Singles 2025 (Rottweiler & Broken Curfew)
When do the singles drop?
Seth Metoyer & Cleansing Of The Temple on December 5, 2025; Pulpit Vomit on December 19, 2025.
Where can I listen & buy?
Spotify, Bandcamp and the artists’ social profiles (see buttons above).
What is “Fleas Naughty Dog”?
Rottweiler Records’ annual alternative Christmas compilation.