The Overtones Mark 15 Years with New Christmas Single and UK Tour
The UK’s No.1 multi-platinum vocal harmony group, The Overtones, are kicking off their milestone 15th anniversary year in style with the release of a reimagined version of their beloved festive track, This Christmas. The song lands during their traditional Christmas Party UK Tour.
Originally featured on their 2015 album Good Ol’ Fashioned Christmas,This Christmaslaunches a full year of celebrations that will see The Overtones honour a decade and a half of harmony, hits and heart – culminating in the release of their brand-new albumJUKEBOXin October 2026.
Written by the group alongside long-time collaborators Julian Hinton and Graham Archer,This Christmasperfectly captures everything the band is known for – their timeless harmonies, feel good energy, and unmistakable sense of togetherness – making it the perfect way to kick off both the festive season and a milestone year. Uplifting, soulful and brimming with festive joy, the reimaginedThis Christmasis a sparkling reminder of why they remain one of the UK’s most loved vocal groups.
The band commentsWe’ve always loved this song – it’s one of those tracks that instantly lifts your spirits and makes you feel festive. To revisit it at such a special time felt like the perfect way to kick off Christmas, and celebrate both where we’ve come from and where we’re heading.
Renowned for their smooth vocals, infectious energy and impeccable showmanship, The Overtones have spent 15 years delighting audiences around the world. With six Top 10 albums, 13 sold-out UK tours, and performances at prestigious events including the Royal Albert Hall, The London Palladium, Buckingham Palace for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, and even the FIFA World Cup, the group has earned its place as Britain’s best-loved vocal harmony act.
Alongside the new single, the band will embark on a major nationwide Christmas Party Tour, bringing their signature blend of soul, Motown, doo-wop, pop classics, and seasonal favourites to thousands of fans across the country. Widely regarded as the UK’s ultimate feel-good Christmas experience, the tour promises flawless harmonies, festive magic, and joyous party energy – cementing The Overtones as the official start of Christmas for many loyal fans, a sentiment echoed in previous years.
The tour also marks the beginning of the countdown to their upcoming 2026 albumJUKEBOX– a hand-picked celebration of the songs that have shaped their journey, while introducing exciting new material created in collaboration with Grammy Award-winning producer Eliot Kennedy.
One of the UK’s most popular and prolific acts– HELLO Magazine
Perfect harmonies, just fabulous– Sky News
Pure swagger– Attitude Magazine
The UK’S hottest harmony group– This Morning
So impressive, hilarious & charming– Sunday Express
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