Iconic '90s Singer's Latest Announcement Is an Early Invite to 'Rock Around the Christmas Tree'

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Iconic '90s Singer's Latest Announcement Is an Early Invite to 'Rock Around the Christmas Tree' originally appeared on Parade.

Ever since the sultry music video for "Wicked Game" was a mainstay on MTV, Chris Isaak has been known for his impressive vocal range, occasional acting roles — from Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me to Friends — and high-energy performances. That's why fans were feeling festive this week when the beloved musician shared some news that just might make this the merriest holiday season ever.

Isaak, 69, took to Instagram on Thursday, July 15, to announce a series of upcoming shows with a photo of himself playing the guitar against a red-and-green background including a cartoon dog wearing a Santa Claus hat.

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"Consider this your official invitation to rock around the Christmas tree. 🎸🎄" he wrote in the caption, adding, "I’m heading back on tour for the holidays! Some dates are already up, and more are on the way. Stay tuned. chrisisaak.com/tour."

Commenters were definitely thrilled to learn that Isaak would be on the road for the holidays, with one writing, "Yes! It's been too long!"

"Fantastic! Christmas in July ❤️🎄🥰," added a second person, with another gushing, "can't wait!"

"Finally my Bucket List will be achieved!" declared yet another overjoyed fan.

While Isaak's devoted listeners will have to wait until the tour to see which of his hit songs makes the setlist this time around, it's safe to say "Wicked Game" will make the cut.

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Speaking to Songfacts, Isaak once opened up about the origins of the song, explaining that a late-night romantic encounter inspired the lyrics.

"This one I wrote really late at night and it was written in a short time, because I remember that a girl had called me and said, 'I want to come over and talk to you,' and 'talk' was a euphemism," he recalled.

"And she said, 'I want to come over and talk to you until you're no longer able to stand up.,'" he continued. "And I said, 'Okay, you're coming over.' And as soon as I hung up I thought, 'Oh, my God. I know she's gonna be trouble. She's always been trouble. She's a wildcat. And here I am, I'm going to get killed, but I'm doing this.'"

"And I wrote 'Wicked Game' — 'world's on fire and no one can save me but you,'" Isaak added. "It's like you start thinking about it, and by the time she came over to the house, I had the song written. And I think she was probably upset because I was more excited by the song. I was like, 'Yes, you're gorgeous, baby. But listen to this song!'"

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Iconic '90s Singer's Latest Announcement Is an Early Invite to 'Rock Around the Christmas Tree' first appeared on Parade on Jul 16, 2025

This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 16, 2025, where it first appeared.