Rock 'n' Roll Icon Freddy "Boom Boom" Cannon Unwraps New Holiday Hit: "Red Coat Santa"
Just in time for the holiday season, rock 'n' roll icon Freddy "Boom Boom" Cannon is back with a brand-new Christmas single, “Red Coat Santa.” Written and recorded by Cannon himself, the festive track blends his signature high-energy style with the warmth and nostalgia of the holidays.
Released on October 20, 2025, “Red Coat Santa” is already generating buzz among fans of classic rock and holiday music alike. The song is available now on all major streaming platforms.
Cannon, best known for his 1962 smash hit “Palisades Park” and his electrifying performances on American Bandstand, brings his unmistakable voice and timeless rock 'n' roll flair to this original holiday tune. With sleigh bells, saxophones, and a toe-tapping beat, “Red Coat Santa” is poised to become a seasonal favorite.
“I’ve always loved Christmas music, and I wanted to create something that felt both classic and new,” said Cannon. 'Red Coat Santa” is my way of bringing a little rock 'n' roll joy to the season. I hope it makes people smile, dance, and remember what the holidays are all about — fun, family, and music.”
“When I wrote this tune, I thought no one had really ever sung about Santa’s famous outfit. And I was inspired by my angel, my wife, Jeannette, who passed away earlier this year,” said Cannon.
This release marks Cannon’s return to the holiday music scene following his 2002 album Have a Boom Boom Christmas, which featured both classic covers and original songs. Now, over two decades later, “Red Coat Santa” proves that Freddy Cannon’s rock 'n' roll spirit is as vibrant as ever.
The California based singer-songwriter is slated to do a series of radio interviews to spread the word on his new release, including a reunion with DJ Cousin Brucie on 770 WABC Radio in New York on Saturday, Nov. 22nd at 7pm.
Cannon holds the record for the artist with the most appearances on “American Bandstand” (110 times).
Freddy’s new release on You Tube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUdzf8hAtWY&list=RDFUdzf8hAtWY&start_radio=1
Freddy's "seasonal" hits have really kept things rockin' these past few years ... between his Halloween / Svengoolie clips and now this great new Christmas tune, Freddy has proven that his brand of rock and roll is timeless. Maybe he should be the next long-overdue "surprise" inductee into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame! (kk)
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Tom Cuddy tells us that last week's episode of the new hit television series "9-1-1 Nashville" opened with Freddy's big 1962 Top Three smash "Palisades Park!!!"
