This edition of Pop Rock Bops blends heartache, hope and raw emotional clarity. Today’s pick is a Christmas release that carries more weight than cheer, offering a story that feels lived in, honest and quietly uplifting.
Adam Wedd – This Christmas (drinking 42)
Adam Wedd delivers a heartfelt pop rock moment built on candid storytelling, emotional grit and a message of resilience for anyone who finds the holidays difficult.
London based artist Adam Wedd returns with This Christmas (drinking 42), a poignant seasonal single that leans into vulnerability rather than sparkle. Instead of polished festive gloss, Wedd offers a raw, open hearted take on Christmas, shaped by emotive vocals and lyrics that sit somewhere between sadness, reflection and quiet determination. It is a song about getting through, holding on, and finding meaning when the season does not look the way you hoped.
The track blends pop rock warmth with a stripped back honesty that feels instantly relatable. Wedd’s delivery carries a weight that fits the subject matter, allowing the emotions to sit at the front of the mix.
Drawing inspiration from artists like Weezer, Frank Turner and Blink 182, Wedd brings a melodic edge and subtle grit to the arrangement, creating a sound that is both familiar and deeply personal. This Christmas (drinking 42) stands out as a thoughtful and moving pop rock moment, perfect for anyone seeking something real to hold on to during the festive season.