The five-track EP includes a new version of 'It Doesn't Often Snow At Christmas', which was originally released in 1997 exclusively to the band's fan club.

A re-imagining of Madness' 'My Girl' and a new version of 'All Over The World' from Pet Shop Boys' latest album 'Yes' is also included on the tracklisting.

A cover of Coldplay's 'Viva La Vida' also features on the EP.

The EP's release will precede the band's UK tour, which gets udner way in Glasgow on December 17.

The tracklisting for 'Christmas' is:

1. It Doesn't Often Snow At Christmas
2. My Girl
3. All Over The World
4. Viva La Vida/ Domino Dancing
5. My Girl (Our House mix)

(by Jason Gregory)