Ahhh Christmas. Some say it's the most wonderful time of year, but we know that it usually involves a bit of panic over what presents to buy for your friends and loved ones.
Luckily, if the person you're buying a present for has a specific hobby or interest, then finding the perfect present for them becomes a little bit easier. So thankfully, when it comes to music lovers, there are plenty of brilliant options.
We know that most people like listening to music, but there is a difference between those who enjoy it, and those who will constantly attend gigs, spend hours curating playlists, and religiously wear their favourite band's merchandise.
From a pair of fantastic headphones so they can enjoy the soundtrack exactly as it was intended to be heard by the artist(s), to vouchers for gigs and merch. We've rounded up the best gifts for music lovers:
The best gifts for music lovers 2021:
They'll be able to listen to the music exactly as it was intended. That means that every note, breakdown, guitar solo, and drum fill will be crisp and clear. Sony has done an excellent job of balancing a full bass with the other frequencies, creating a brilliant audio profile. The 35-hour battery life is also a great perk, but the noise-cancelling feature could use some fine-tuning.
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Show them how much you know them by buying their favourite artist or band's merchandise. Whether they're into rock, hip-hop or pop, they'll be sure to appreciate the gift. This crew neck Billie Eilish t-shirt is sustainable and ships in time for Christmas.
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Go a step further and give them the gift of entertainment. Who doesn't love watching their favourite band playing a gig? A Bigger Bang has been dubbed one of the best Rolling Stones concerts by many fans. Coupled with two of the band's CDs, this makes a brilliant Christmas gift for any Rolling Stones fans.
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They may not be a rockstar just yet... but these personalised guitar picks will help them feel like one. Plus, if you live with a guitarist, are one, or have been to one's house, you'll know that guitar picks end up everywhere and anywhere. This gift comes with a personalised guitar pick box, meaning they can easily keep them safe in one place.
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Concerts have been truly missed and with so many artists and bands now adding tour dates for 2022, it looks like next year will be jam-packed with gigs and festivals. But if you're not sure what band or artist your friend is dying to see, buying them a gift card is the best way to ensure they have the time of their life!
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Going to the Hard Rock Cafe is always a fun experience, music lover or not. With this voucher, they'll get to have drinks, food as well as a tour of the Hard Rock Cafeu2019s museum, The Vault.
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Guitarists will know the struggle of finding a good place in the house to stack their guitars, it can't be close to a radiator, or any liquids. In fact, they really need their own room. This is why this guitar holder is so handy, and the fact that it's personalised adds a unique touch.
Rrp: £89.97
With crips and high-quality audio, let the music lover in your life jam at home to their favourite tracks. It's also IPX7 rated, so you don't need to worry about any accidental water spills.
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Ever since they came out Funko Pops! have been immensely popular, they're portable, affordable and allow the customers to be a part of the franchise, whether it's for a film or a band.
These fun record coasters are a brilliant addition to any music lover's home. It comes as a pack of six and they can be used as a decoration piece, too.
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