Ho, ho, hopefully you’re ready for Christmas this year—lighting up the tree, hanging your stockings with care, and putting your favorite scary holiday movie on the screen. If Santa needs a little help shopping for their alternative friends, family members, kiddos, etc., we at idobi Radio have you covered with the only alternative holiday gift guide you’ll need. From dazzling rockstar memoirs to nail polish pens, these presents earn love long after the winter gatherings end.
The Paradox Exclusive T-Shirt
The Paradox teamed up with idobi Radio for their first-ever merch collab—a loud, limited tee they designed directly with the idobi team (yes, the dreadlocks are intentional and came straight from the band). It’s the perfect pick for any pop-punk or punk rock fan. Whether you’re gifting your favorite punk-lover or hunting for your own next go-to tee, download the always-free idobi App to save $5 and automatically enter to win a signed copy of NSFW through December.
Frankenstein Coffee Table Book
This companion book offers an in-depth look at how Guillermo del Toro is bringing Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein to the screen, featuring concept art, storyboards, on-set photography, and del Toro’s own early sketches of the Creature. It includes commentary and interviews with the director and cast—Oscar Isaac, Mia Goth, Jacob Elordi, Christoph Waltz—and breaks down the production design, character work, and thematic choices shaping the film. A solid pick for readers interested in filmmaking craft, genre cinema, or del Toro’s approach to reinterpreting a classic.
Deryck Whibley’s New Clothing Line
From Sum 41 frontman to fashion icon, Deryck Whibley is officially the owner of a new clothing line, Walking Disaster—which is also the name of his memoir. While his first drop featuring socks, hoodies, totes, and more sold out, you can score a sticker and pin pack for a good stocking stuffer. Stay tuned for more Walking Disaster releases soon.
Liquid Death Merch
Beer enjoyers and straight-edge music lovers alike can both agree that Liquid Death is killer. If your gift recipient loves Liquid Death as much as the rest of us, treat them to their own ornament set. Additionally, the brand has myriad off-the-wall offerings, including beach chairs, speakers, ping pong paddles, flasks, etc. Of course, you can’t go wrong with ordering a few cases of their favorite water flavor.
2025 Memoirs & Biographies
This year marked a great one for readers obsessed with music memoirs. Most recently, Sum 41’s Frank Zummo released his new book, Unbreakable Rhythm, with a foreword from Dhani Harrison, and interviews with Motley Crüe‘s Tommy Lee, Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley.
Additionally, blink-182’s Mark Hoppus launched his memoir Fahrenheit-182 in April. Even better, some deluxe copies come autographed.
For classic rock fans, Simon Raymonde just launched his autobiography In One Ear: Cocteau Twins, Ivor And Me, which recounts his early life, work in Cocteau Twins, This Mortal Coil, Bella Union, and more.
Finally, David Byrne fans need Jonathan Gould’s recent release, Burning Down the House: Talking Heads and the New York Scene That Transformed Rock.
Glossy Boys
Created by 15-year-old founder Lucas after a bad experience buying nail polish and watching it chip at the skatepark, Glossy Boys has quickly become an international hit. Lucas’ vision of a rebellious, welcoming community (“The Glossy Brigade”) earned him a historic deal on Shark Tank Australia, with a $250,000 valuation just nine months in. Glossy Boys delivers bold color without the fuss and gives gift-givers a chance to champion the future of alternative creators.
Musician Coffees
Fuel up the emo way with coffee beans and pods from your favorite musicians. mgk just launched his new album-themed beans, Lost Americano, via his Cleveland-based coffee shop, 27 Club. His brand also sells various coffee roasts and accessories.
Plus, Green Day’s Punk Bunny Coffee is an absolute win for coffee connoisseurs.
Little Rooms
Little Rooms has become a cult favorite in the alt-fashion world for a reason: founder Ester Delug designs every piece herself, channeling her background into the brand’s signature blend of sci-fi, mythology, folklore, and goth aesthetics. After relaunching the brand in 2016 with her husband and marketing partner, Matt Tokarsky, Little Rooms has grown into a family-run operation known for detail-heavy pieces that look like artifacts from another universe. Thoughtfully crafted in their Los Angeles studio, the jewelry feels personal, imaginative, and doesn’t break the bank—perfect for anyone whose style leans weird, witchy, or wonderfully off-center.
