Christmas came early to The Workman's Club as indie power couple Tim Wheeler and Emmy The Great took our minds off the cold weather by engaging in some yuletide fun.

Armed with an acoustic guitar, sleigh bells, a roaring fire and some infectious harmonies, the duo treated Hot Press to three cuts from their festive album This Is Christmas before discussing the background to the record, why it's most definitely not a novelty release, their personal highlights of 2011 and more. Check the songs and interview below.