Exitus Stratagem Records - MATT MILLER Drops a Holiday Metal Rendition of Bach!

Guitarist and composer Matt Miller is closing out the year with a spirited new holiday release that blends classical elegance with high‑energy metal flair. His latest track and accompanying video, “December, Joy of Man’s Suffering in the Holiday Spirit 2025,” offer a playful reinterpretation of a classic Bach composition, transformed into a modern, riff‑driven celebration of the season.

The video, filmed with a humorous, tongue‑in‑cheek approach, features festive characters and a warm holiday atmosphere. Miller and band emphasize that the visuals are created purely in good fun and in the spirit of the season, noting that they do not claim ownership of any characters portrayed.

​“This piece was all about having fun with something timeless. We wanted to take a Bach classic and give it a metal twist while keeping the holiday mood light, joyful, and a little mischievous,” says Miller. ​

The track showcases Miller’s signature blend of technical precision, melodic creativity, and genre‑bending experimentation. By pairing baroque‑inspired lines with modern metal textures, the release offers something fresh for fans of classical crossover, instrumental metal, and holiday music alike.

As 2025 comes to a close, the video also carries a message of gratitude and optimism. “There’s a lot to be happy about and a lot to look forward to in 2026. Eat, drink, and be merry. Cheers from all of us to all of you!” Miller shares in the video description.