Alanis Morissette is releasing her first-ever holiday album, Good Weather for Immaculate Conception, on November 6. The 14-track collection, announced via a Rolling Stone exclusive, features two original songs and a notable list of collaborators including Brandi Carlile and Steve Martin. As Pitchfork reports, the album marks the culmination of a holiday tradition Morissette began with seasonal single releases in 2020.
The lead single, a cover of “Beautiful Star of Bethlehem” featuring Carlile on vocals and Martin on banjo, is available now. The album’s tracklist, confirmed by Consequence, blends classic carols like “O Holy Night” and “Ave Maria” with modern favorites such as Joni Mitchell’s “River” and Wham!’s “Last Christmas.” The news arrives during a landmark year for the artist, who was inducted into the Songwriters’ Hall of Fame in June.
A Festive Collection Years in the Making
According to Jambase, Good Weather for Immaculate Conception consolidates Morissette’s previously released holiday tracks with new recordings. The two new originals are titled “To an Empath at Christmas Time” and “Christmas on the Dance Floor.” The collaborative spirit extends beyond the lead single, with contributions from artists like Joy Oladokun, Amythyst Kiah, and comedian Martin Short, as well as the UK’s first professional trans choir, Trans Voices.
This project follows Morissette’s 2022 ambient album, The Storm Before the Calm, and underscores her continued artistic evolution. The album’s release, per Spin, is strategically timed just before the holiday season, allowing fans to integrate these new interpretations into their yearly traditions. The eclectic mix of collaborators and song choices suggests a holiday record that is both personal and expansive, reflecting Morissette’s unique artistic sensibility.
Southern California Album Launch
The announcement holds special significance for Southern California, as Morissette will be in the region for a series of shows coinciding with the album’s release. She is set to launch her “Butterfly with a Machete” residency at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood on November 5, the night before the album drops. Additional performances are scheduled for November 6, 10, and 11.
These shows at the prominent SoCal venue offer a prime opportunity for local fans to experience Morissette’s music in an intimate setting just as her new holiday project arrives. The residency continues a strong presence in the LA area, following her surprise appearance with Olivia Rodrigo at the Daisy Chain Fields festival in August. For local followers of collaborator Brandi Carlile, who has a show at The GRAMMY Museum on October 12, the album provides another link between two influential artists with strong Southern California fanbases.
With the album pre-orders live and the YouTube Theater residency fast approaching, the final months of 2026 are shaping up to be a celebratory period for Alanis Morissette and her fans. The holiday album not only adds a new dimension to her catalog but also creates a natural bridge between her iconic past and her dynamic present.
Last updated October 10, 2026.
Sources: Rolling Stone, Consequence, Pitchfork News, Jambase, Spin
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