The 13 Most Random Artist Merch Items to Gift for the Holidays
While many singers have koozies and beer openers, others have added their own unique flair to what they sell on their online boutiques.
When fans think of concert merch, they imagine cool tour tees and keychains they can add to their collections. But nowadays, country artists are going above and beyond with their creativity when it comes to their store merch or to put it in simpler terms, they’re making items we didn’t even know we wanted from them.
While many singers have koozies and beer openers, others have added their own unique flair to what they sell on their online boutiques. Rather than beat around the bush when it comes to the random products they sell a la sticking their face onto anything and everything, we’ll let you read on in our merch masterlist of the oddities you’ll come across on artists’ stores.
Here are a few of the most random merch items sold by country artists (and possibly ideas for a Dirty Santa gift!):
We mean this with all of the niceties and respect one could give, but Dolly Parton knows how to play the tacky card in a very country way. Parton brings back all kinds of 90s country nostalgia with her faded denim vest with pink embellishments of butterflies and her star-studded name. Rhinestones and pink pearl snaps included.
Brett Eldredge Woven Blanket, $60
Because who doesn’t want a huge blanket with Brett Eldredge’s face on it? The woven throw would keep the ultimate fan warm during the chilly nights as well as make them swoon as they wrap themselves with the country crooner. Plus, it’s one step closer to get Eldredge to live with you all year long!
Keith Urban Black Leather Wristlet, $35
Does anyone really even know what a wristlet is for? Regardless, Keith Urban sells a black leather one through his online store and the mini-wallet even has his name etched in the front of it. Boasting room for four card slots and a pocket to hold that loose change, maybe Urban thought it’d be an easy way to carry the essentials to a show rather than having to lug around a massive purse. It’s quite genius.
Kelsea Ballerini Squad Socks, Included in Fan Club Membership Package
All in favor of those who want to be a part of Kelsea Ballerini’s squad, raise your hand! Well, you’re in luck because Ballerini created her own set of knee-high socks that spell out the word, ‘squad,’ right down the calf. Coming in both black and teal, the pair is a great way to show that Ballerini spirit from head to toe.
Blake Shelton ‘Kiss My Country Ass’ Boxers, $15
Oh Blake, how you always know the perfect timing and opportunity for a good joke. Not letting the chance go to waste, Shelton wasted no time by printing the phrase, ‘Kiss my country ass,’ on the bum of a set of grey boxer shorts. To top it all off, the pair are plastered with Shelton’s name logo as the background pattern for this hilarious set of underwear. Stocking stuffer or nah?
Granger Smith Yee Yee Energy Drinks, $2.50
For those who don’t know, Granger Smith is himself by day and turns into his hick alter ego, Earl Dibbles Jr., by night. Clad in a wifebeater and overalls, Dibbles Jr. embodies what it means to be a redneck and decided to use his hillbilly platform to launch the Yee Yee energy drink. Maybe it’s the secret potion that transforms any regular person into the more Southern version of themselves, but we guess that’s where fans will have to order the set and take a sip to find out.
Jason Aldean Candle, $12.99
Want your house to smell like Jason Aldean’s dream scent? The country star sells his own candle filled with a variety of aromas to create the perfect musk to drift around the entire home. Prided on a base of vanilla and sandalwood, as well as hosting hints of jasmine, lavender and orange, Aldean should possibly go into the candle business as a side profit. Wishing we could light one up right now!
Toby Keith ‘Red Solo Cup’ Cornhole Game, $199.00
We’re starting to think Toby Keith is madly in love with red solo cups because he’s written a song about them and sells a cornhole game themed around the mighty plastic drink holder. With both red solo cups and cornhole both being American staples, it’s just another way to show Keith’s patriotism for the country and do it in a fun, active way.
Miranda Lambert Temporary Tattoo, $4.99
Sometimes, fans get their favorite artists’ song lyrics written down to tattoo right onto different parts of their body. For those not ready to make the steady commitment of inking themselves for life, Miranda Lambert made it simple for her fans by releasing a logo temporary tattoo to last as long as one of her shows. Show off the badass within you by adding the winged guns to your own guns.
Carrie Underwood Wrapping Paper, $20
While looking under the brightly lit Christmas tree, the ultimate Carrie Underwood fan would expect to see all of the gifts neatly placed in their Storyteller wrapping paper. Although we would feel bad to rip something with the country superstar’s face all over it, the wrap looks good while it lasts. Nonetheless, she’s always looking good whether the paper gets torn to shreds or it covers an incredible holiday present.
Willie Nelson Herb Grinder, $21.99
Of course, Willie Nelson sells an herb grinder! It should be no surprise to fans that he’s got one of those babies advertised on his online store. Hopefully, buyers are using the product for something other than what we would assume Nelson has it for like shredding the right amount of some sort of spice for a cooking recipe. The assumption may be naïve, but we’re sure Nelson is getting a big laugh over it all.
Kacey Musgraves Christmas Wand, $15
With the release of her Christmas album, A Very Kacey Christmas, Kacey Musgraves has easily become one of the queen of country Christmas this year. Noting her rather whimsical and hysterical attitude toward her style, Musgraves is celebrating the holiday season with the release of an LED Christmas wand.
Luke Bryan Notebook and Pencils, $12.50
Back-to-school essentials are not complete until a Luke Bryan notebook and pencils are thrown into the backpack. Having Bryan look straight into your eyes and smile with those beautiful pearly whites is the best way to get motivated while writing an essay or taking a test. While that statement may not be teacher-approved, we’re pretty sure Bryan on a notebook would boost anyone’s GPA.
