Pop icon Kylie Minogue delivered a festive masterclass at Capital's Jingle Bell Ball with Barclaycard on Sunday 7th December 2025, treating the crowd to the highly-anticipated debut live performance of her new Christmas anthem, 'XMAS'.
A Set Packed With Hits and Holiday Cheer
The living legend opened her phenomenal set with the electrifying classic 'Can't Get You Out of My Head', instantly captivating the audience. She followed with a sultry rendition of 'Santa Baby' before a quick costume change. Re-emerging in a shimmering black dress, Kylie powered through fan favourites including 'Padam Padam' and a vibrant medley of 'The Loco-Motion' and 'Spinning Around', even weaving in a snippet of Kool & The Gang's 'Celebration'.
The Unforgettable 'XMAS' Choreography
The undisputed highlight of the night was the premiere live outing of her brand new track, 'XMAS'. True to her word in an earlier interview with Capital Breakfast, the accompanying choreography proved instantly infectious. The entire crowd was on its feet, and even Capital Evening Show's Jimmy Hill was spotted backstage perfectly mimicking the moves.
Kylie closed her show with the beloved 'All the Lovers' and the quintessential banger 'Love At First Sight', cementing a truly unforgettable performance. Her headline slot followed impressive sets from other major acts including Louis Tomlinson, Alex Warren, and Tinie Tempah.
Where to Catch the Full Performance
Fans who missed the live spectacle or want to relive the magic can head over to Global Player to watch the full Jingle Bell Ball performance, including Kylie's show-stopping debut of 'XMAS' and all its iconic choreography.
