The Killers have become recognized for their work with the Product Red campaign, headed by Bono and Bobby Shriver.

As of the EP, they had released six Christmas-themed songs and music videos: "A Great Big Sled" (2006), "Don't Shoot Me Santa" (2007), "Joseph, Better You Than Me" (2008), "¡Happy Birthday Guadalupe!"

On November 30, 2011, the band released the (Red) Christmas EP on iTunes which features the first six songs.

All proceeds from the songs have been donated to Product Red campaign and the fight against AIDS in Africa.

The EP also features guest appearances from Elton John, Neil Tennant (Pet Shop Boys), Toni Halliday (Curve), Wild Light, and Mariachi El Bronx.