Elton John and CMAT team up on festive duet Step Into Christmas

CMAT and Elton John have collaborated on a new rendition of his festive hit Step Into Christmas. The Co Meath singer, whose real name is Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, has teamed up with the music legend for the duet, which was announced by John on his Instagram. The song, released this morning, is available to listen to exclusively on Amazon Music.

In his announcement post, John said he and CMAT are “kindred spirits”. I’ve loved CMAT since I first heard her and saw her videos years ago. She’s done an amazing job, and I can’t wait for you all to hear it!

CMAT joins Elton John for new version of ‘Step Into Christmas’ https://t.co/v181JSy9yP

— https://x.com/RollingStoneUK/status/2118307493294059564

The Making of the Collaboration

The collaboration was hinted at in the days leading up to the announcement. CMAT had also teased the single with a number of Instagram posts showing her dressing up as Elton for Halloween, seemingly confirming the collaboration to come. The new recording combines audio stems from John’s original 1973 recording with added strings and CMAT’s vocals. Released through EMI and AWAL, the track was made available to stream exclusively on Amazon Music from Thursday.

CMAT’s Career Milestone

The collaboration marks another major milestone for CMAT, a BRIT-nominated artist from Dunboyne. She won the best album gong at this year’s Ivor Novello Awards for her third LP Euro-Country, which reached No.2 last year. The collaboration marks another major milestone for the BRIT-nominated artist from Dunboyne, putting the Meath artist in the race for the Christmas No.1 spot.

Elton John and CMAT team up on festive duet Step Into Christmas — Photo: RTE.ie

CMAT’s Excitement for the Project

CMAT expressed her enthusiasm for the festive collaboration, stating Christmas is my absolute favourite thing in the world, second maybe only to Elton John. This excitement comes as she continues to build an international profile, having guest starred on SNL UK, toured the US, and appeared on NPR’s Tiny Desk.

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