As the echoes of her third Christmas album, the festive “Santa’s Takin’ Over the Town,” continue to resonate through the airwaves, the acclaimed artist Rehya Stevens weaves a tale of nostalgia and sentimentality with her latest single, “Early Winter.” This soulful composition is poised to captivate audiences on all major streaming platforms starting September 29th.
Known for her uplifting and joyous Christmas melodies that capture the essence of the season, Rehya Stevens takes a poignant detour with “Early Winter.” This tender ballad, a creation born from Stevens’ own pen and brought to life by the accomplished TV and film composer Brian Steckler, delves deep into the well of human emotions, leaving a profound impact.
“Early Winter” represents a distinct addition to Rehya Stevens’ musical repertoire. Although it doesn’t fit the conventional mold of a Christmas song, it skillfully encapsulates the gentle spirit of the holiday season. The track resonates with those who navigate the festive period while wrestling with a mix of emotions – joy intermingled with sorrow, memories of loved ones who have departed, fractured relationships, and the weight of past regrets. It is a song that has sprung from the artist’s personal experiences, touching the complex feelings that often surface during this time of year.
In Rehya Stevens’ own words, she offers insight into the inspiration behind “Early Winter”: “I have known those Christmases – and because life is not permanent, there are bound to be difficult Christmases ahead. I look around at my family, and each year I see my parents getting a little older – and even though they’re still vital and healthy, I get pangs of anticipatory grief for their eventual passing. Every day is more precious now. This song is about learning through mistakes, while it’s also about maturing enough to treasure the time you have with the people you love, and to treat them with dignity and radical acceptance, even when it’s challenging. Few things are worth blowing up a solid relationship over. Life is a great teacher.”
Rehya Stevens is no newcomer to the world of holiday music. Her illustrious career boasts a #2 Billboard holiday single, an HMMA Award for ‘Best in Holiday,’ and an impressive catalog of over 46 sync licenses. Her music has graced the soundtracks of upcoming holiday films, including “Best. Christmas. Ever.” featuring Heather Graham, “Dating Santa,” and “Dashing Through the Snow” starring Ludacris. Each passing year sees her holiday songbook expanding, and 2023 is no exception.
In a groundbreaking move, Rehya Stevens will release a “Santa’s Takin’ Over the Town DELUXE EDITION” on October 27th, available exclusively on CD. This deluxe edition will house 21 songs, including the acclaimed “Santa’s Takin’ Over the Town” album, along with Rehya’s 2021 release, ‘Tis the Season, which had previously been exclusively available on digital platforms.
Explaining the decision to release this deluxe CD edition, Rehya Stevens shares her appreciation for the tangible music experience during the holiday season: “I’m a little old-school… CD’s and vinyl are still my go-to’s at Christmas time. I love to indulge in the artist’s body of work while puttering around the house, decorating the tree, and baking cookies. It feels natural to experience the lush nature of Christmas music full boar, rather than divided up in a playlist. I hope this CD will create a special space in households for many, many holiday seasons to come. There will certainly be enough songs to get you in the spirit and keep you there for a long time!”
For those who prefer digital music, “Santa’s Takin’ Over the Town” will make its debut in late November on all streaming platforms. This ensures that Rehya Stevens’ enchanting holiday melodies will be readily accessible to all, just in time to infuse the festive season with her special brand of musical magic. Stay tuned for more details about this upcoming release!
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