Elton John has recorded a new version of his 1973 Christmas single Step Into Christmas with Irish singer CMAT. The collaboration was announced by the artists.

The track was originally released by Elton John in November 1973. It peaked at number 24 on the UK Singles Chart and has become a staple of holiday playlists.

CMAT, whose real name is Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, is a singer-songwriter from Dublin. She released her debut album If My Wife New I'd Be Dead in 2022 and has received critical acclaim.

The new version of Step Into Christmas is expected to be released during the 2025 holiday season. No further details about the recording or release date were provided.