The market for new Christmas songs is a brutally competitive one, constantly vying for space on your seasonal playlist against the decades-old classics we all know and love. However, Duluth, Minnesota-based songwriter Hilton Scott, a musician with an impressive history of collaborating and composing in diverse styles, has stepped up to the challenge with his latest release, ‘Christmas Time’.
The track is a heartfelt attempt to capture that potent, irresistible wave of festive nostalgia, and it lands its sleigh bells squarely on the mark. Hilton, who spent his twenties performing covers across the Upper Midwest, credits those years with exposing him to countless genres and teaching him a core belief that a truly good song can shine in any style. That versatility shines as ‘Christmas Time’ perfectly channels the golden era of holiday pop, nodding clearly to the upbeat energy of Brenda Lee’s ‘Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree’ and the excitement of ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You.’
The song was initially thought of back in 2021 as a personal songwriting challenge for Hilten to try his hand at a brand-new genre. Starting at the piano, he quickly established the melody and structure, with his brother Aaron helping to flesh out the lyrics. Fast forward to 2025, and the track has been expertly remastered by Luciano Vassao of Musiversal. This professional polish, which included re-recording the double bass, drums, and piano with session players, has given the song the warmth and sparkle Hilton originally envisioned. The result is a beautifully constructed track that feels instantly recognisable, a sign of its clear-sighted composition.
Hilton himself acknowledges the high bar he set, stating, "Nostalgia - family and friends...trying to capture the spirit and anticipation of the Christmas season in a way that people can not only relate to but also feel...Whether it's Brenda Lee's soulful ‘Rocking Around the Christmas Tree’ or Mariah's pop monster hit ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’, those are songs that instantly put you in the holiday spirit, no matter where you are or what you're doing... ‘Christmas Time’ is Hilton Scott Music's humble attempt at eliciting those same emotions..."
It is a humble attempt that pays off, delivering a tune that’s both slickly produced and genuinely brimming with holiday cheer. If your Christmas playlist has a three-minute gap between Mariah and Slade, this is the joyful, expertly crafted track you’ve been waiting for.
You can stream the new single above to add some magic to your festive season, and for more, join Hilton Scott today on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
