Americana Band The Storm Windows Releases Christmas Single 'Santa Goes to Space'

The Storm Windows, an Americana band consisting of brothers Rob Mathews on guitar and vocals and Don Mathews on upright bass and vocals along with drummer Erik Anderson, released their new Christmas single and YouTube video titled "Santa Goes to Space" today. The song presents a universal message about the power of Christmas spirit, performed in a ballad style that draws comparisons to folk legends like John Prine.

The single tells the story of Santa and Rudolph embarking on a space adventure on Christmas night to spread Christmas spirit throughout what the band describes as the "Whole Wide Universe." This cosmic interpretation of Christmas traditions represents the band's effort to create music with broad appeal and meaningful themes during the holiday season.

Fans can watch the official music video on YouTube and listen to the audio version on Soundcloud. The release marks the band's second major project of 2025, following their summer EP "More Lucky," which featured summer anthems conveying messages of hope and the promise of discovery through travel.

The timing of this Christmas release in late October allows for maximum exposure during the holiday season while giving radio stations and streaming platforms ample time to incorporate the song into their seasonal programming. The band's decision to blend traditional Christmas themes with space exploration imagery demonstrates their creative approach to holiday music, potentially appealing to both traditional Christmas music listeners and those seeking fresh interpretations of seasonal themes.

The Storm Windows have built a reputation for their live performances, with Spin Magazine recently describing their shows as reminiscent of the "Folk Ramones." The band is celebrating the single release with live performances, including an event at The Stone Corral in Richmond, Vermont on October 31 and at Tank Studio in Burlington on November 1, where the 8:00 pm show has already sold out. Tickets for the 6:00 pm Burlington show remain available through Seven Days Tickets.

Critics have categorized The Storm Windows' music as "New Americana – a blend of folk, rock and even jazz laced sonics," reflecting the diverse musical influences that shape their sound. The band takes its name from a John Prine song title, paying homage to one of their musical heroes while also representing their perspective as veteran musicians who have "weathered a few storms but are still standing and singing about it." This new Christmas single continues their pattern of creating music that combines traditional elements with contemporary themes and arrangements.