In the spirit of the holiday season, the talented father-daughter duo, Mat and Savanna Shaw, have graced us with a delightful and heartwarming music video off their latest album, A Christmas We’ll Remember. This release features the Shaw family performing a cover of the Christmas classic, “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus.” What makes this rendition extra special is the addition of Savanna’s nine-year-old sister, Pennie Jean, adding an extra layer of sweetness to the already charming performance.
The music video captures the essence of family, love, and the magic of Christmas. Set against a cozy holiday backdrop, Savanna and Pennie Jean deliver a captivating performance filled with joy and innocence. The sisters’ harmonious voices blend seamlessly, creating a magical atmosphere that perfectly complements the festive nature of the song. The highlight of the video comes towards the end when the girls’ father, Mat Shaw, makes a surprise appearance as the one and only Santa Claus. In a heartwarming twist, Mat shares a tender moment with his wife, Brooke Shaw, portraying the iconic scene from the song. This unexpected twist adds a personal touch to the video, while proving it to be a true family affair.
For Savanna and Mat, the playful Christmas classic felt like the perfect opportunity for Savanna’s sister, Pennie Jean, to join in on the fun. “It’s such a fun song, and especially when singing with my little sister,” Savanna shared, “Pennie Jean is just starting to really enjoy singing and performing more. This was a fun opportunity to let her take the lead with a fun song!”
“I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus” is just one of the many gems from Mat and Savanna Shaw’s recently released Christmas album, A Christmas We’ll Remember which hit the shelves on November 24th. The album is a delightful collection of holiday classics and original songs, showcasing the duo’s exceptional musical talent and the warmth of their family bonds.
To help spread the holiday cheer, the Shaws are embarking on a special holiday tour this December, A Shaw Family Christmas, kicking off in their hometown of Salt Lake City, Utah on Friday, December 8th. Fans can catch the duo live, bringing their enchanting Christmas melodies to audiences in various cities as well as their special livestream event on Saturday, December 9th. The tour promises to be a heartwarming experience for fans of all ages, capturing the magic of the season through Mat and Savanna’s soulful performances.
“Christmas is such a special part of the year, with traditions centered around time spent with loved ones. Perhaps the most precious gift of the season is time — time spent focused outside ourselves. It centers us, and reminds us what life is all about,” Savanna explained, “We wanted this album to reflect our feelings of gratitude for a season that provides a lifetime of precious moments that we all want to remember, forever – A Christmas We’ll Remember.”
In 2020, Mat & Savanna shot to the spotlight through a viral social media video of 15-year-old Savanna and her dad, Mat, singing “The Prayer.” The video was viewed over 100 million times and garnered praise from Kelly Clarkson, Good Morning America, The New York Times, and more for their harmonies and hopeful spirits. The father/daughter pair went on to release their debut album, Picture This, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Classical Albums chart, No. 54 on the all-genre Billboard 200, and No. 1 on iTunes pop charts. Since then, they have had 7 consecutive No. 1’s on the Billboard Classical and Classical Crossover charts, including their latest album release, Dream, which was released in September of this year and debuted at No.4 on the iTunes Pop Album Sales Chart and No.10 on the US All Genre Chart; an impressive accomplishment for any artist, especially an independent duo.
A Christmas We’ll Remember is available to stream and download now, and tour dates and tickets to Mat and Savanna’s shows can be found at www.matandsavannamusic.com/shows.
