Sarah Martin McConnell's new single, "Every Heart Goes Home For Christmas," is a musical heart glowing with warmth, nostalgia, and the season's magic. Co-written with the late Walter Hyatt, the track is a tender, timeless ballad that reflects the true meaning of the holidays: love, family , and the unshakable bonds that bring us home whether we want it to or not.
McConnell's deep, emotive voice draws life from each lyric, telling a story that feels deeply personal and broadly relatable at the same time. Delicate instrumentation accompanies a song like "Every Heart Goes Home For Christmas," whose melody lingers like the scent of pine and cinnamon. It's perfect for snowy evenings, glowing fireplaces, and quiet moments of reflection. It's the kind of song that demands you hit pause on the holiday frenzy and, like, feel.
An elder statesman of songwriting and performance, McConnell's artistry has always emphasized authentic storytelling. A force in the back of the pack alongside Hyatt as a co-writer on tracks like his Must I Fall and The Standoff, she once again takes the helm with a series of new projects paving the way for her next album, Love Songs to the Universe, due out in early 2025.
Beyond a musician, McConnell advocates music's ability to heal and bring people together. As the founder of Music for Seniors, she spent more than 16 years providing older adults with live music, earning praise from TED, PBS, and even Ashton Kutcher.
With "Every Heart Goes Home For Christmas," Sarah Martin McConnell gently reminds us to slow down, listen, and prepare our hearts for the season's greatest gift: love.