Santa’s Calling! (Christmas Time Is Here) brings the Christmas spirit to life.
The song grows from a cross-cultural collaboration between Indonesian vocalist Rifki Soeria and Taiwanese–Australian singer Cait Lin.
Their partnership shapes a warm and elegant holiday sound.
Their first meeting at Java Jazz Festival 2025 sparked the idea for a vocal jazz duo, which soon grew into a project with a warm and elegant holiday feel.
Santa’s Calling! (Christmas Time Is Here) stands out as an original Christmas release from Indonesia.
The song gently welcomes listeners into the holiday season.
It does so by embracing the charm of classic jazz from the 1950s and 1960s.
The song comes to life through a full big band arrangement.
It brings together a 13-piece horn section and a tight jazz quartet.
Together, they create a warm and timeless atmosphere.
The sound draws inspiration from legendary duos like Ella and Louis, Nat King and Natalie Cole, and Frank and Nancy Sinatra.
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Even with its nostalgic references, the single still sounds modern.
It carries simple and catchy melodies.
The lyrics feel sincere and warm.
Its cinematic production adds an elegant touch.
Together, these elements make the song ideal for holiday strolls, cozy family moments, or any Christmas jazz playlist.
Rifki Soeria wrote the song, while Suara Biru Production, Abraham Song, Dava Giustizia, and Rifki produced it.
The release also marks the official debut of the duo, Caitlin & Rifki, who plan to share more music in 2026.
This season, the call of Christmas arrives gently.
It comes through the harmony of two voices from Indonesia and Taiwan.
Their collaboration blends classic jazz traditions with the warmth of the holidays.
Together, they bring a timeless sense of joy to the season.
