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Marlon Hoffstadt & David Guetta – Caught Up

In an exciting collaboration, Marlon Hoffstadt joins forces with David Guetta on their new track Caught Up, released through Capitol Records. Hoffstadt, known for his immersive trance influences, expressed his admiration for Guetta, saying, “I grew up listening to him, so this collaboration is absolutely mental.” The duo crafted the vibrant track earlier this year, just before the buzzing atmosphere of Ultra Miami. This single marries Hoffstadt’s trance-heavy sound with Guetta’s expansive global dance reach, solidifying it as one of the standout collaborations featured in New EDM Friday Oct 9.

Armin van Buuren & Funk Tribu – Nirvana

Another noteworthy duo in this week’s lineup is Armin van Buuren teaming up with Funk Tribu on their pulsating new single Nirvana, backed by Armada Music. This track highlights van Buuren’s trance roots while integrating Funk Tribu’s energetic club style. It comes on the heels of van Buuren’s latest mix album, A State of Trance Ibiza 2026, and marks a significant moment for Funk Tribu as he collaborates with one of the most revered names in the trance scene. Together, they present a direct and vibrant contribution to the New EDM Friday Oct 9 experience.

WÓTIE – Never Let You Go

WÓTIE delivers a deeply moving narrative through his latest release, Never Let You Go, which showcases his melodic dance and progressive house talents. This heartfelt single stems from years of separation from his daughter, conveying themes of loss, love, and hope. Written in a challenging period during 2019 in Brazil, the track features a blend of warm male vocals, emotional piano segments, and euphoric drops, effectively encapsulating the complexities of personal struggles. With Never Let You Go, WÓTIE brings one of the most personal tracks to New EDM Friday Oct 9.

SKILAH – GOMF BUT LOUDER

Rising star SKILAH returns with her latest energetic track, GOMF BUT LOUDER, a reimagined tech house version of her prior single GOMF. The updated rendition ramps up the pace and intensity, showcasing dark production alongside heavy bass while keeping her entrancing vocals front and center. Following a successful season of major festival performances—including Lost Lands, Coachella, and EDC Las Vegas—SKILAH, at only 23 years of age, has amassed a substantial following of over 3 million across platforms like TikTok and Instagram. With GOMF BUT LOUDER, SKILAH proves her ability to push the boundaries of tech house, making a bold statement in New EDM Friday Oct 9.

Chase & Status – Generic Everything (album)

The acclaimed duo Chase & Status are back with their latest album, Generic Everything, a daring 10-track project released via 2RUFF Records and Warner Music UK. This album challenges the current trend of algorithmic sameness in creativity, deftly blending elements of drum and bass, rave, and rap alongside soundsystem culture. Featuring contributions from notable artists like J Hus and Skrillex, Generic Everything includes standout tracks such as Essa Ta Quente, showcasing its Brazilian funk influences. As a full album release, it adds depth and variety to New EDM Friday Oct 9.

Dillon Francis, Oaks – Fall

Dillon Francis collaborates with Oaks on their expressive new single Fall, released through Monstercat and Broke Records. Centering around an emotive vocal topline and haunting melodies, the track captures the essence of finally letting go. Dillon Francis mentions that the song emerged from a collaborative studio session centered on shared emotional experiences, particularly aimed at their significant others. Following an impressive year, which included accolades like the Impact Award at the EDM Awards and the Dillstradamus tour alongside Flosstradamus, Fall contributes a poignant layer to New EDM Friday Oct 9.

Effin – Heartbeats (Album)

Rounding out our spotlight this week is Effin with his heartfelt album, Heartbeats. This 12-track journey is a tapestry of love, nostalgia, and memory, featuring detailed sampling that pulls from 1950s film dialogues, vintage recordings, jazz-inspired flutes, and nuanced vocal manipulations. Following a successful touring circuit that included Bonnaroo, Electric Forest, and Lost Lands, this album offers a deep emotional exploration through music, derived from his earlier singles like What’s In Your Heart and Forever & Always. With Heartbeats, Effin weaves a thoughtful and conceptual bass album into the New EDM Friday Oct 9 collection.