June 2024

More Than Decade After Their Paths Crossed For The First Time, Don Diablo and R3HAB Create Carefree Summer Anthem in Form of Feel-Good House Single “Disco Marathon,” Featuring UK’s Singer-Songwriter Duo NEEKA. Out Now on Spinnin’ Records

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Dance music titans Don Diablo and R3HAB join forces for the first time ever on their new summer anthem – “Disco Marathon,” which also features British singer/songwriter female duo NEEKA. Their new single is a fun and carefree celebration of all things summer, a technicolor dream of uplifting piano melodies and dancefloor-commanding beats. The infectious rhythm is paired with NEEKA‘s captivating vocals, creating a soundscape that is both exhilarating and deeply satisfying. The fusion of Don Diablo‘s innovative production techniques and R3HAB‘s dynamic energy results in a record that is not only catchy but also uniquely refreshing; a perfect track for warm weather dance parties with your best friends or strangers at a show, and is sure to be on heavy rotation all season long. Both R3HAB and Don Diablo have experienced a very successful first half of 2024, with R3HAB stacking collaborations with likes of Fast Boy, Jason Derulo, Da Tweekaz, VIZE, Sam Feldt, and more, while Don Diablo teamed up with Major Lazer and Felix Jaehn, to name a few. London-based duo NEEKA has writing credits for the likes of Drake, Michael Jackson, Miley Cyrus, MØ, Avicii, Craig David, and more. Read on for what these two industry veterans had to say about “Disco Marathon” below:

“Super excited to finally have a record with Fadil after all these years of crossing paths around the globe. A record that perfectly merges both of our sounds with the help of super talented female vocal duo NEEKA. Bring on the summer” – Don Diablo

“Don and I have crossed paths for over a decade now and it’s special to finally join forces on our first collaboration “Disco Marathon” featuring NEEKA. This record fuses our dance styles, and summer feels like the perfect time to share it with the world. Our fans loved it when it pre-premiered live; we hope everyone enjoys this positive energy” – R3HAB

Don Diablo

Currently voted the world’s #13 DJ on the prestigious DJ MAG Top 100, the sought-after producer has collaborated with and remixed a wide range of artists, including Dua Lipa, Justin Bieber, Gucci Mane, Ed Sheeran, Mark Ronson, Travis Barker, Miley Cyrus, Rihanna, Madonna, Ty Dolla $ign, The Chainsmokers, Coldplay and many more. Ever the perfectionist, the last couple of years has seen Don prepare his third studio album FORΞVΞR, released in September 2021. Taking on many forms since its inception, the album has been a labour of love for the perfectionistic Dutchman, marking his ever-evolving sound and ability to approach new genres with familiarity. A consummate presenter, Don has hosted his hugely popular Hexagon radio show for over eight years and is currently broadcast in over 68 countries to millions of listeners. Launched in 2015, his HEXAGON record label has given him the perfect platform to champion new talent. Year after year, the label remains one of the most influential imprints in the electronic music sphere.

R3HAB

Multi-platinum DJ and producer Fadil El Ghoul, better known as R3HAB, has been trailblazing his way through dance music for the past fifteen years. From his breakthrough remixes for Rihanna, Drake, Taylor Swift, and Calvin Harris to anthems such as Platinum-certified “All Around The World (La La La)” and “Lullaby,” to his collaborations with the likes of Ava Max, ZAYN, Luis Fonsi, Sean Paul, and more, R3HAB has proven to be one of the most forward-thinking artists in the game. His work has collected over 11 billion streams to date, including more than 1.2B in 2023 alone. R3HAB founded his label CYB3RPVNK in 2016, which has passed 4B streams across platforms since its inception. R3HAB continues to evolve and diversify his sound by working with artists around the globe, pushing the boundaries of dance music as he collaborates across genres and languages. He is Spotify’s Most Discovered Artist, one of Spotify’s top 350 most streamed artists, ranked #14 on the prestigious DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs chart, and has earned over 80 Diamond, Platinum, and Gold certificates. R3HAB has embarked on multiple sold-out worldwide tours and was the first dance music artist to sell out 15 consecutive shows in China. On top of that, he performed at the world’s top festivals, such as EDC, Ultra Music Festival, Tomorrowland, Balaton Sound, Coachella, Summer Sonic Festival, DWP Jakarta. With his combination of innate artistry and innovative attitude, R3HAB has earned his place as a household name in dance music.

Unveils focus single ‘GRAND ILLUSION’

Aotearoa’s award-winning artist Georgia Lines has today released her impeccable debut album, THE ROSE OF JERICHO, along with its lead single ‘Grand Illusion’.

THE ROSE OF JERICHO is an astounding debut that further cements Georgia Lines’ reputation as an artist with an undeniable talent for capturing vulnerability through songwriting. Magic, nostalgic charm, musical depth and an incredible vulnerability is encapsulated within the album. It’s an immersive experience; sonically creating a unique sense of both old and new, through moments of whimsical strings and soaring melodies, piano ballads and sparkling synths, stacked harmonies and hook-laden choruses. At the centre of it all is Georgia’s flawless vocals; skilfully intertwining raw and honest storytelling, drawn from her own life experiences.

“The Rose of Jericho is a flower that can survive in the desert; it can endure months of dehydration. However, when it is put back into water, it comes back to life. The name felt like the perfect way to signify my journey, one that I will look back on in 20 years’ time and see the collection of songs, The Rose Of Jericho, as the time when I wrote an album that helped me heal, process, and brought me back to life.”

“I have always felt this deep pull, almost a weight or responsibility as an artist to write from a place of honesty and vulnerability,” reflects Georgia. “To create art that comes from a place of depth and meaning, in hope that it would mean something deeply to me, and to those who listen; which is both exciting and absolutely terrifying.”

“The past few years have been some of the hardest years of my life. Ones that have been full of grief, loss and pain. As I have allowed myself to sit in those spaces and brave the fears of voicing the pain, I’ve written this album. Which I am deeply proud of.” 

Written over the course of two years and recorded during a four-week period, produced by Nic Manders, THE ROSE OF JERICHO features a careful curation of musicians and producers at the top of their game. Co-writers on the album include Leroy Clampitt, Whakaio Taahi, Ricky Manning, Djeisan Suskov, Teeks, Nic Manders, Drew Pearson, Alex Austin, Lara Frew and Phoebe Sinclair.

“It was such a privilege to work with Nic Manders on this record, and throughout the entire process has always felt like the perfect partnership for this body of work. His care, intention and delicacy that he approached the songs with, paired with his absolute musical wizardry was something that I really loved and admired and was deeply grateful to play a huge part of the record. For both Nic Manders and I, who we chose to collaborate with was a crucial aspect of the album’s creation. We approached each addition to the project with careful consideration, understanding that every person brought into the fold could shift its direction. This wasn’t necessarily a negative aspect, similar to choosing colours to paint with, but rather a deliberate choice to maintain the album’s integrity and coherence. Teeks’ involvement in the duet is a perfect example of this this approach. His presence created a safe space for sharing and writing the song that needed to be written, bringing another layer of authenticity and depth to the project.”

Along with today’s album comes the lead single ‘Grand Illusion’; an incredibly beautiful track with big vocals, strings, and an upright piano. “Grand Illusion reflects on the struggle and desire to create a meaningful life amidst distractions and illusions. All whilst longing for authenticity and finding comfort in embracing both beauty and pain.”

The stunning accompanying video for ‘Grand Illusion’ was filmed at the Auckland Art Gallery. 

Of the 10-track debut album, only two singles were released prior: the opening track, ‘Grow Old Without You’, and the heartfelt ballad ‘The Letter’. Featuring on Rolling Stone AU/NZ, The Edge, ZM, More fm, The Hits, Sniffers, Coup de Main, Seven Sharp and more,

Georgia’s success is not surprising, given her impressive track record. She has just won Best Pop Artist at the 2024 AMA’s and was named the AMA Breakthrough Artist of the Year in 2022. Her EP HUMAN topped the Official Top 20 NZ Album chart, and her lead single ‘Faith’ held the #1 spot on the NZ Airplay Radioscope chart for four consecutive weeks. Her live performances have also received critical acclaim, and she has opened for international acts and performed at various showcases around the world including SXSW, Big Sound and Los Angeles iconic industry showcase, School Night.

This success was complemented by her electrifying showcase at SXSW, leading to her signing with Wasserman Music. The momentum from this event propelled her Spotify streams to an astounding 8 million. Recently, she completed her first US tour supporting Abraham Alexander in November 2023, and in March 2024, Georgia embarked on her second U.S tour, a 13-date tour across the US supporting Priya Ragu.

PRAISE 

“Lines is a formidable lyricist, blessed with a powerful vocal range, but it also helps that she’s caked in self-confidence, and her charisma easily won over the mellow crowd below her.”

ROLLING STONE AUSTRALIA

“Georgia Lines’ discography is the perfect amalgamation of old and new pop music, opening up a world of new opportunities, and defining a new trajectory for the future of pop music.”

MELODIC MAGAZINE (US)

“Georgia Lines’ ability to seemingly connect with every member of the audience is truly remarkable, making for one wonderful evening. It doesn’t hurt that original songs such as ‘Never Had Love’, ‘No One Knows’ and ‘Made For Loving’ are every bit as good as anything you’re likely to hear on the radio.”

NZ HERALD

“Georgia Lines has emerged as a formidable talent in New Zealand’s music industry. Her unique blend of soulful melodies and evocative lyrics has resonated with audiences worldwide, securing her a spot on the international music stage. Her rise to fame has been swift and dramatic, testament to her undeniable talent and the universal appeal of her music.”

BNN BREAKING (US)

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The Rose Of Jericho is out Now!

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