Tropical House
Kygo, Gryffin and Calum Scott Collide for Uplifting Dance Anthem, “Woke Up in Love”
A new high-profile collab between Kygo, Gryffin and Calum Scott aims to make your heart skip a beat. The trio have released “Woke Up in Love,” tying a bow on the summer of 2022 with an uplifting dance record. In a stentorian vocal performance, the prolific Scott explores the complex feelings associated with chasing the highs of an elusive love. “Lately, I’ve been losing these nights / One more heartbreak and I’m done with this / Shadows on the ceiling, they don’t fight / But I still argue for the hell of it,” he croons. From there, it’s all Kygo and Gryffin, whose bubbly production evokes sun-drenched coasts and toes in the sand. Check out “Woke Up in Love” below. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles Meanwhi...
Pioneering Tropical House Artist Thomas Jack Returns After 4-Year Hiatus: Listen to “Sandman”
One of the forefathers of tropical-inspired electronic music has returned with a bold new direction and the same feel-good energy. It’s a best-of-both-worlds scenario as longtime fans of Thomas Jack re-embrace the Australian producer following a four-year hiatus. Jack’s career certainly wasn’t one you’d up and leave behind without good reason. The pioneering “Rivers” producer is widely credited with having had a role in coining the term “tropical house” after a friend jokingly suggested he adopt the terminology based on how his music sounded. That’s because his music channeled the exotic sounds of summer across the world. Uplifting and carefree, Jack’s music was breezy, light and distinct in its employment of eclectic ...
Watch the Poignant Music Video for Kygo’s Slow-Burning Single, “Freeze”
Kygo‘s “Freeze” is an ode to life’s unforgettable moments. Following the release of the spritely “Dancing Feet” alongside chart-topping dance-pop band DNCE, Kygo opts for a distinctly sentimental tone switch on his latest single, “Freeze.” The near 8-minute single opens with a modest piano melody, but this is merely just the humble beginning of a slow-burning sonic journey that’s thoroughly worth exploring. “Freeze” is rooted in the innate human desire to hit pause on life’s most impactful moments in real time. The production builds with dreamy, twinkling synth soundscapes before a driving, modular bassline whips the arrangement into a satisfying house chorus. The track’s cathartic moments feel markedly more cine...
Kygo Flexes Signature Sound on Breezy Dance Anthem, “Undeniable”: Listen
As the old adage goes: if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Enter Kygo, who has teamed up with X Ambassadors for a signature tropical house anthem called “Undeniable.” The Norwegian superstar, who is ubiquitously considered one of the genre’s originators, has utilized his tried-and-true formula for the new single, a breezy dance anthem. Released today, October 15th, “Undeniable” is poetry in motion. The single ebbs and flows with Kygo’s classic sound, highlighted by warm vocal chops and bubbly guitar plucks. It’s a love song at its core, and one that arrives right ahead of cuffing season. “I’ve always had an affinity for big-ass love songs but don’t often end up writing them,” said X Ambassadors lead singer-so...
Kygo Drops Sun-Kissed Tropical House Stunner “Love Me Now”: Listen
Kygo has returned to finish off the summer strong with a new single called “Love Me Now,” out now via RCA Records. “Love Me Now” features an immaculate summertime vibe representative of Kygo’s signature sound. Vocal chops, gorgeous tropical piano chords, and subtle percussive elements blend perfectly with Zoe Wees’ unmistakable vocals, making this tune an intoxicating, feel-good summer jam. These two have effortlessly written the perfect ballad to close out the summer, as fans of both artists will be jamming to this until the fall hits. Check out “Love Me Now” below. Recommended Articles Although Kygo has been relatively quite in 2021 on the new music side of the business, he’s still managed to keep himself busy. His Palm Tre...
Kygo Announces Full-Capacity Red Rocks Concert This Summer
Tropical house pioneer Kygo has announced a headlining set at the iconic Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater this summer. The beloved global dance music superstar recently shared the news that he will descend on the picturesque Colorado open air venue on June 24th, 2021, when a number of unannounced special guests will also take the stage. The performance has the feel of a special one. Over the course of the last year, Kygo has released acclaimed reworks of Tina Turner’s “What’s Love Got To Do With It” and Donna Summer’s “Hot Stuff,” as well as his third studio album Golden Hour. He noted that he’ll be performing tracks from the album for the first time at Red Rocks after over a year in lockdown. “I can’t...
Kygo Drops Emotive New Single “Gone Are The Days”: Listen
Kygo has dropped his first single of the year, an emotive new track titled “Gone Are The Days” featuring British singer-songwriter James Gillespie. The release comes as a two-for-one and features a beautiful piano version along with the original. The reflective single is heartbreaking but relatable for those who’ve loved and lost. Gillespie’s soulful and vulnerable vocal performance is impactful and beautifully supported by Kygo’s signature production of lush piano chords, soaring pads, and aching strings. Listen to the track below. Kygo recently performed one of the most awe-inspiring sets of his career earlier this year. The performance was streamed via Moment House and was filmed in the beautiful Sunnmore Alps in his home country of Norway. You can st...
