With summer finally here, we know you want to start the season on a high. That’s where this new selection of fresh dance tunes comes in. The curation spans various styles, from melodic house to melodic bass, and carries songs with tropical house vibes, deep grooves, and captivating vocal hooks. Bring that lazy-day energy and carefree vibe to your playlist with these nine tracks.
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R3HAB – “All My Life”
R3HAB doesn’t play when it’s time to deliver a summer anthem. The Dutch-Moroccan DJ and producer recently crafted a melodic house song called “All My Life”. Featuring an ecstatic topline, the track is so contagious that its melodies will still be playing in your head hours or even days after listening. “‘All My Life’ means a lot to me. I wrote it during a camp in Thailand, and there was this real energy in the air – like everything was flowing. The lyric ‘Parachute when I free fall’ came from a moment of complete surrender… that feeling when you let go, drift into the unknown and somehow feel safe in it,” says R3HAB. The song is out via Polydor/Universal.
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2ŁØT x Aloe Blacc – “Immortal”
“Immortal” resulted from the recent collaboration between rising genre-bending outfit 2ŁØT and phenomenal singer Aloe Blacc. The song is very empowering, urging listeners to let go of fear and do whatever they want to do because tomorrow is never guaranteed. “‘Immortal’ is about unlocking the part of you that’s waiting to be set free, It’s a reminder that fear is the biggest barrier between you and your true calling. If you knew your time was short, what would you change?” says Rudy Love Jr. of 2ŁØT. With stirring vocals and hints of tropical house, this song is quite anthemic, its mantra applicable in our day-to-day lives.
2ŁØT and Aloe Blacc on Instagram>>
ANELOS – “Pressure”
ANELOS is a newcomer in the dance music scene. The American producer continues to excite with each new song he releases. His latest is an Afro house banger titled “Pressure”. With sultry lyrics and uplifting vocals, the track is quite captivating. “Pressure” is just as melodious as it is energetic and most listeners will find it enjoyable. The song is out via the label Dream Selector.
ANELOS on Instagram>>
yetep x Trella – “Hate It When It’s You”
Known for his pop-ready fusion of melodic bass and future bass, rising Los Angeles-based EDM producer yetep always brings emotion to the dancefloor. His newest single, “Hate It When It’s You”, saw him pair up with in-demand singer-songwriter Trella (a.k.a. Lindsey Sweat). Together, the two crafted a vibrant yet chilled down track with emotional depth and lyrical honesty. There’s a strong mainstream appeal to this song, which is out via Lost In Dreams Records.
yetep and Trella on Instagram>>
Ehrling x Eirik Næss – “Ocean Blue”
Swedish producer Ehrling linked up with Oslo-based Norwegian singer-songwriter Eirik Næss to deliver this chill, breezy house tune called “Ocean Blue”. The song features mellow vocals and tantalizing sun-kissed melodies. I find the horns so refreshing. “Ocean Blue” is perfect for sunset-watching or those romantic moments by the beach. Ehrling describes the production process: “‘Ocean Blue’ came together in late 2024. I was just messing around on the piano one evening and came up with these chords that had this super chill kind of dreamy vibe. I knew right away I wanted to add some saxophone. It just felt like the track needed that warmth. Then we sent it to Eirik and he jumped on the mic and laid down these crazy smooth vocals.”
Ehrling and Eirik Næss on Instagram>>
Don Diablo x Nelly Furtado – “Doing Nothin’”
The new collaboration between dance music mainstay Don Diablo and 2000s pop sensation Nelly Furtado is an energetic pop/house anthem called “Doing Nothin’”. The song carries influences from ’90s styles and makes you want to hit the dancefloor immediately it comes on. “I had so much fun working on ‘Doing Nothin” with Don Diablo. After all these years, it’s exciting to still be part of something that feels this fresh and full of energy. Collaborating with artists who push things forward keeps it all evolving – and that’s what I’m here for,” says Nelly Furtado, unable to hide her excitement about the project. For Don Diablo, this song follows his recent collabs with the likes of Jamiroquai and Major Lazer. “Doing Nothin’” was released via Casablanca Records / Universal Music on May 30th.
Don Diablo and Nelly Furtado on Instagram>>
Reinier Zonneveld x Bloom Twins – “Mama Maria”
Dutch musician Reinier Zonneveld has been able to craft a flavourful techno sound that infuses various styles. You can sample the producer’s style by listening to his new single which features London-based sister duo Bloom Twins. Called “Mama Maria”, the song sounds fun and summer-soaked. It features bright vocals and a captivating groove. “Mama Maria” was released via Armada Music.
Reinier Zonneveld and Bloom Twins on Instagram>>
Hanna Andréa x NUUD – “Starlight (NUUD Version)”
The song “Starlight” by Norwegian-born singer Hanna Andréa was released last year as part of her Stranded in the Middle project. A remix by Swedish producer NUUD has since been released. “Starlight (NUUD Version)” sees the emotional pop ballad transformed into a must-listen EDM tune. The new version blends shimmering production with clean vocals and has a generally cinematic feel. It was released on May 30th.
Hanna Andréa and NUUD on Instagram>>
SABAI x Linney – “Are You Happy Now (CloudNone Remix)”
SABAI’s “Are You Happy Now“, which is a collaboration with singer Linney, continues to mesmerize listeners and musicians alike. The song received a new remix the other week, with emerging masked producer CloudNone giving it a rework. “Are You Happy Now (CloudNone Remix)” is out Lost In Dreams Records. SABAI makes melodic house music.
SABAI, Linney and CloudNone on Instagram>>
