Two-time Latin GRAMMY-nominated Brazilian music superstar Alok (@alok), popularly known for chart-topping collaborations with John Legend, Ellie Goulding, Ava Max, and Bebe Rexha, and Japanese-American DJ and producer Gryffin (@ griffin), known for hit songs “Feel Good” with Illenium and Daya and “Tie Me Down” with Elley Duhé, have released their new single, “Never Letting Go” featuring rising artist Julia Church (@juliachurch), a singer-songwriter from Durban, South Africa, known for her unique blend of folk and electronic sounds. With its captivating atmosphere and catchy melody, “Never Letting Go” is set to make waves on dance floors around the world and is available now on all DSPs and streaming platforms via Columbia/B1 Recordings/RCA Records.
Alok, Gryffin, & Julia Church – “Never Letting Go”
The uplifting track combines Alok and Gryffin’s dance pop production with Julia Church’s passionate vocals all while featuring a familiar sample: an interpolation of Enya’s iconic “Boadicea.” Julia sings, “Stared too long at the sun, you left me blind. I was gone but you never left my mind,” encapsulates unforgettable feelings. “I’m here to stay, can’t replace the way it felt. It’s not too late if you say you feel the same?” Later, lyrics such as “Out of the dark, from the edge, no I’m never letting go again” echo as the chorus begins, paired with an infectious beat and addictive rhythm.
“Never Letting Go” is released ahead of several shows the superstar duo will be doing across the country including Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado on October 18th, The Armory in Minneapolis on October 19th, and Forest Hills Stadium in New York on October 26th. Buy tickets from Ticketmaster.com to see Alok & Gryffin perform LIVE.
Alok
“Never Letting Go” comes following Alok’s first two nominations for the 2024 Latin GRAMMY Music Awards in the new ‘Best Latin Electronic Music Performance’ category for his songs, “Pedju Kunumigwe” with Guarani Nhandewa from his The Future Is Ancestral project, and “Drum Machine” with masked dance music artist DJ Pickle. He was also voted the number 1 Latin American DJ in the world by DJ Mag and number 3 in the world by Spin Genie.
Alok has released smash singles like “Summer’s Back” with British GRAMMY-winning singer/songwriter Jess Glynne, which topped the European Airplay charts, and “Deep In Your Love” with multi-platinum hitmaker Bebe Rexha. Alok also wrapped up a successful Las Vegas residency with Tao Group Hospitality and is preparing for his ‘ÁUREA Tour,’ which will travel across Brazil bringing a custom mega stage into football stadiums in November.
Most recently, Alok performed at the Global Citizen Music Festival in New York alongside some of the indigenous musicians with whom he collaborated on his album, “The Future Is Ancestral.” Alok’s song “JARAHA” with Brô MC’s from the project was recently announced to be included in the Official Soundtrack for the ‘EA Sports FC 25’ video game.
Gryffin
Gryffin has ascended as a major figure in the electronic music scene, recognized for his dynamic live performances. His debut album “Gravity” soared to the top of Billboard’s Dance/Electronic Albums chart in 2019, establishing him as a leading force in music.
This year has been fruitful for Gryffin with his recently released album, PULSE. The project features major collaborations with Rita Ora and Armin van Buuren. Further proving Gryffin as one of dance music’s unique acts, the project explores new dimensions of dance music and takes listeners on a journey into diverse musical landscapes.
Julia Church
Julia Church has made a name for herself by lending her vocals to a number of dance records that have accumulated over 60 million streams. She is well known for “Go Back” with John Summit and Sub Focus and “Resonate” with John Summit and Kaskade. Most recently, she released “Modern Tragedy” with Cheat Codes.
Alok & Gryffin – “Never Letting Go” Ft. Julia Church
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