Andrew Bayer Teams Up with Ophelia Label Head Seven Lions on the Lead Single ‘Place I Belong’ off his Forthcoming EP
In a long-awaited return to Trance, dance music enthusiasts are in for a treat as Seven Lions and Andrew Bayer join forces once again with their mesmerizing collaboration, ‘Places I Belong’. This dynamic track, featuring the enchanting vocals of Seven Lions’ longtime collaborator Fiora, seamlessly weaves longing piano chords into a blend of nostalgic and modern eurodance verses. The euphoric synths soar to new heights, capturing not just the essence of music but a profound sense of belonging.
The much-anticipated release of ‘Places I Belong’ marks the triumphant return of Trance from Seven Lions but also signifies a reunion with Andrew Bayer. This collaboration follows their previous joint venture, ‘Returning To You (feat. Alison May)‘ released two years ago, which garnered widespread acclaim for its groundbreaking sound and innovative approach to electronic music.
Andrew Bayer, the visionary behind some of the most experimental albums on Anjunabeats, takes the lead with ‘Places I Belong,’ marking the debut single off his upcoming EP to be released on Ophelia Records and winter tour. Known for pushing musical boundaries, Bayer’s previous works include the critically acclaimed ‘It’s Artificial,’ ‘If It Were You, We’d Never Leave,’ and the modern alt-pop masterpiece, ‘In My Last Life.’ His latest studio album, ‘Duality,’ has achieved remarkable success, reaching #1 on the US/Canada iTunes Dance chart and receiving accolades from industry giants like Sirius XM’s Diplo and Liquid Todd, BBC Radio 1’s Annie Nightingale, and KCRW’s Jason Bentley.
Seven Lions, the Washington-based producer and bass music pioneer, has consistently pushed the boundaries of electronic music throughout his illustrious career. From winning a Beatport remix contest in 2012 with his dubstep-infused version of Above & Beyond’s “You Got To Go” to establishing Ophelia Records in 2018, Seven Lions, born Jeff Montalvo, has earned support from renowned labels such as Anjunabeats, Casablanca, OWSLA, Viper Recordings, Republic Records, and Monstercat. Ophelia Records, a leading independent label in the melodic bass subgenre, was crowned Dancing Astronaut’s Label Of The Year in 2021 and has achieved multiple #1 iTunes Dance albums. Seven Lions’ productions have graced stages at prestigious festivals, including Ultra Music Festival, Electric Daisy Carnival, Electric Zoo, and HARD.
Classically trained in singing and violin, Fiora Cutler’s musical journey began with winning a scholarship to the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University. There, she studied voice, completing a bachelor’s degree in music performance under the guidance of Professor Janet Delpratt, graduating in 2001. Fiora’s exceptional training and musical prowess shine through in ‘Places I Belong,’ and other collaborations with Seven Lions like ‘Dreamin‘ and ‘See You Again‘ with Jason Ross. where her vocals take center stage, guiding listeners through a sonic journey that evokes both nostalgia and a forward-looking sense of euphoria.
As we eagerly anticipate the release of Andrew Bayer’s new EP, ‘Places I Belong’ stands as a testament to the enduring creativity of these two dance music luminaries. Don’t miss Andrew Bayer’s Places I Belong Tour in February and March, which will hit seven major cities in North America including Dallas, Tempe, Durham, Seatle, Minneapolis in the United States, and Montreal and Vancouver in Canada.
