Darude, a renowned Finnish DJ and producer, has teamed up with House Body and vocalist Oskr to release a new single titled “Outlaws,” marking his first release in over three years.
The song, which is also the debut release on Darude’s new label Vibing Out, features a blend of electronic and uplifting sounds with a twanging guitar riff and the raspy tones of Oskr’s voice, creating a raw and rebellious energy. The track builds up with dance-driven beats and dynamic synth stabs that are echoed by ringing sirens, creating a party-fuelled mayhem that is sure to get people dancing.
Darude’s impressive musical career spans over 25 years, with hits such as “Sandstorm,” “Music,” and “Next to You,” taken from his four studio albums. He has performed at various world-class events such as Tomorrowland, Parookaville, and Dreamstate SoCal. In 2019, Darude had the honour of representing his homeland, Finland, in the Eurovision Song Contest, the biggest live music event in the world.
Oskr, the multi-faceted singer, songwriter, and producer, who collaborated with Darude on “Outlaws,” is a rising star from Finland’s music scene. He has already secured signings with notable labels such as Hardwell’s Revealed Recordings and has scored over 1 million Spotify streams on his 2021 debut single, “Lie.”
Completing the trio is House Body, the Finnish producer, DJ, songwriter, and visual artist, who draws inspiration from a blend of old-school house, techno, and garage influences, with occasional nods to hip-hop and dancehall. House Body has co-production/writing credits with notable artists such as Nervo, Felix Jaehne, and Backstreet Boys.
Darude’s new label, Vibing Out, was born out of his weekly #VibingOut live-stream party on Twitch, and it aims to showcase community-driven ethos, embracing new technologies and providing a platform for fresh electronic talents. Darude’s “Outlaws” is a supreme example of Finland’s homegrown talents, and it’s a testament to the Finnish DJ’s ability to create music that caters to the mind, body, and soul.
