Following on from the recent release of ‘Wake Up’ featuring MRD, Alan Walkerreturns to drop the rest of the Neon Nights EP, featuring a number of different sounds, show-stopping features from Lova and bludnymph, as well as an accompanying campaign with Epic Games’ Rocket League!
At such an exciting time for Alan Walker, the worldwide dance music artistis ecstatic to release his Neon Nights EP exclusively on Monstercatthis August! Monstercat, who have a massive digital footprint in the gaming and technologyworld, also releasing huge records from global artists like Nicky Romero, Vikkstar, Marshmello and more. Now, as two powerhouses of the music world, Alan Walker and Monstercat finally combine for the first time ever on this brand-new EP, arriving as a match made in heaven for this release in collaboration with Rocket League as part of their similarly named in-game music festival of which Alan will headline! Neon Nightsis a four track EP, in which each song possesses its own unique sonic profile, taking influence from future house, dance pop and even drum and bass.
The EP will be featured throughout Rocket League, where fans will be able to claim each song from the EP as their very own player anthem and hear it in rotation on Rocket League Radio. It’s not just the music however, players can earn Walker-themed items for completing Neon Nights Challenges; score ten goals in online matches to unlock the A.W. Mask Topper, and get two Aerial Hits to unlock the A.W. Octane Decal. Fancy talking some Walker Wheels for a spin? The Walkzz Wheels are yours if you can get 50 Centers or Clears in Online Matches. With a whole host of other exclusive content to be found in the item store via the Jäger 619 Alan Walker Bundle, it’s safe to say that Alan Walker is taking over Rocket League!
“I've always enjoyed gaming, and it’s definitely my go-to when I'm on tour or just need a break from everyday life! That’s why it's a great honor to be part of this collaboration. I'm a huge Epic fan and have truly enjoyed the entire process. It's incredible to see my logo, and my new EP find their home in Rocket League. Now, I just hope that both my fans and Rocket League fans love what they see and hear!” - Alan Walker on Neon Nights EP and Rocket League collaboration
Lead single from the EP is ‘Beautiful Nightmare’ with bludnymph, one of the main voices in the Canadian indie-pop and alt-rap scenes. Touching on elements of drum & bass and breaks, ‘Beautiful Nightmare’ is a departure from Alan’s usual style and the quality of this release is testament to the Norwegian superstar's versatility when it comes to dance music production. bludnymph, who is known for her unique fusion of alt-rap and pop sounds, has only been releasing music for three years and already the young vocalist has an array of successful releases under her belt, including her two 2023 EP’s ‘DROOL’ and ‘SEX MACHINA’. Her fast ascension up the ranks lead to her recent single ‘Self Destruction Mode’, working with giants of the game The Chainsmokers. The production is liquidy, free flowing and energetic and features a quirky yet catchy vocal performance from bludnymph, making for a beautifully composed vocal drum & bass banger – a perfect soundtrack to your Rocket League endeavours!
The masked producer looks to the talent pool of his home country once again with the release of ‘Wake Up’ alongside MRD. MRD, who is more recently known for his hyper-influenced sound, pushing the tempo with releases like ‘Midsommar’ with Narciss, brings his hardcore flavour to Walker’s cosmic and synth-laden production, creating an innovative soundscape which will take listeners on a journey through time and space.
‘Lifeline’ with Lova is an emotionally charged ballad featuring Walker’s signature dance-pop production and a show stopping, angelic vocal part from Swedish singer/songwriter Lova. This track feels like a continuation from ‘Unsure’ with Kylie Cantrall, another track which followed the classical Alan Walker recipe, something which the fans long for!
The final song on the EP ‘Club Leclerc (Racers Mix)’ is a light-hearted nod to one of Alan’s favourite F1 drivers and friend Charles Leclerc, taking inspiration from this viral TikTok video and sound, which has been viewed millions of times and used by celebrities like Camila Cabello. Alan and Charles initially created a connection via their interaction on social media. ‘Club Leclerc’ adds a high-octane exclamation mark on thea star-studded EP!
