GRYFFIN ANNOUNCES PART I OF UPCOMING 4TH STUDIO ALBUM ELEMENTS

Anticipated Single ‘Spin Me Slowly’ With Julia Church Out Now

Following “Ten Years of Music” Two-Night Kickoff At Cow Palace

Dance music powerhouse GRYFFIN today announces Part I of his highly anticipated fourth studio album ELEMENTS due out this Fall via 10K Projects. The announcement arrives alongside his long-awaited single ‘Spin Me Slowly’ with acclaimed vocalist Julia Church out now.

First premiered at Ultra Music Festival in 2025, ‘Spin Me Slowly’ is one of GRYFFIN’s most sought-after IDs. Equal parts uplifting and anthemic, the track captures the emotive songwriting and dynamic energy that’s become a throughline in GRYFFIN’s discography. ‘Spin Me Slowly’ soars with swooning melodies, rushing crescendos, and a heartwarming hook built for crowds to sing along. A propulsive entry in ELEMENTS, ‘Spin Me Slowly’ hints at the metaphysical themes that surround the project while embracing the momentum and force that make it a natural fit for the official Forza Horizon 6 soundtrack.

“When Julia flew to Red Rocks to perform ‘Never Letting Go’ with me in October 2024, it was her first time EVER in the US. And this legend arrived in Denver on a delayed flight from London to Uber straight to Red Rocks and 5 mins later found herself sound checking at the coolest venue in the world. She handled it like the pro that she is and didn’t flinch. Her suitcase was sitting on the stage…no joke. We’d never met, and she’d never performed or been to the US before, but we had this special song that both of us were so excited about. Months later she flew to Miami for Ultra to debut ‘Spin Me Slowly’.” – GRYFFIN

"Watching ‘Spin Me Slowly’ evolve into the song it is today has been incredibly special, and I’m so proud of what we created. Dan is unwavering in keeping the integrity of the songwriting close to his chest, and for that he is a true artist and someone I will always love working with. It’s surreal to think this song has already taken me to stages like Red Rocks, Ultra, and Lollapalooza Chicago. I can’t wait for everyone to finally hear it and hopefully love it as much as we do." – Julia Church

Due out this Fall, ELEMENTS arrives at a pivotal moment for GRYFFIN. While his “Ten Years of Music” concert series celebrates a decade of career-defining records, ELEMENTS looks ahead, introducing the next evolution of his sound and creative vision. The juxtaposition sits at the heart of this next chapter: a reflection on the journey that brought him here and a glimpse into where he’s headed next. The series kicked off over the weekend with two sold-out nights at Cow Palace in his Bay Area hometown, before continuing to Brooklyn, Los Angeles, and Red Rocks later this year.

Based in London by way of South Africa, Julia Church is one of dance music’s favorite singer-songwriters. Her vocal prowess has led to collaborations with John Summit, Armin Van Buuren, Sub Focus, and more. Church first linked with GRYFFIN in 2024 for ‘Never Letting Go’ with ALOK, later performing the collaboration live at Red Rocks. 

Stream GRYFFIN and Julia Church’s new single ‘Spin Me Slowly’ available now on all platforms.

GRYFFIN UPCOMING TOUR DATES
June 19 – XS Nightclub – Las Vegas, NV
June 26-27 – Breakaway Music Festival – Grand Rapids, MI
July 3 – Encore Beach Club – Las Vegas, NV
July 11 – Encore Beach Club – Las Vegas, NV
July 17 – XS Nightclub – Las Vegas, NV
July 19 – Tomorrowland – Boom, BE
July 31 – XS Nightclub – Las Vegas, NV
August 1 – Fisher Green Pavilion – Seattle, WA
August 7 – Encore Beach Club – Las Vegas, NV
August 9 – ÎLE SONIQ – Montreal, QC
August 14 – Encore Beach Club – Las Vegas, NV
August 21-22 – Breakaway Music Festival – Worcester, MA
September 5-6 – North Coast Music Festival – Bridgeview, IL
October 17 – Under the K Bridge – Brooklyn, NY
October 23-24 – Exposition Park – Los Angeles, CA
October 30 – SCREAM Festival – Edmonton, AB
November 13 – Red Rocks Amphitheatre – Morrison, CO
November 14 – PNE Forum – Vancouver, BC
November 20 – History – Toronto, ON
November 21 – History – Toronto, ON

EXIT AND P+US TO DEBUT STARLIGHT FESTIVAL AT THE PYRAMIDS OF GIZA THIS OCTOBER

Three-time European Best Major Festival winner EXIT is bringing its globally recognised festival experience to Egypt this October with the launch of Starlight Festival, a brand-new multi-day concept taking place from October 8th-11th near the Great Pyramids of Giza in partnership with Venture Lifestyle and its electronic music platform P+US.

Leading the lineup are Charlotte de Witte with an exclusive first-ever performance in Egypt, Michael Bibi bringing his sound to the pyramids for the very first time, and global melodic techno phenomenon Adriatique, returning to the iconic location after previously delivering a monumental show attended by nearly 10,000 people. The programme further brings together Vintage Culture, Pete Tong, WhoMadeWho and Enrico Sangiuliano, alongside dozens of regional and international artists. 

Set against the desert sands beside one of the world’s most significant symbols of ancient civilisation, Starlight will unite the global electronic music community within a setting shaped by thousands of years of history, while bringing together one of the strongest electronic lineups the region has seen to date.

As one of the key stops of EXIT’s expanding global tour, the festival’s main nights will take place on October 9 and 10 near the pyramids, while opening and closing events will unfold across selected locations throughout Cairo. Across more than five festival stages and zones, Starlight will also feature one of the world’s most advanced VR experiences, originally unveiled at Expo Dubai.

Starlight’s two main festival nights will be held on October 9 and 10 against the Great Pyramids of Giza, while the opening and closing events will unfold across selected locations throughout Cairo. Across more than five festival stages and zones, Starlight will also feature one of the world’s most advanced VR experiences, originally unveiled at Expo Dubai. As with other events held in the area, Starlight will not be staged directly at the pyramids, which will serve as a monumental backdrop from a specially designated location developed in accordance with the site’s historical importance and protected status. 

Dušan Kovačević, founder and CEO of EXIT Festival, said: “It is a great honour to be invited to bring the premium festival concept near one of the grandest monuments in human history. EXIT has always been known for combining world-class entertainment with a strong social mission, which in this case will be dedicated to celebrating Egypt’s extraordinary cultural heritage to a global audience. We are especially pleased to have Venture Lifestyle as our partner on this project, given their reputation for delivering exceptional events in the region.”

Highlighting the growing importance of music tourism whose total value is over $100 billion globally, Rabih Mokbel, founder and CEO of Venture Lifestyle and its platform P+US, added: “It’s an honour for us at Venture Lifestyle to co-create Starlight alongside EXIT, a festival that has shaped the European scene for more than two decades. Bringing this legacy together in Egypt represents a major milestone for the region. We believe our collaboration will introduce a new generation of festival experiences and set a new benchmark for entertainment across MENA. Working hand-in-hand with EXIT’s team, we expect Starlight to attract a significant number of international visitors and contribute tens of millions of dollars to Egypt’s tourism economy, while establishing a long-term platform for cultural exchange between Europe and the Middle East.”

Venture Lifestyle (VLS) is an Emirati-Lebanese entertainment and hospitality company based in Egypt, recognised for producing large-scale cultural, nightlife and live entertainment experiences across the Middle East and beyond. Through its electronic music platform P+US, the company has delivered globally recognised projects, including Anyma’s Quantum Genesys at the Great Pyramids of Giza, positioning itself among the region’s leading innovators in experiential entertainment. 

Tickets are available through the official Starlight Festival website.

ESCAPISM LAUNCHES IN MANCHESTER WITH DEEP DISH, SMOKIN JO AND PATTN AT THE ICONIC VICTORIA BATHS

Geoff Oakes, founder and former head of legendary brand Renaissance, leads the new events venture that takes off on the 10th October!

This October, an all-new series of grown-up, immersive daytime events arrives in Manchester as Escapism launches inside one of the city’s most remarkable architectural spaces on 10th October 2026. Created from the visionary mind of Geoff Oakes and joined by founding partner Dez Derry, whose support reinforces a shared commitment to championing electronic music culture in Manchester and across the wider UK, Escapism promises a new chapter in elevated daytime experiences.

Geoff Oakes is the man behind the legendary Renaissance brand that helped redefine club culture in the UK and beyond. His influential 90s party became synonymous with legendary sets from Sasha & Digweed and defined the original prog house sound with local, then global events and dance music's first ever and still hugely revered mix series. 

Oakes has already left an indelible impression on the scene and Escapism is a new bespoke events company dedicated to creating carefully curated electronic music experiences in extraordinary locations. Due to the very limited capacity and demand for this intimate event, tickets are expected to fly. Designed for a discerning 25+ audience, the brand places equal emphasis on music, environment and atmosphere with world-class artists playing truly unique venues with elevated production.

Speaking on the new venture, Geoff Oakes, Co-Founder of Escapism shares, "Escapism was created to bring world-class electronic music and exceptional production into historic and extraordinary spaces. We’ve carefully considered every detail; from the line-up, acoustics and production to the visual environment and the food and drink offering, transforming remarkable venues into immersive and unique experiences that encourage you to spend the whole day with us. Escapism is much more than just a day rave!”

The inaugural Escapism event takes place on Saturday 10th October at the stunning Victoria Baths, Manchester, running from 3:30pm until 11:30pm. The Grade II Listed former Victorian swimming baths is one of Britain's finest historic buildings and will provide a breathtaking backdrop for the launch with spectacular stained glass, intricate mosaics and grand architecture all adding to the atmosphere. 

While the pools themselves are long since empty, the building's connection to Manchester's musical heritage remains firmly intact as the venue once famously hosted a live performance from Gerald Simpson aka dance music innovator A Guy Called Gerald back in 1988 during the formative years of the city's electronic music explosion. 

Musically, Escapism offers an expertly curated lineup headed by an extended 4-hour set from Grammy-winning duo Deep Dish, pioneering DJ Smokin Jo and rising talent Pattn. Deep Dish remain one of electronic music's most influential acts with a richly emotive sound spanning house, prog and techno and a number of classics from 'Chocolate City' to 'Flashdance.' One of the most respected figures in global dance music, Smokin Jo's legendary Space Ibiza residency and regular appearances at DC10 helped define generations of Balearic club culture. 

Completing the lineup is Pattn, a sonic storyteller hailing from Newcastle, who pushes a sound of deep, leftfield house. Pattn's technical productions have appeared on labels including fabric Records, Live At Robert Johnson, and Isolate, and he has performed alongside legends like Sasha, John Digweed, Sven Väth, Laurent Garnier, and Mano Le Tough. Pattn's booking is a choice that demonstrates Geoff Oakes' commitment to giving talented young artists the platform to become global household names, mirroring his work supporting artists like John Digweed early in their careers.

Beyond the music, Escapism is designed as a complete sensory experience with premium, carefully selected street food vendors, specialist barista coffee, fully stocked bars and immersive production throughout the venue. A second room will be transformed into a lush, immersive installation to create an alternate atmosphere that complements the music and encourages exploration throughout the day.

Central to the Escapism philosophy is a commitment to genuine connection on the dancefloor. To encourage presence and participation, the event will operate a strict no phones on the dance floor policy.

With a heritage rooted in one of dance music's most influential brands and a vision firmly focused on the future, Escapism is a refreshing alternative to conventional club events - a series dedicated to exceptional music, extraordinary spaces and real connections. 

Due to the very limited capacity and demand for this intimate event, tickets are expected to fly and further lineup announcements will be revealed soon.

ESCAPISM

Victoria Baths, Manchester

Saturday 10th October

3:30pm – 11:30pm

Featuring:

Deep Dish

Smokin Jo

Pattn