CARLITA AND JUSTINE SKYE UNVEIL “WYWD” MUSIC VIDEO DIRECTED BY HIDJI WORLD

WATCH THE VIDEO OUT FROM CARLITA’S FORTHCOMING ALBUM TELEPATHY, OUT NOVEMBER 6 VIA NINJA TUNE

Carlita and Justine Skye today unveil the official music video for “WYWD,” directed by Hidji World, whose work includes projects with A$AP Rocky, Future, Metro Boomin and The Weeknd. Starring both artists, the video follows the single’s October 16 release via Ninja Tune. Following Carlita and Skye through New York’s house parties, dive bars and chance encounters with friends, the video offers an intimate portrait of their friendship and the city’s after-hours rhythms.

With creative direction by Pedro Damasceno and cinematography by Leroy Farrell, the video brings Carlita and Skye’s collaboration to the screen. Hidji World and Rayymond share editing credits, with Cesar Perez serving as executive producer. Carlita is styled by Luca Migliaro, with hair and makeup by Amanda Wilson, while Skye’s styling is by Von Ford, with hair by Nikki Nelms and makeup by Jezz Hill.

Fresh off her summer dance project, CANDY, Skye brings her soulful vocals to a record that expands Carlita’s club-rooted sound through songwriting, live instrumentation and warm, understated dance-pop. Moving between R&B, pop and dance music, Skye’s latest chapter draws on the history of Black dance music, placing movement, pleasure and self-expression at its center. From her breakout single “Collide” to her role as Annika Longstreet on Grown-ish, she has built a career spanning music, screen and style.

“WYWD” (short for “What You Wanna Do”) appears on Carlita’s forthcoming sophomore album, Telepathy, arriving November 6 via Ninja Tune. Across the record, sleek grooves and psychedelic textures frame an exploration of human magnetism: the connections between people, memories and places. Telepathy, as Carlita describes it, is “thinking about somebody or something with no attempt at possessing that thing, only for it to come into your life anyway.” Alongside Skye, the album features contributions from SOFI TUKKER, Paige Cavell, Stevie Appleton, Malive and more.

The video also continues Carlita’s creative partnership with Damasceno, who oversees the album’s visual direction, with cover and album photography by Rafael Pavarotti. These collaborations connect the Turkish-Italian producer, DJ and multi-instrumentalist’s music and fashion interests.

Watch the official “WYWD” music video now. The single is available across streaming platforms, and Telepathy arrives November 6 via Ninja Tune.
 

“WYWD” MUSIC VIDEO CREDITS

Direction & Production
Director — Hidji World
Creative Director — Pedro Damasceno
Executive Producer — Cesar Perez
Production Manager — Diana Tineo
First Assistant Director — Sulay Muhammad

Cinematography & Post-Production
Director of Photography — Leroy Farrell
Steadicam Operator — Finn Field-Thompson
1st Assistant Camera — Sebastian Buendia Arevalo
Editors — Hidji World & Rayymond

Talent
Main Cast — Carlita
Main Cast — Justine Skye
Dancer — Briana Benevides

Carlita — Wardrobe, Hair & Makeup
Stylist — Luca Migliaro (@lukawaii)
Hair & Makeup — Amanda Wilson

Justine Skye — Wardrobe, Hair & Makeup
Stylist — Von Ford
Styling Assistant — Jay Hussa
Hair Stylist — Nikki Nelms
Makeup Artist — Jezz Hill

Telepathy Tracklist:
1. Intro (Bri Baby Mix)
2. WYWD (with Justine Skye)
3. Pablo
4. Waking Up On A Sunny Morning (with Edd)
5. Manhattan (with SOFI TUKKER)
6. Helado
7. Rising Up (feat. Cleo Simone)
8. Disco Lady
9. Solar Skin (with Malive, feat. jasper.wav)
10. One More Dance (with Stevie Appleton)
11. Patchwork (with Paige Cavell)
12. Another Fantasy
13. Tame My Love (feat. Kosmo Kint)
 

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IGLOOFEST MONTREAL ANNOUNCES KAYTRANADA, SUBTRONICS, KETTAMA, DEADMAU5, FATBOY SLIM, BORIS BREJCHA, JAMES HYPE, CHRIS LORENZO + MORE FOR 2027 EDITION

In 2027, Igloofest returns from January 14 to February 6 for its 19th edition, wilder than ever! The festival will take over Montreal’s Old Port, bringing together nearly 100,000 festivalgoers for an explosive lineup. Under the theme “Face the Beast,” Igloofest invites the crowd to brave the bitter cold and unleash their party instincts.

Leading the charge is a heavyweight lineup of world-class artists, including deadmau5, Fatboy Slim, Boris Brejcha, KAYTRANADA, Mosimann, James Hype, Chris Lorenzo, KETTAMA, Subtronics, Ninajirachi, Fcukers (DJ Set) and Frost Children (DJ set), with even more surprises to come! The party will also continue with Igloofête, returning in a refreshed format on January 16, 23 and 30, and February 6, while the hotly anticipated Après-Ski nights will be unveiled in December. Produced by Multicolore, Igloofest promises another season where the cold isn’t an obstacle, but an invitation to push boundaries, come together and turn up the heat with an avalanche of beats, lights and collective energy. Because around here, we know cold: Montreal, the peak of cold!

Tickets go on presale tomorrow and will be available online Friday at https://igloofest.ca/en

Weekend 1 — January 14–16

There’s no time to waste when it comes to turning up the heat! On Thursday, January 14, Montreal producer KAYTRANADA, internationally acclaimed for his distinctive sound blending house, funk and hip-hop, will kick things off on the Sapporo Stage with his irresistible grooves and infectious rhythms. His longtime collaborator Lou Phelps will set the tone for the night with a DJ set, warming up the crowd for what promises to be an unforgettable opening night. On Friday, January 15, it’s time for James Hype, the British DJ and producer known for his spectacular transitions, explosive mashups and high-energy house sets built to get the crowd moving. On Saturday, January 16, British DJ and producer Chris Lorenzo, a major force in the house and bass house scene, will take over the Old Port with his heavy basslines and dancefloor-ready beats.

Three nights, three distinct sounds, one mission: crank up the heat!


Weekend 2 — January 21–23

On Thursday, January 21, get ready to welcome a true electronic music legend: Fatboy Slim! A pioneer of British big beat, the iconic DJ and producer will deliver a tidal wave of irresistible beats, crowd-pleasing classics and infectious energy. A special guest will also join the lineup, adding their own touch to what promises to be an electrifying night. On Friday, January 22, Irish DJ and producer KETTAMA will take over with his euphoric house sound, hard-hitting basslines and raw energy, making him one of the most exciting names on the electronic music scene today. On Saturday, January 23, Australian producer Ninajirachi will bring her bold electronic sound to the festival, blending futuristic textures and hyperpop rhythms with an unmistakable dancefloor energy. She’ll share the night with Frost Children, the New York duo whose DJ set blurs the lines between electro-pop, hyperpop and club music.

A frosty cocktail of sounds, served with a healthy dose of madness!


Weekend 3 — January 28–30

On Thursday, January 28, French-Swiss DJ and producer Mosimann brings his explosive take on electronic music to the festival, blending techno, electro and wildly unpredictable stage antics. Led by a DJ, producer and true force of nature behind the decks, this is a high-energy performance where anything can happen. The weekend’s grand finale arrives on Saturday, January 30, with the return of legendary Canadian producer deadmau5! Armed with productions that have helped shape the history of electronic music, he’ll bring his signature progressive sounds and epic buildups to the heart of the Montreal winter. Before he takes the stage, DJ and producer TDJ, a high-voltage force on Canada’s electronic music scene, will set the tone with soaring trance, euphoric melodies and uncompromising energy.


Weekend 4 — February 4–6

For the season’s penultimate big push, Igloofest is bringing out the heavy hitters! On Thursday, February 4, Fcukers (DJ Set), the New York duo, will melt the site with their explosive blend of electro, dance-punk, and retro-tinged house. On Friday, February 5, German producer Boris Brejcha, master of minimalist techno with futuristic flair and hypnotic rhythms, will bring his distinctive sound to the Old Port. Get ready for an experience that’s as intense as it is captivating under the stars! On Saturday, February 6, we’re cranking things up to eleven with Subtronics, a major force in American bass music and a true dubstep heavyweight. Expect earth-shaking basslines, unpredictable drops, and an avalanche of sound that’ll have Igloofest shaking until the very last beat.

Celebrating Our Local Beasts!

Igloofest isn’t just bringing international heat to the dancefloor — it’s also roaring with hometown pride! A true showcase for Montreal’s electronic music scene, the festival once again puts local talent in the spotlight, celebrating the artists who help shape its unique identity. From house and techno to cutting-edge grooves and bold sounds, Montreal’s scene has bite, talent and, above all, a vibe all its own.

This year, local collectives and artists are back to turn up the heat. On the Vidéotron Stage, Montreal-based collective Ferias will present a lineup celebrating local and international club culture. Expect irresistible grooves spanning house, funk, dub and acid, culminating in a closing set by British duo Make A Dance.

Next up, AMPER will bring its unstoppable energy to the festival. This homegrown label has been making waves with events across the city. Over on the Sapporo Stage, artist Lia Plutonic, known for her warm, groove-driven sets blending house, disco, electro, bass music and soul rhythms, will also take the spotlight, alongside Isla Den (DJ set), whose sound merges pop melancholy with futuristic sonics — showcasing the vibrant talent that makes Montreal’s electronic music scene one of a kind.

The rave spirit of Pep Rally will also be on full display, exploring sounds like ghettotech, breakbeat, Latin house and electro. Sun and Earth will add to Montreal’s vibrant electronic scene with a melodic set from duo Hicky & Kalo. Montreal’s next generation of talent is bringing plenty of boldness and power to the dancefloor. Two more collectives will join the festivities: KNTC, which shines a light on lesser-known underground electronic sounds and champions an intimate, immersive, ego-free party culture; and Hauterageous, a community-driven collective celebrating underground talent and marginalized artists through inclusive rave events. Together, these acts showcase the richness and diversity of Montreal’s electronic music scene, where distinct sounds collide and musical boundaries disappear.
 

The Beast Is on the Move: Igloofest Expands into New Territory!

Igloofest is no longer making Montreal dance alone. In recent years, the festival has expanded its territory, heating up crowds from coast to coast! The winter fever continues with Igloofest Gatineau, returning for its third edition from February 11 to 13, followed by Igloofest Québec, celebrating its fifth edition from March 4 to 6. The conquest then heads west with the return of Igloofest Edmonton for its second edition from March 11 to 13.

And this is just the beginning…

Igloofest Thanks Its Partners

Igloofest extends its heartfelt thanks to its presenting partner, Sapporo; its collaborating partner, Vidéotron; its major partners, Banque Nationale, NYX Professional Makeup, Poppers and Loto-Québec; its official partners, Intelcom, SAQ and STM; and its public partners, Old Port of Montréal Corporation, the City of Montréal, Tourisme Montréal and the Government of Québec.

CLUB MUSIC BUT RENEWED, PETERBLUE AND NOISE MAFIA BRING FUNKY TEXTURES, BROKEN BEATS AND FLAVOUR

PETERBLUE & Noise Mafia bring a fresh and renewed perspective to the global dance scene with their forthcoming album on Warner Music

Latin Music is not a genre, it's a perspective, a collection of sounds from over 20 countries, 6 hundred million people and hundreds of musical traditions in one word.

Two Colombian artists, PETERBLUE and Noise Mafia join forces for a brand-new single ‘Tabaco Camel’. The first single for their forthcoming album ‘Vulgar’ this November on Warner Music.

PETERBLUE has become recognised as one of the leading figures in Latin Club music and a pioneer of the post-pandemic Latin fusion genre. He brings the funky textures, broken beats, the speed and flavour. Whilst Noise Mafia has become a household name in the dance world through his releases and massive festival appearances, bringing trance, rave energy, impact, the weight and structure to their forthcoming collaboration.

“We don't make Latin music so it can fit into the club. We make club music from the

music we grew up on and we’re surrounded by every day”

Both artists rich in Latin heritage and culture, they come together to deliver club music fused with Latin rhythms, including merengue, reggaeton, champeta, guaracha and dembow. They bring a fresh and renewed perspective to the global dance scene.

The first single ‘Tabaco Camel’ is filled with phonk textures, busy percussion and subtle acid touches give the track a playful, carnival feel, while deep, droning sounds add to its offbeat character. Bringing their roots into an adventurous blend of hard dance influences, the pair deliver a wild, energetic club cut with rhythm and fun at its centre.

‘Vulgar’ is a project that combines genres that at some point were despised, banned or called ‘bad taste’, together they place them at the forefront of club culture, not asking to fit in, but to become something else.

This is music from the people, for the people.

PETERBLUE x Noise Mafia’s ‘Tabaco Camel’ will be released on Warner Music on the 16th October.