Steve Aoki Drops 9th Studio Album “Paragon” Featuring Collaborations With NE-YO, Lil Jon, and Kid Cudi
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Steve Aoki Drops 9th Studio Album “Paragon” Featuring Collaborations With NE-YO, Lil Jon, and Kid Cudi

Renowned producer and 2X GRAMMY-nominated artist Steve Aoki has unveiled his 9th studio album,Paragon.The story ofParagonbuilds off of the expansive Hiroquest universe Aoki has established through his music, trading cards, and a newly released graphic novel.

The album showcases the contemporary global dance sounds Aoki encounters during his 200+ concerts each year. It features his latest collab with Kid Cudi, the vibrant sounds of South Africa onMadwith Moonchild Sanelly and the Amapiano-heavyVisain collaboration with Major League DJZ.Bum Bumwith Natalhão highlights Brazilian Baile Funk, whileGet Lowerwith Lil Jon blends American hip-hop with EDM. Accompanying the album, Aoki released the vibrant music video forHeavenly Hell,a collaboration with three-time, Grammy award-winning hitmaker NE-YO. The video vividly transitions from heaven to hellish scenes.

“This album revisits the core themes that defined my early work, with a strong emphasis on crafting tracks that get people moving,Aoki shares.Although it spans a variety of genres, it remains true to the essence of dance music, uniting cultures worldwide through a myriad of sounds. At the center ofParagonis my collaboration with NE-YO. NE-YO has voiced so many essential dancefloor anthems, and it’s an honor to work with him on this next chapter.Heavenly Hellhas been going off in my sets around the world, and I’m excited to officially share it with the everyone.” 

“Been a long time coming, this collaboration,NE-YO adds.Super excited for the world to hear what we’ve come up with! Thanx for the vibes, Steve!”

Sonically, the album is a snapshot of an Aoki concert experience, full of high-energy moments. One of the biggest songs in Aoki’s sets is his remix of Kid Cudi’sPursuit Of Happiness.The pair reunite onParagonwithElectrowavebaby 2.0,another contagious crossover anthem. Elsewhere on the album,Lose My Mindwith K?D,Voices In My Head  with Bassjackers (featuring Teddy Bee), andBetter Runwith Just_us provide festival-ready electro sounds, whilePlay The Trackwith 22Bullet provides a melodic techno vibe. There are also singalong moments on big vocal-driven records such asDrivefeaturing KIDDO.

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From the studio to the stage, Aoki’s passion for pushing boundaries and exploring new sonic landscapes shines through in every track. His previous album ‘HiROQUEST 2: Double Helixwas inspired by nostalgia and the dynamic sounds of contemporary dance, Latin music, and more. The firstHiROQUESTdrew from Aoki’s alternative music and punk band roots. 

This year, Aoki has been on his Heavenly Hell Tour, previewingParagonsongs for audiences in each city he visits, including major festivals such as EDC Las Vegas, Tomorrowland Winter, and Ultra Miami. Aoki has brought along fellow Dim Mak artists, including Callie Reiff, Deorro, Nostalgix, Pickle, Cheyenne Giles, Yetep, Ookay, Henry Fong, and Wolfgang Gartner, to join him on select stops. Tonight, Aoki celebratesParagonwith a record-release party at Brooklyn Mirage.

Paragon’ Tracklist:

  1. Heavenly Hell (ft. NE-YO)
  2. Clapback (ft. Raphaella)
  3. 2×2 with Chapter & Verse & Alika 
  4. Mad (ft. Moonchild Sanelly)
  5. Electrowavebaby 2.0 with Kid Cudi
  6. Bum Bum with Sandro Silva and Natalhão
  7. 3 Days (ft. Kalan.FrFr)
  8. Visa with Major League DJz (ft. Mannywellz) 
  9. Weirder Things (ft. Xander850)
  10. Drive (ft. KIDDO)
  11. Play The Track with 22Bullet 
  12. Lose My Mind with K?D
  13. Better Run with Just_us 
  14. Flashing Lights with Bassjackers 
  15. Voices In My Head with Bassjackers (feat. Teddy Bee) 
  16. Get Lower with Lil Jon
  17. 3 Days (ft. Kalan.FrFr) [Steve Aoki Hyro Energy Remix]
  18. Paragon

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