The release of new track ‘Hare Ram’ will kickstart the long-term partnership
German-born techno trailblazer Lilly Palmer has secured the dual backing of globally-recognised independent dance music label Armada Music, and the leading dance music label in Germany, Kontor Records, in a combined deal marking an exciting next phase of her already impressive career as a DJ and producer. The first single to come out of the partnership will be released on February 16: ‘Hare Ram’.
Since rising to the forefront in 2021, Lilly Palmer has solidifed her place on the electronic dance music map through her innovative sound and captivating performances, that have garnered widespread recognition from fans of electronic dance music, and industry folk alike. This new chapter is testament to years of hard work and dedication, and signals a readiness to amplify her presence to the next level.
Expressing her excitement about the deal, Lilly Palmer said, "Partnering with both Armada and Kontor Records marks a pivotal moment in my career. The immense support and belief from these two esteemed labels is an incredible honor, and I am thrilled to embark on this journey with such distinguished partners. I am deeply grateful for this remarkable opportunity and eager to continue sharing my music with a global audience."
Already longstanding partners, Armada Music and Kontor Records will harnace their relationship and expertise to offer a best-in-class, 360 service between Armada Music’s operations in Amserdam, London and New York, and Kontor’s HQ in Hamburg. The partnership is poised to propel Lilly Palmer to greater heights, introducing her vision and talent to new audiences worldwide.
Maykel Piron, CEO and co-founder of Armada Music said, “Lilly Palmer has an incredible flair for what she does, whether it’s producing or performing, so naturally we’ve been following her career for a long time now. I’m so excited to welcome her to the roster in this exciting partnership with our friends at Kontor!”
Jens Thele, Managing Director & Head of A&R at Kontor Records added, “We are thrilled to welcome Lilly Palmer to the Kontor family, alongside our longstanding partner, Armada Music. Backed by both labels’ teams, her incredible vision is set to realise in an incredible way.”
About Lilly Palmer
„Music is freedom..
...freedom to express, process and transform your emotions while creating a bond with the audience. For Lilly there's no better way to initiate this bond, than with sending her audience on a musical journey with her DJ sets. It s as simple as that, electronic music just has been her passion ever since.
Originally based in Zurich where Lilly spent a lot of time with the great and flourishing underground scene, her devotion for music got stronger and stronger which finally led her to the decision to fully dive into the realm of the underground in 2015! With powerful, impulsive tech and melancholic deep sounds, intriguing melodies and electrifying basslines, Lilly creates an unique and energetic vibe sending her audience straight to outta space on a trip where return tickets are not needed anymore.
The massive feedback on her sets and the way she resonates with the audience is causing a crazy demand for this one of a kind and unique artist. Today she is living near to Amsterdam and experiences her dream becoming reality.
As an international artist she is a regular guest in countries like the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Israel, Lebanon, Croatia, Switzerland, Belgium, UK, Spain/Ibiza and India. As authenticity and focus are two of her most appreciated attributes it s needless to say, that she's full force ahead working in the studio to create her own sounds.
There would be no real journey with Lilly, if she didn't present her emotions with her own music and her first releases are already proving that she´s again on the right way to the top!
About Armada Music
Armada Music is the biggest independent dance music label in the world. Founded by Armin van Buuren, Maykel Piron (CEO) and David Lewis, the label manages an ever-growing catalog of over 40,000 tracks, built up across twenty-plus years of specialized dance music exploitation.
Representing artists such as Armin van Buuren, ARTY, D.O.D, Eelke Kleijn, Jan Blomqvist, Loud Luxury, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Tensnake, THEMBA and Yulia Niko, Armada Music amasses more than one billion streams per month, airplay on leading radio outlets such as BBC Radio 1 and Sirius XM, and top positions in the world’s most notable charts. The label also takes great pride in major achievements such as Armin van Buuren’s GRAMMY nomination for ‘This Is What It Feels Like’, Loud Luxury and Brando’s ‘Body’ surpassing one billion streams on Spotify and breaking artists such as Lost Frequencies into global stardom.
Across offices in Amsterdam (HQ), New York, London and Laren (NL), Armada Music offers a truly global appeal to its growing roster. The label has its own club, radio studio and multiple production studios, and hosts various live formats. Producer platform Armada University, which offers educational products and opportunities, shows the label’s sustained effort to nurture the next wave of talent.
In 2023, Armada Music launched BEAT Music Fund, the world’s first dance music investment company, that acquires catalogs with the mission of honoring, representing and reinvigorating them. BEAT’s portfolio will continue to grow; in the first six months following its launch, BEAT acquired the catalogs of, among others, electronic music star ARTY, house and techno pioneer Kevin Saunderson’s KMS Records, legendary NYC-based house label King Street Sounds and chart-topping producers Chocolate Puma.
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