Marking a defining moment in his illustrious ten-plus years in electronic music, acclaimed DJ, producer, and Grammy-nominated songwriter Will Clarke has released his highly anticipated debut album, ‘Midnight Mass,’ weeks out from launching a brand-new supporting live show concept: ‘The Midnight Mass Experience.’
Across 13 tracks, 'Midnight Mass' showcases Will Clarke's vision of music as a unifying force, emphasizing collaboration at its core. Co-produced and co-written by long-time friend and collaborator Mitch Jones, the album also features contributions from top-tier artists such as the House Gospel Choir, Blythe, Sharlene Hector, and Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Hayla. Marking a shift from Will’s focus on producing club tracks, the album blends his signature house-meets-techno sound with a strong vocal presence, making it equally fitting for both the dance floor and casual listening.
Vocal-led cinematic tracks like ‘Summit’ featuring Georgia Meek and ‘Weekend Love’ with House Gospel Choir add depth, while more club-focused productions, such as ‘Worship’ featuring Karen Harding and co-written by Clementine Douglass, bring an infectious energy. The album closes with ‘You Alone,’ the second track from the album to be co-written with acclaimed artist and songwriter Hayla, offering a fitting conclusion that captures the feeling of closure as the lights fade and the crowd disperses.
Will Clarke said: "I’m nodding to the sound that’s shaped my career so far and keeping the live setting in mind, whilst showcasing my love for songwriting. Each track features a strong vocal presence from a host of amazing talented artists, and the album in general is a huge collaborative output which makes it so special. The tracks are designed to make listeners feel something.”
Accompanying the album comes a brand-new live show concept: The Midnight Mass Experience. Temporarily stepping away from DJing, Will is set to debut a visually immersive performance series across six major North American cities, starting in Los Angeles on November 22, 2024. Blending Will’s catalog of iconic tracks with tracks from his latest album, the show will present a manipulation and combination of hardware synthesizers and drum machines, all synchronized via MIDI. The result is a fully live, cinematic experience, with no CDJs in sight, as Clarke crafts an immersive electronic soundscape in real time. Visually driven, the show also includes layered, time-coded cinematic visuals displayed on LED screens, designed to synchronize seamlessly with the music and elevate the sensory experience.
Midnight Mass is available now via Armada Music. The Midnight Mass Experience tour commences on November 22 in Los Angeles.
Midnight Mass Tracklist:
1. Summit feat. Georgia Meek
2. Weekend Love feat. House Gospel Choir
3. Pray feat. blythe
4. Need Some Time feat. Hayley May
5. Breakthrough
6. Holding On feat. Sharlene Hector
7. Set Me Free
8. Memories feat. Georgia Meek
9. Burn This City feat. JOSEFINA
10. Breathe Again feat. Fractures
11. Worship feat. Karen Harding
12. Be My Baby feat. Hayley May
13. You Alone feat. blythe
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]The incredibly talented artist Will Clarke is finally achieving his big breakthrough with his exceptional album, Midnight Mass. This album boasts 13 mesmerizing tracks that defy genre boundaries by embracing an open-minded approach to musical influences. The result is a sonic adventure that’s both danceable and deeply personal, ready to be enjoyed in our own private moments. Clarke’s progressive soundscapes inject nostalgia into futuristic patterns, creating a unique blend of styles that’s both familiar and fresh. He collaborates with some truly exceptional singers who elevate his tracks with unforgettable moments. The album features thumping basslines, pounding drums, chunky grooves, breaks, and electro-chill moments that evoke late-night bliss. But perhaps the most remarkable aspect of Midnight Mass is its memorable melodies that uplift the mind, body, and soul. The cinematic quality of the music evokes vivid visual images for each song. I highly recommend checking out this superb album and experiencing a sense of happiness, positivity, hope, and inspiration. #PureGold Love IT! [/content]
[/review]The Midnight Mass Experience Tour Dates:
November 22, Los Angeles – Fonda Theatre
November 23, San Francisco – Public Works
November 29, Detroit – Magic Stick
November 30, Toronto – The Opera House
December 06, Chicago – Concord Music Hall
December 07, New York City – Irving Plaza
About Will Clarke:
Equal parts producer, DJ, broadcaster, and Grammy-nominated songwriter Will Clarke's dynamic persona and powerful sound have made him instantly recognizable. Starting with a residency in Ibiza at the age of just 17 and swelling to a crescendo, Will Clarke’s trajectory has felt stratospheric, amassing more than 100M streams globally and appearances at the world’s largest festivals.
Breakout hits like "Hallelujah" and "U Take Me Higher" on his imprint All We Have Is Now solidified his place in dance music, leading to releases on labels like Trick, Drumcode, Filth on Acid, Polydor, and We are the Brave. His remix portfolio includes reimaginings of techno favorites Adam Beyer and Dubfire, as well as dance radio mainstays like Illenium, Dom Dolla, Duke Dumont, Rufus Du Sol and more.
Born and raised in Bristol, UK, amidst a vibrant tapestry of 90’s house, techno, trip-hop, and electronica, Will Clarke's journey into music began at an early age. Influenced by his UK upbringing as well as his adopted home of Detroit, Will Clarke has developed a sound that stretches well past genre lines. Most recently, in partnering with Armada Music, Will is determined to share his expansive musical landscape with a message: the unifying force of a global community through music.
Will Clarke's creed has resonated on a global scale, from appearances at some of the world’s top venues including Printworks, Warehouse Project, Space, and Red Rocks; Ibiza’s premiere clubs including DC10, Amnesia, and Ushuaia; and international festivals such as Coachella, Sonar, Movement, ADE, and EDC. His global touring presence includes performances in Bogota, Santiago, Berlin, Amsterdam, India, Guadalajara, Tulum, Australia, and New Zealand.
Will Clarke also hosts and produces weekly episodes of The Will Clarke Podcast. With over 200 Episodes with artists such as, Carl Cox, Moby, Patrick Topping, A Track, Hannah Laing, Sarah Story, Chris Lake and many more.
As he continues to ride the wave of success, Will Clarke's plans for 2024 promises sonic innovation and electric adventure.
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