OLING & Viggo Dyst debut on Anjunadeep with striking new collaboration ‘My Friends’.
Quickly establishing himself as one of Scandinavia’s most exciting melodic house and techno artists, OLING’s first release came via Jeremy Olander’s esteemed Vivrant imprint in 2021. A drummer by background, his productions are defined by emotional weight paired with intricate drums and rhythmic detail, earning long-term support from tastemakers including Patrice Bäumel, Adriatique, John Digweed and Hernán Cattáneo. On the live front, last year OLING supported Above & Beyond on the Sweden leg of their ‘Bigger Than All Of Us’ tour at Stockholm’s Fållan, and has performed everywhere from Village Underground in London to Tulum, Cairo, and other major Scandinavian spaces. A well known face in the press and across digital platforms, OLING has featured on the cover of Spotify’s Fresh Finds Nordics and received coverage from DJ Mag, Beatport and Swedish National Radio.
Viggo Dyst (aka Dystortion) is a true proponent of the Swedish underground, equally at home across raw techno, bouncy house, trance-leaning melodies and experimental club forms. With releases on Shall Not Fade, Young Ethics, Power Plant and Vivrant plus BBC Radio 1 support from Danny Howard, Viggo has built a reputation as both a talented producer and a technical authority in sound design and mix engineering. His live credentials include an appearance at Boiler Room Stockholm and sets at Swedish festivals Way Out West and Department.
Together, OLING and Viggo Dyst deliver a collaboration that feels tailor-made for euphoria on the dancefloor and beyond. A meeting point between two artists operating at the forefront of Sweden’s underground electronic scene, each pushing the other into new creative territory.
OLING & Viggo Dyst’s ‘My Friends’ is out now on Anjunadeep.
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Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]OLING and Viggo Dyst’s collaborative track “My Friends” stands as a masterclass in modern progressive house production, seamlessly integrating deep melodic elements with an infectious rhythmic foundation. Clocking in at 125 BPM, the piece immediately captures attention with its chunky, wobbly groove, which serves as the backbone for a vibrant and uplifting journey. The rhythm and drive are flawlessly executed, propelling the listener forward with carefully layered percussion that enhances both club and home listening experiences. Each transition, drop, and build-up feels naturally earned, with the energy flow and momentum expertly managed to foster a sense of anticipation and release throughout the track. The melodic hooks and harmonic layers are particularly striking, marrying cinematic strings with ethereal vocal samples that recall the early era of progressive house while maintaining a distinctly contemporary “Anjunadeep” sound. The sound design and production quality are impeccable, with a polished mix that balances dynamic range and loudness for maximum impact without fatigue. Spatial design plays a critical role here, as the use of reverb and stereo imaging creates a three-dimensional listening environment, immersing the audience in a lush, atmospheric soundscape. This attention to detail strengthens the track’s originality and artistic identity—its arrangement and structure unfold like a narrative, guiding the listener through a cohesive storyline that celebrates friendship and human connection. From a scientific perspective, uplifting music like “My Friends” has demonstrable benefits on mental health and wellness, particularly in fitness and group activity settings. Studies have shown that music with steady tempo and positive harmonic content can increase dopamine release, improve mood, and enhance physical performance in both aerobic and anaerobic exercise (Blood & Zatorre, 2001; Karageorghis & Priest, 2012). The emotional resonance and positive atmosphere of this track can reduce perceived exertion during workouts, assist in mindfulness practices, and foster social bonding when played in group classes or dance sessions. Furthermore, the track’s dynamic energy and structured flow offer excellent cue points and loop potential for DJs, making it highly suitable for both club and festival environments, with strong crowd reaction potential and replay value. In sum, OLING and Viggo Dyst’s “My Friends” is a shining example of creative synergy, demonstrating top-tier production, artistic cohesion, and measurable psychological benefits. Its combination of technical excellence, emotional depth, and physiological impact solidifies its place as an essential addition to any progressive house enthusiast’s collection. #PureGold Loveit[/content]
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Suggested Bibliography:
Blood, A. J., & Zatorre, R. J. (2001). Intensely pleasurable responses to music correlate with activity in brain regions implicated in reward and emotion. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 98(20), 11818–11823.
Karageorghis, C. I., & Priest, D. L. (2012). Music in the exercise domain: a review and synthesis (Part I). International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 5(1), 44–66.
Thaut, M. H. (2005). Rhythm, Music, and the Brain: Scientific Foundations and Clinical Applications. Taylor & Francis.
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