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Multifaceted trailblazer Don Diablo releases his first-ever single with powerhouse trio Lufthaus, ‘Where Do We Come From’. The star-studded collaboration, which features the signature vocals of Robbie Williams and Kenyan singer Sofiya Nzau, is out today on Armada Music and Hexagon. 

A unique Afro-inspired track harboring a deeply emotional twist and a powerful message to the world, Don Diablo, Lufthaus and Sofiya Nzau’s ‘Where Do We Come From’ is a testament to the power of global creativity. Both nostalgic and forward-thinking, it honors the burgeoning Afro house movement while incorporating the renowned futuristic sound design Don Diablo is known for. 

The single arrives hot on the heels of great success for all collaborators. While Don Diablo has been stacking collaborations with artists such as Major Lazer, Nelly Furtado and K-Pop mega stars Ateez, Lufthaus are at the crest of the wave following the launch of — and the international acclaim for —their debut album titled 'Visions, Vol. 1', fully establishing themselves within the genre's landscape just ahead of their debut performance at Creamfields U.K. Meanwhile, Sofiya Nzau’s recent hit 'Mwaki' (with Zerb) continues to dominate global radio charts. 

‘Where Do We Come From’ is a technicolor explosion of sound, blending Don Diablo’s innovative production techniques with Lufthaus’ dynamic style and Sofiya’s unique vocal skill set. This track promises to captivate a global audience of (future) fans and is poised to be this year’s summer anthem. 

[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Don Diablo & Lufthaus collaboration is an exceptional piece of eternal music that is destined to stay in our memories and playlist for a long time and become a classic. When you add in the bill the impressive singer Sofiya Nzau then you expect something unique and exciting.  Where Do We Come From is an inspiring afrohouse track with laidback chilling groove, tribal drums, thumping basslines, crunchy drums and warm cinematic strings along with hooky melody. The performance by both singers is ear catching and attract the attention very easily. You are invited to stand up and start swinging and dancing on any place that has some little squares of space to act as your personal dance floor. With deeper meaning and emotional content it deserves to get recognition and become one of the summer's essential hit! #PureGold Love iT[/content]

If you want to step into the future, you have to take a step into the mind of Don Pepijn Schipper a.k.a. Don Diablo. This Dutch artist and musician is a true visionary who doesn’t just stick to one discipline. He’s all about breaking boundaries and challenging perceptions in music, art, fashion and tech which has led him to work together with institutions and brands such as Disney, Sotheby’s, Netflix, The United Nations and PACE gallery amongst others. It is safe to say Don Diablo has reached a more than respectable status within the music industry after building his own HEXAGON brand, record label and community which has resulted in him remixing and working in the studio with artists all across the board ranging from Ed Sheeran and Dua Lipa to Coldplay and Justin Bieber. As a live performer he has been sitting comfortably in the top10 of the DJ MAG Top100 for five years straight. His third studio album, “FORΞVΞR” delivered a whole new futuristic sound and recently reached over one billion global streams. His hugely popular Hexagon radio show has been running for almost eight years now, reaching millions of listeners in 68 countries on a weekly basis. In the electronic music scene he’s also adopted a notable role as a musical mentor always championing and supporting new talent.

But as said there’s more to Don Diablo than just music. He’s also become a trailblazer in the world of fine art, making waves with his mind-blowing physical meets digital art pieces and installations. Record sales at the renowned digital art gallery SuperRare and successful auctions at Sotheby’s led to his work successfully being sold and exhibited at the Venice Biennale, Art Dubai, and Art Basel in Miami in conjunction with DRIFT and PACE gallery. His ‘HΞXAVERSΞ by Don Diablo’ installation showcased a physical portal that literally opened the door to a new universe. It went on public display in downtown Hong Kong and Shang-hai in collaboration with K11 in 2022 and 2023. His work as the head of creative for his own HEXAGON clothing line serves as a testament to his fashion credentials. Notable mentions include his collaborations with Disney and LucasFilm in 2018 to launch an official Star Wars x HEXAGON capsule clothing line at ‘De Bijenkorf,’ following in the footsteps of other fa-med guest designers such as Lewis Hamilton and Kim Kardashian. Don’s journey into the world of fashion began with this momentous collaboration and was followed up by more notable collaborations, including his most recent one alongside his favourite NETFLIX Series: Stranger Things.

After working with charities such as StopAidsNow and the CancerTrust the DutchMan went on an environmental mission. In June 2021 he teamed up with the United Nations alongside non-profit organi-zation‘JustDiggit’,a grassroots organisation that fights global warming by re-greening Africa, to launch his #STREAMTOREGREEN initiative. The concept is simple: all streaming income of a song is donated to JustDiggit, supporting their environmental work through nature based solutions. In other words every time you listen to a song you are literally helping to regreen the planet. The first single, “Too Much To Ask”, featured multi-talent Ty Dolla $ign and Don was invited to introduce the project at the United Nations Virtual Launch Gala, speaking alongside world leaders and activists including Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan, Germany’s Chancellor Angela Merkel and His Holiness Pope Francis. Don is an ardent champion of a sustainable future, leveraging his influence and platform to effect tangible change in the world. Stay tuned for more forward thinking music, art, fashion and tech from this visionary genius. The FUTURE is NOW.

Lufthaus is the electronic group of long-time friends and musical collaborators Robbie Williams, Tim Metcalfe and Flynn Francis. The group’s sound, fusing the pulse of electronica with the art and structure of classic songwriting, was greatly inspired by the city of Berlin. What the trio have created in response to the atmospheres there feels timeless, impressionistic and yet relentlessly modern — much like Berlin itself. Lufthaus’ merging of music, art, new digital technologies and live performance forges a unique experience that is somehow intangible, classic and yet as much of the future as the pulse driving all great cities — not least the city that still defines creative collaboration and experimentation. Live shows have already captivated audiences that have been showcased all over the UK and Europe as Lufthaus were support for Robbie's XXV 2023 World Tour, boasting state-of-the-art visuals, pulsating light shows and a raw energy that reverberate through every venue. In 2024, the group will make their debut at the iconic Creamfields Festival, taking over Arc stage for a very special sunset performance.

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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