HI-LO returns to Drumcode with a tribute to Kevin Saunderson’s iconic bassline sound

Following last year’s standout ‘DIZZY’ with LUSI and previous Drumcode gems such as Crescendo and Rabbit Hole with Layton Giordani, the HILOMATIK boss is back with another high-calibre release. ‘REESE’ marks HI-LO’s anticipated annual outing on Adam Beyer’s imprint, with the title track serving as a tribute to Kevin Saunderson’s legendary bassline sound.

The Dutchman has enjoyed a prolific 2025. Alongside sharing a HI-LO rework of Oliver Heldens’ classic Koala, he has also collaborated with ZHU, KASABLANCA, and Sarah de Warren —- reinforcing the breadth of his production palette while pushing his sound into new territories.

‘REESE’ epitomises a producer at the top of his game. The title track is a peak-time headrush, driven by a hypnotic bass riff and silky chord progression - a masterful blend of darkness and light, already a highlight since Ultra WMC and featured in Adam Beyer’s Essential Mix. Floresta Funk follows, a percussive workout showcasing HI-LO’s versatility.

REESE is available on September 19, with the full release available on September 26 via Drumcode.

About HI-LO

In just a few years, Oliver Heldens has transformed his HI-LO alias into a leading force in the techno scene, earning respect from the underground while maintaining international crossover appeal. With a sound that blends spacious atmospheres, raw energy, and innovative production, HI-LO has become associated with peak-time techno suitable for both warehouses and festival main stages. Early releases like “Zeus” and “Kronos” set the tone, earning him the title of the #1 most-supported producer across all genres on 1001Tracklists in 2020. Since then, he’s topped Beatport’s annual charts as the best-selling and most-streamed techno artist, released notable tracks on Drumcode and Filth on Acid, and performed key sets at Ultra’s RESISTANCE, CRSSD, Factory 93, Warehouse Project, Seismic Dance Event, and more. His music receives strong support from industry leaders like Adam Beyer, Charlotte de Witte, Carl Cox, Tale of Us, Amelie Lens, and Solomun.

HI-LO’s output continues to influence the scene. His label HILOMATIK, launched in 2023, has become a powerhouse for innovative techno, featuring his solo work and collaborations with Green Velvet, Armin van Buuren, Eli Brown, Maddix, ZHU, and Kasablanca. With a packed global tour schedule performing to millions of fans worldwide on a yearly basis, HI-LO pushes the limits of techno while bridging underground credibility and global appeal, proving that genre boundaries are meant to be blurred, broken, and rebuilt.

HI-LO ON TOUR

• Sep 19: Space - Miami, FL
• Sep 26: Brooklyn Storehouse - Brooklyn, NY
• Oct 03: Hibernia Bank - San Francisco, CA
• Oct 25: HILOMATIK x Dockyards - Amsterdam, NL
• Nov 01: Resistance x Ultra Music Festival - Taipei, Taiwan