Oliver Heldens returns to his Heldeep Records this fall with "Open Your Heart," a track that radiates vulnerability and power in equal measure. Out October 10, the single begins with a stirring vocal that invites you to let go and truly feel, then unfolds into a lush tapestry of soaring synths and a driving groove that is unmistakably Heldens. Always balancing emotion with energy, Oliver once again delivers a record that speaks directly to the heart while keeping the dancefloor moving.
Much like his recent work with vocalists such as Poppy Baskcomb and Julia Church, “Open Your Heart” captures the duality that has defined Oliver’s sound for the past decade: melodic yet propulsive, intimate yet expansive, refined but raw. It’s a track that can soundtrack an epic festival sunrise just as easily as a late-night set, a testament to his unique ability to connect across moods, spaces, and audiences.
"Open Your Heart is a motivational song that I wrote kind of as a ‘reminder’ to myself; it’s meant to stir you in a forward direction with a positive mindset,” Heldens says. “It’s about how we as humans learn from our struggles and from going out of our comfort zones, with an open heart. As in no matter what happens, as long as you ‘open your heart’, you’ll be on the right path. Musically, I was mostly inspired by indie dance and synthwave type of music by the likes of MGMT, M83, Empire of the Sun, Kavinsky, and Daft Punk."
The release follows a whirlwind September that saw Oliver light up Ushuaïa in Ibiza, bring his unmistakable energy to Nocturnal Wonderland, and headline packed club dates. That momentum now carries into October with a run of major events, including Rise Festival in Nevada, Ministry of Fun in Slovakia, and Epic in Prague, before two huge moments during Amsterdam Dance Event: his annual sold-out Heldeep showcase at Melkweg and a high-profile set at AMF to close out the week. The tour continues into November with Ultra Music Festival in Taipei, making “Open Your Heart” both a timely release and a fitting soundtrack to one of the busiest stretches of his career.
“Open Your Heart” is the latest entry in this ongoing story: a record that distills the qualities fans love most about Oliver Heldens into one unforgettable package. Emotional yet physical, heartfelt yet driving, it’s a reminder of why Heldens remains at the forefront of electronic music, shaping the sound of dance for crowds worldwide.
Oliver Heldens – “Open Your Heart” is available October 10 via Heldeep.