Parisian tastemaker Alex Wann puts his signature stamp on a modern dance anthem with his new remix of “Never Walk Alone,” the standout title track from BLOND:ISH’s recent album on Insomniac Records. Out June 18, this euphoric reimagining elevates the original collaboration with Stevie Appleton into vibrant afro house territory, blending sun-drenched piano chords and crisp percussion with hypnotic vocal loops and dreamy atmospheres.
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Alex Wann’s version leans into a feel-good major key progression, subtly shifting the emotional gravity of the track without losing its core message of unity. The result is a dancefloor-ready groove brimming with positive energy—an irresistible take that’s already turning heads among industry peers and fans alike. Originally celebrated for its poignant songwriting and genre-blurring production, the track has racked up over 56 million streams and reached the coveted #1 US Dance Radio spot on the Mediabase Dance Radio charts, with continued international support from BBC Radio 1, Kiss FM UK, and beyond.
Touching on the uplifting and infectious vibe of his own version, Wann shares: “I really loved the original track of BLOND:ISH and listened to it a lot. It gave me the idea to create my own version, but with a more positive and uplifting vibe. I wrote the remix in a major key to bring out that feel-good energy. It’s my way of showing love to the original while sharing something fresh and happy.”
Fresh off a meteoric rise that began with his breakout hit “Milkshake” in 2023, Alex Wann has carved out a bold presence at the intersection of afro house and melodic house & techno. His work has been championed by heavyweights like Pete Tong, Diplo, Carlita, Keinemusik, and John Summit—a who’s who list of global dance music elite. And with upcoming performances at Electric Forest, Club Space, Pacha Ibiza, Tomorrowland, Mysteryland, and Lollapalooza Paris, Alex is poised to make an even bigger impact on the global stage.
On the back of her ‘Never Walk Alone’ album release, BLOND:ISH has been jetsetting around the globe on a worldwide string of dates including festival stops at Electric Forest, ARC Music Festival, Tomorrowland, Time Warp, Horse Park, Dreampark, Hulaween, Outside Lands, Love Family Park. Throughout the summer season, BLOND:ISH is also going down in history as the first woman to be appointed to curate her own residency at the internationally renowned club, Pacha Ibiza. Hosting every Wednesday from May 21 to July 30, her sensational Abracadabra event series is welcoming in-demand talent from the likes of WhoMadeWho, Neil France, Adam Ten, Diplo, Mau P, SAMM, Ajna, Maz, Yamagucci and many more.
By infusing BLOND:ISH and Stevie Appleton’s original with a rich blend of afro-influenced rhythms and melodic flourishes, Alex Wann’s remix of “Never Walk Alone” becomes a radiant new chapter in a track already rooted in emotional resonance and sonic purpose. It’s a striking reminder that in today’s global dance community, bold interpretations have the power to connect and uplift.
Alex Wann’s remix of BLOND:ISH and Stevie Appleton’s “Never Walk Alone” is available on all platforms via Insomniac Records.
More About Alex Wann
Meet Alex Wann, the Parisian DJ and producer who has taken the electronic music world by storm. His record ‘Milkshake’ was the kickstart, one of the hottest IDs of summer 2023, the afro house record became a truly global moment off the back of strong support from the Keinemusik crew. The demand for ‘Milkshake’ has been unprecedented, with artists such as Diplo, Pete Tong, John Summit, Carlita and Blondish all notable supporters. For Alex this was just the beginning. This year he has firmly established himself as a formidable selector, with his blend of afro and melodic music establishing his DJ credentials. With a first US Tour (including performances at Teksupport and Factory Town) already under his belt, Alex will now embark on a series of landmark shows including performances at festivals Cercle, Panorama, Moga and Brunch Electronik. Alongside that he will debut in Ibiza b2b with Pete Tong at the legendary Dalt Vila for IMS before key dates at Pacha and a host of notable EU clubs. The touring will be accompanied by a series of powerful music releases including a remix of ‘Beyond Us’ by Adriatique and Eynka on the much lauded Cercle Records and an eagerly awaited remix of Route 94’s celebrated ‘My Love’ on EMI Records.
More About BLOND:ISH
BLOND:ISH’s unwavering commitment to contributing positivity to the music industry has come to define her as an artist. Whether it’s organizing group hugs before her sets or taking initiative against single-use plastics, BLOND:ISH wants to leave the world a better place than she found it. As a record label head, Web3 pioneer, and entrepreneur BLOND:ISH breaks down traditional barriers between artist and fan, uniting her community through pillars of purpose. Igniting a movement coined “#PlasticFreeParty,” BLOND:ISH founded Bye Bye Plastic, an initiative that aims to eliminate single-use plastics from clubs and festivals by encouraging artists to use eco-riders that demand alternatives and by providing resources to promoters who want to change. Around her recent event series, Abracadabra, she organized a beach cleanup in Los Angeles covered by Billboard Dance.
More About Insomniac Records
Insomniac Records operates under the umbrella of Insomniac Music Group. More than merely just a record label, Insomniac Records is a destination where fans from all walks of life can discover and enjoy choice selections from a roster that includes some of the best DJs/producers from the global stage. On top of the 200+ releases since 2016, Insomniac Records has also curated its premier EDC compilation series, featuring four EDC Las Vegas and EDC Mexico master soundtracks. Signing a roster of notable talent including Dombresky, Noizu, SIDEPIECE, John Summit, Vintage Culture, James Hype, Habstrakt, J. Worra, Matroda, LP Giobbi, Biscits, and beyond, Insomniac Records continues to foster unique talent it firmly believes in. The unparalleled track record of success has pushed Insomniac Records to the forefront of established dance music platforms.