French superstar producer Kungs (2B+ global streams) teams up with emerging French talent Gero on house disco banger “Need a Hit” set for release on Club Azur, label that Kungs cofounded. This track is a genuine tribute to disco rhythms, reminiscent of the golden era that defined the dance music of the 70s. This makes it a modern classic crafted from retro samples, vintage synthesizers, and groovy bass lines.
With this new track, Kungs announces the launch of label Club Azur, an imprint of Columbia France,which he’s cofounded. In line with the global success of electronic music made in France, Club Azur aims to represent the next generation of electronic artists, empowered by the worldwide resonanceof Kungs.
THE STORY BEHIND CLUB AZUR
1. Lockdown parties – Club Azur parties launched during lockdown through livestream events featuringDJ sets, interviews with artist friends, live discussions, and more
2. Live Shows – Club Azur’s “real-life” parties garnered thousands of fans across France post-pandemic
3. Kungs’ Club Azur sophomore album boasts hits like “Never Going Home,” “Clap Your Hands,” and”Fashion”
4. Kungs’ Label – Club Azur as a label is committed to showcasing French talents, including Upsilone,Victor Flash, Saverio, Gero and more
ABOUT KUNGS
French superstar producer and DJ Kungs first achieved global recognition with “This Girl”, released in2016, which gathers 1B+ streams, has topped the charts in dozens of countries, received 14xdiamond certifications and became 7th most searched track in Shazam history.
His debut album, Layers, charted top 10 in France and the UK, with “This Girl” reaching #1 in Franceand Germany, #2 in the UK and Austria, #8 in Canada and in the US Billboard Top 30. Kungsbecame an EDM festival mainstay opening for David Guetta on his 2016 world tour.
Club Azur is named after his sophomore album released in 2022.
ABOUT GERO
Gero’s music blends diverse electronic genres, infused with disco, rock and soul influences. Hispassion for house music ignited during his time in London, coupled with travels to Berlin and the MiddleEast. He first started performing at Parisian and European clubs in 2020 and became a part of ClubAzur Records, founded by Kungs, in 2023.