The Latin house phenom issues his debut single on the Insomniac imprint.
The world-renowned sensation HUGEL teams up with Italian producer Jude Frank on their new single “Pra Nao Dizer,” a poignant house offering arriving on Insomniac Records.
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Based out of Portugal, the trendsetting phenom HUGEL positioned himself at the precipice of the Latin house movement before it started becoming fashionable. On his first appearance with Insomniac, he turns his sights to a now-beloved Brazilian composition by Geraldo Vandré from the ‘60s, which was originally banned from the country due to its perceived politically charged message by a government overrun by the military. The song has since become a national treasure for the people, symbolizing hope in the face of civil unrest. It eventually took on a new shape fit for house enthusiasts with a four-on-the-floor reprisal many moons ago. Now, HUGEL and Italy’s Jude & Frank—also referred to as Jude Love—are doing the historic hymn justice with their vibrant reimagining.
Revolving around the poetic and profound lyrics, “Pra Nao Dizer” is a brilliant percussive roller that weaves itself around radiant tribal drum patterns. Sung in the song’s native Portuguese tongue, the allegorical whispers float on the top of the groove with unparalleled grace. Around the halfway mark, the layers are pulled back completely, allowing the chanting voices of the village to bleed in with the striking classical guitar during a breathtaking breakdown before the gyrating rhythm rolls back in for a momentous resolution.
“This song was an Ibiza classic 10 years ago,” says HUGEL. “I wanted a fresh version for my DJ sets because this song creates an emotional moment, especially as a closing track. Jude & Frank joined me on the idea of refreshing this one and here we are.”
On the backside, HUGEL offers a second translation of the piece with a special 6AM edit. On it, he employs a deep and equally arresting tech house framework to relay the song’s legacy to late-night fare.
“The 6AM edit is almost techno and I can’t wait to play it this summer in Ibiza,” he adds. “It’s also my debut with Insomniac and since it is one of my favorite countries to perform in, I’m very excited about this collaboration.”
Originally from Marseille, the France native fell head over heels for Spanish culture during his days spent in Ibiza holding residencies at Pacha and Ushuaia. His affinity for Latin music has since flourished into a career touting multiple Gold and Platinum awards. One of his most impactful releases to date is his massive record “Morenita,” which has garnered support from industry leaders from the likes of Vintage Culture, Diplo, John Summit, FISHER and many more. His newest creation “Pra Nao Dizer” with Jude & Frank is next in line to make the rounds, and the deep meaning of the original is enough to make a resounding impact all on its own.
HUGEL’s new single “Pra Nao Dizer” with Jude & Frank is available everywhere via Insomniac Records.
About Insomniac Records
Insomniac Records operates under the umbrella of Insomniac Music Group, which has spawned internal brand-driven imprints, such as HARD Recs, Factory 93 Records, Bassrush Records, Lost In Dreams Records, IN / ROTATION, Basscon Records, Dreamstate Records, and Discovery Project. Additionally, the growing network also oversees a number of artist-focused imprints, such as NGHTMRE & SLANDER’s Gud Vibrations, Shiba San’s Basement Leak, Wax Motif’s Divided Souls, Justin Martin’s What To Do, NIGHTMODE, to name but a few. These new endeavors all serve as extensions to the ever-evolving community of Insomniac, which is dedicated to curating a diverse catalog of releases from across the dance music spectrum. More than merely just a record label, Insomniac Records is a destination where fans from all walks of life can discovery 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, Habstrakt, John Summit, 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.
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