Kidnap makes his debut on Cercle Records with “Tears”, an enigmatic melodic techno track sublimed by a spacious sample from jazz singer Mélanie De Biasio. This atmospheric gem delivers a profound electronic groove where raw emotion meet immersive soundscapes. Out now on Cercle Records.
“Tears” is rooted in musical richness and depth, where a subtle use of saturation weaves warmth and harmonic tension throughout the production. Rather than leading with melody, Kidnap anchored the track in structure, deliberately subverting expectation by stripping the harmonic elements down to their essence. The true power lies in the phrasing: by sustaining each chord for varying and unexpected durations, Kidnap sculpted a sense of tension and release that feels both instinctive and deeply emotional.
‘I have been hoping to make a club track that sampled the vocals of Melanie De Biasio for a long time. She has one of the most unique and powerful voices I have ever heard. Once I the musical idea for Tears emerged, I knew the time had come. I am grateful to Melanie for allowing me to reinterpret her incredible work’. – Kidnap
Kidnap, born Matthew Relton, is a UK-based electronic music producer and DJ known for his deep and melodic house soundscapes. Originally from Sheffield, his early music career began in the English underground drum and bass scene before transitioning to a more melodic and emotionally driven style of house music. His breakthrough came in 2012 with the track Vehl, which won iTunes’ Best Electronic Track of the Year.
In 2015, he launched his independent label, Birds That Fly, which became a platform for his creative vision, starting with the release Moments featuring Leo Stannard. Kidnap’s 2019 debut album, Grow, solidified his place in the electronic music scene with hits like its title track and Sea Breeze. The album reached #1 on SiriusXM Chill and charted in the U.S. Dance Top 100. Kidnap has performed globally in iconic locations, such as Glastonbury, Coachella, Printworks, Fabric, Amnesia, Space, EDC Vegas, and released his sophomore album, Something Lost, Something Gained this year, which was influenced by his personal journey, including becoming a father. His sound blends organic instrumentation with electronic emotive elements, giving his fans tracks that can take them through every emotional phase of their lives.