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The anticipated EP sees Sandro reconnect with his roots in electronic music, while embracing new inspiration found through fatherhood
[AVANTII Records]
23rd January 2026
Netherlands-based DJ and producer Sandro Silva steps confidently into 2026 with the release of his deeply personal new EP ‘New Light,’ landing 23rd January via AVANTII Records.
A radiant body of work that balances emotion, club energy, and nostalgia, the 6-track EP marks a defining chapter in Silva’s career – shaped by renewed creative purpose and life-changing inspiration. Sandro Silva reconnected with his roots in dance music while embracing new inspiration found through fatherhood.
Uplifting and euphoric, the track captures the freedom and emotional rush of festival stages and Ibiza dance floors alike. Featuring the unmistakable voice of Eva Simons, ‘High On Life’ stands as a defining moment of newfound inspiration for Sandro Silva. Previously released as the EP’s previous single, ‘In Another Life (feat. MVNA & Chris Crone)’ is a captivating melodic house cut that strikes straight at the heart. Crafted alongside Julian, the track tells a story of love that transcends time and space, carried by the enchanting vocals of MVNA and Chris Crone.
‘Feel’ hits as a pumping, sun-soaked scorcher, and is built for peak-time moments – the single radiates positivity with driving energy and infectious rhythm. An anthemic, summer-filled explosion, ‘The Sea’ (feat. Jonathan Mendelsohn) pairs Silva’s expansive production with the unmistakable vocals of Jonathan Mendelsohn. The EP is completed by ‘Watermelon Sugar’, a slick Harry Styles house interpretation cover in collaboration with producer duo Kickbait – Closing the project on a reflective note, ‘Tomorrow Morning’ nods back to Sandro’s earliest inspirations.
“New Light is more than music to me. Becoming a father last December changed everything — it gave me a new light, literally and musically. This EP is deeply personal, and I’m incredibly grateful to the artists who helped shape it, especially Eva Simons. Her energy on the lead single ‘High On Life’ added an energy and spirit that truly completed the vision.”— Sandro Silva
With New Light, huge moments of high-energy EDM and collaborative flair shine through, including raw, relentless club influences and vibrant vocal performances that bring the project to life. With contributions from Eva Simons, Julian, and Jonathan Mendelsohn, the releasethrives on creative chemistry and shared vision.
From global breakthrough anthem ‘Epic’ to major festival stages worldwide, Sandro Silva has consistently shaped the sound of electronic music. Long celebrated as a pioneer of big room house, Silva continues to evolve, blending nostalgic influences with forward-thinking production as he charges into a defining year.
New Light now stands as a statement of growth, gratitude, and renewed purpose – illuminating the next chapter of his journey.
‘New Light’ EP Tracklist
01. Sandro Silva & Eva Simons – High On Life
02. Sandro Silva & Kickbait – Watermelon Sugar
03. Sandro Silva – The Sea (feat. Jonathan Mendelsohn)
04. Sandro Silva & Julian – In Another Life (feat. MVNA & Chris Crone)
05. Sandro Silva – Feel
06. Sandro Silva – Tomorrow Morning
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