Dutch producer Tiësto teams up with German hard techno artist KUKO to release a fresh rework of the underground single Voicemail. Scheduled for global launch on Friday, August 21, the new version transforms the original production into a peak-time trance cut, bringing a different energy to the club scene. KUKO initially launched the song in spring 2024, establishing a strong presence within the European electronic circuit. The original composition relied on a melancholic vocal sample paired with driving percussion, creating a sense of intimacy within the industrial techno space.
Tiësto approaches the rework by preserving the emotional core of the original vocal message, while simultaneously injecting high-energy trance leads and increasing the tempo to 150 beats per minute. This collaboration bridges the gap between classic dance music legacy and the rising wave of modern hard techno, creating a shared cultural space for both audiences. Fans first heard this specific version during a live performance in Miami earlier this year, building steady anticipation within the global electronic music community.
You will notice a distinct shift in scale when listening to the rework, as the private sadness of the original message becomes a tool for collective dancefloor release. The arrangement prioritizes clarity, placing the recognizable melody above firm kicks and a driving low end, ensuring maximum impact for festival stages. The Dutch producer avoids burying the vocal beneath unnecessary elements, choosing instead to strengthen the outline with sharper synth work, providing a brighter tonal presence.
This release arrives during a busy period for KUKO, as the Cologne-based artist prepares to launch his debut full-length album CATHARSIS on September 25. The upcoming record promises to further blend industrial rhythms with emotional undertones, cementing his position in the modern European scene. The new Voicemail rework serves as a prelude to the full album campaign, offering you a taste of the expansive sonic direction planned for the fall season. The single is available to stream across all major digital platforms starting Friday.
Lorenzo de' Nobili
Music Editor
Lorenzo de’ Nobili is a sound designer and composer driven by a deep passion for urban culture and its evolving aesthetics. His work explores the intersection of music, fashion and sport, blending contemporary sounds with strong visual identities. Alongside his research in urban culture, he collaborates with contemporary dance artists, creating immersive sonic experiences that connect movement, space and emotion.
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