GRYFFIN has officially announced Part I of his forthcoming fourth studio album “ELEMENTS,” set for release this fall via 10K Projects, marking the next major evolution in the dance music powerhouse’s discography. The announcement arrives alongside his new single “Spin Me Slowly,” a long-awaited collaboration with acclaimed vocalist Julia Church, now available on all platforms.
First introduced during Ultra Music Festival 2025, “Spin Me Slowly” quickly became one of GRYFFIN’s most in-demand IDs. The track leans into the emotive, melody-driven identity that has defined much of his career, blending soaring synth work with uplifting progressions and a euphoric vocal core. Built for large-scale festival moments, it unfolds through swelling crescendos and an anthemic hook designed for mass singalongs, while still carrying a deeply personal emotional weight.
Positioned as a key entry point into “ELEMENTS,” the single also reflects the broader conceptual direction of the project, which explores metaphysical themes while maintaining the kinetic energy that has made GRYFFIN a staple across global dance stages. The track’s cinematic intensity even aligns naturally with its inclusion in the official soundtrack for Forza Horizon 6, underscoring its expansive, game-ready scale.
Reflecting on the collaboration, GRYFFIN shared a personal story behind working with Julia Church: “When Julia flew to Red Rocks to perform ‘Never Letting Go’ with me in October 2024, it was her first time ever in the US. And this legend arrived in Denver on a delayed flight from London to Uber straight to Red Rocks and five minutes later found herself sound checking at the coolest venue in the world. She handled it like the pro that she is and didn’t flinch. Her suitcase was sitting on the stage… no joke. We’d never met, and she’d never performed or been to the US before, but we had this special song that both of us were so excited about. Months later she flew to Miami for Ultra Music Festival to debut ‘Spin Me Slowly.’”
For Julia Church, the track represents a milestone moment in a rapidly rising career. “Watching ‘Spin Me Slowly’ evolve into the song it is today has been incredibly special, and I’m so proud of what we created,” she said. “Dan is unwavering in keeping the integrity of the songwriting close to his chest, and for that he is a true artist and someone I will always love working with. It’s surreal to think this song has already taken me to stages like Red Rocks, Ultra Music Festival, and Lollapalooza Chicago. I can’t wait for everyone to finally hear it and hopefully love it as much as we do.”
Set for release this fall, “ELEMENTS” arrives during a defining moment in GRYFFIN’s career. While his ongoing “Ten Years of Music” celebration highlights a decade of breakthrough releases, remixes, and festival staples, the new album signals a forward-looking creative shift. The duality between reflection and reinvention sits at the core of this next chapter.
The anniversary series recently launched with two sold-out nights at Cow Palace in his Bay Area hometown, with upcoming stops scheduled in Brooklyn, Los Angeles, and a return to Red Rocks later this year.
Based in London by way of South Africa, Julia Church has become one of dance music’s most sought-after vocalists, collaborating with artists including John Summit, Armin Van Buuren, and Sub Focus. Her first collaboration with GRYFFIN came in 2024 on “Never Letting Go” with ALOK, setting the foundation for their continued creative partnership.
With “Spin Me Slowly” now released, GRYFFIN officially opens the next era of “ELEMENTS,” setting the tone for a project that bridges emotional storytelling with festival-scale production and cinematic ambition.