International dance music icon Laidback Luke caps off a bold chapter with the release of his CODE/RED EP on Dim Mak Records, marking the conclusion of what he calls his “year of rebellion.” The high-energy EP unites a globe-spanning tour, standout singles, and a renewed creative vision, showcasing Luke’s reinvention and return to the roots of his sound.
Leading the EP is Luke’s cover of Now That We Found Love, blending soulful vocals with a fidgety electro house groove and driving melodic basslines. “The catchy and classic vocal of Now That We Found Love was the perfect excuse for me to put a twisted Bloghouse beat under it,” says Laidback Luke. “Flirting with the origins of Dutch House and a signature Luke breakdown, all of this comes together as I wrap up my year of rebellion with the CODE/RED EP.”
2025 has been a year of artistic rediscovery for Luke. “This year of rebellion was breaking out of a decade-long mould that I had found myself in: an artist that got stale, a style that was vanilla. I reinvented myself by going back to authentic artistry, to the time right before my big breakthrough—the era of Bloghouse,” he explains. The CODE/RED EP and accompanying world tour symbolize an alert: Laidback Luke is back, bold and uncompromising.
The CODE/RED tour carried that reinvention across the globe, with standout moments including a record-breaking back-to-back set at Tomorrowland Belgium featuring 17 DJs sharing his stage slot—an unprecedented celebration of community reminiscent of Luke’s early Bloghouse ethos. He cites Avalon LA as his top show of the year, where he debuted his revamped sound, stage production, and visual identity.
Among the EP’s highlights is Luke’s monumental collaboration with James Brown, The Godfather of Soul. “It’s the biggest collaboration I’ve ever done. Considering I’ve worked with Daft Punk, Madonna, and Donna Summer, James Brown feels like a pinnacle,” Luke reflects.
A culmination of his 2025 Dim Mak singles, the CODE/RED EP is both a statement of artistic freedom and a celebration of fearless reinvention. With infectious energy, nostalgic roots, and groundbreaking collaborations, it solidifies Laidback Luke’s status as one of electronic music’s most enduring innovators.
CODE/RED EP is available now on all platforms via Dim Mak Records.
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