Following the recent release of ‘Wake Up’ featuring MRD, Alan Walker is set to unveil the rest of his Neon Nights EP, showcasing a diverse array of sounds and featuring show-stopping artists like Lova and bludnymph. This highly anticipated EP is accompanied by a unique collaboration with Epic Games’ Rocket League.
At this thrilling juncture, the globally acclaimed dance music artist, Alan Walker, is ecstatic to release his Neon Nights EP exclusively on Monstercat this August. Monstercat, known for its significant digital presence in the gaming and technology world, has previously released major tracks from artists such as Nicky Romero, Vikkstar, and Marshmello. This marks the first collaboration between Alan Walker and Monstercat, aligning perfectly with the Rocket League in-game music festival, where Alan will headline. The Neon Nights EP comprises four tracks, each with a distinct sonic profile influenced by future house, dance-pop, and drum and bass.
The EP will be featured throughout Rocket League, where fans can claim each song as their player anthem and hear it on Rocket League Radio. Beyond the music, players can earn Walker-themed items by completing Neon Nights Challenges: score ten goals in online matches to unlock the A.W. Mask Topper and get two Aerial Hits to unlock the A.W. Octane Decal. Fancy taking Walker Wheels for a spin? The Walkzz Wheels are yours if you can get 50 Centers or Clears in online matches. A host of exclusive content is also available in the item store via the Jäger 619 Alan Walker Bundle, making it clear that Alan Walker is taking over Rocket League.
Alan Walker shared his excitement about the collaboration: “I’ve always enjoyed gaming, and it’s definitely my go-to when I’m on tour or just need a break from everyday life! That’s why it’s a great honor to be part of this collaboration. I’m a huge Epic fan and have truly enjoyed the entire process. It’s incredible to see my logo, and my new EP find their home in Rocket League. Now, I just hope that both my fans and Rocket League fans love what they see and hear!”
The lead single from the EP is ‘Beautiful Nightmare’ with bludnymph, a prominent voice in the Canadian indie-pop and alt-rap scenes. Touching on elements of drum & bass and breaks, ‘Beautiful Nightmare’ represents a departure from Alan’s usual style, showcasing his versatility in dance music production. bludnymph, known for her unique fusion of alt-rap and pop sounds, has rapidly ascended in the music industry with successful releases, including her 2023 EPs ‘DROOL’ and ‘SEX MACHINA’. Her recent collaboration with The Chainsmokers on ‘Self Destruction Mode’ highlights her dynamic presence. The production of ‘Beautiful Nightmare’ is fluid, energetic, and features a quirky yet catchy vocal performance from bludnymph, making it a perfect soundtrack for Rocket League.
The masked producer also looks to his home country for talent with ‘Wake Up’ featuring MRD. Known for his hyper-influenced sound, MRD brings a hardcore flavor to Walker’s cosmic and synth-laden production, creating an innovative soundscape that takes listeners on a journey through time and space.
‘Lifeline’ with Lova is an emotionally charged ballad featuring Walker’s signature dance-pop production and a stunning vocal performance from Swedish singer/songwriter Lova. This track feels like a continuation of ‘Unsure’ with Kylie Cantrall, another fan-favorite following Alan Walker’s classic recipe.
The final song on the EP, ‘Club Leclerc (Racers Mix)’, is a light-hearted nod to one of Alan’s favorite F1 drivers and friend Charles Leclerc, inspired by a viral TikTok video viewed millions of times and used by celebrities like Camila Cabello. Alan and Charles connected via social media, and ‘Club Leclerc’ adds a high-octane exclamation mark to this star-studded EP.
