When two distinct voices in melodic house converge, the result transcends both geography and genre. Hugo Cantarra and John Cala deliver “Alive,” a stirring collaboration released via MAHOOL, channeling the emotional precision both artists are celebrated for into a unified vision of contemporary electronic music.
“Alive” represents the meeting of complementary artistic philosophies. Hugo Cantarra, the French producer behind the Together We’re Louder foundation, merges refined melodic sensibilities with a humanitarian perspective, transforming streaming success into educational infrastructure. John Cala, the Colombian producer, contributes his signature blend of Latin American rhythms with cutting-edge electronic sound design, earning praise from ARGY, Adriatique, Solomun, and CamelPhat.
The collaboration emerged organically from mutual creative respect. John Cala explains: “I first connected with Hugo, and we knew we had something special. Max then joined and brought the spark that made the track feel truly Alive.” The production balances emotional depth with dancefloor potency, intertwining Hugo’s melodic storytelling—cultivated through releases on Armada, Anjunadeep, and Ultra—with John’s powerful percussion and textured vocal work showcased on Siamese and in his CamelPhat remix projects.
For Hugo Cantarra, “Alive” closes a landmark year, expanding both his musical footprint and philanthropic reach. His Together We’re Louder foundation is set to complete an education center in Togo, West Africa, while upcoming releases continue to showcase his artistic vision, demonstrating how creative excellence and social impact can amplify one another.
John Cala brings an equally dynamic trajectory. Based in Barcelona, he has performed at major stages including Tomorrowland, Afterlife, Zamna, Burning Man, and Ultra, with support from Pete Tong and Pablo Fierro, and coverage in BBC Radio, DJ Mag, and EDM.com. His recent official remix of CamelPhat’s “Sunshine” and his EP on Adriatique’s Siamese label mark his fourth collaboration with the imprint, cementing his place among the most forward-thinking melodic house innovators.
MAHOOL, the progressive imprint from MDL Beast, provides the perfect platform for this cross-continental partnership. Known for championing boundary-pushing electronic music that respects tradition while embracing innovation, the label aligns with both artists’ commitment to emotional authenticity and technical excellence.
“Alive” stands as a testament to electronic music’s unifying power, proving that when artists from different worlds and musical traditions collaborate with genuine creative purpose, the result resonates far beyond any single dancefloor.
Hugo Cantarra and John Cala’s “Alive” is available on all platforms via MAHOOL.
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