The dance music titan Galantis, alongside legendary DJ/producer David Guetta and the chart-topping pop-rock sensation 5 Seconds of Summer, have unveiled their electrifying single “Lighter,” now streaming through Big Beat Records. This collaboration has sparked a wildfire of excitement on social media, fueled by a unique promotional stunt involving red dice and candles sent to superfans globally, revealing the single’s title. This track is 5 Seconds of Summer’s eagerly awaited return to the music scene after a year, closely following David Guetta’s streak of chart-topping collaborations with artists like Kim Petras and Bebe Rexha.
Following the global acclaim of their gold-certified hit “Heartbreak Anthem” with Little Mix, Galantis and David Guetta’s partnership continues to shine with “Lighter,” a track that has already captured hearts worldwide, showcasing its strength on charts like Billboard Global 200 and the UK Official Chart.
Christian Karlsson of Galantis reflects on the synergy in creating “Lighter,” highlighting the seamless collaboration with 5SOS and David Guetta that birthed a track both emotional and timeless. Particularly, working with Michael Clifford from 5SOS on live production elements was a source of inspiration, reinforcing the excitement of releasing another hit with Guetta after the success of “Heartbreak Anthem.”
2023 is a landmark year for Galantis, signaling the advent of a new album phase, their first since the 2020 release of Church. “Lighter” joins an impressive roster of singles like “Dreamteam” with Neon Trees and the US Dance radio charting “Little Bit Yours” with Hannah Boleyn. The upcoming album promises more hits, including “Koala” and “BANG BANG! (My Neurodivergent Anthem),” the latter receiving acclaim from Rolling Stone and a personal insight into Karlsson’s experience with ADHD.
Galantis, known for their electrifying live performances, continues to sell out venues worldwide and dominate the global festival scene. This year includes their third appearance at the Brooklyn Mirage for Midsommar and performances during Miami Music Week. For all tour dates and ticket info, visit wearegalantis.com/tour.
