Oliver heldnes begins the year 2024 returning to its roots. The Dutch producer has just teamed up with a young American promise Ian Asher reimagine Sergio Mendes'Iconic worldwide hit of 1966,'More than anything.” In fact, it was Asher who first posted an edit of the original song and it went viral. However, the final version of the song is very reminiscent of some of Oliver's early songs, such as Koala and Gecko. The bass, synths and tempo are unmistakably Oliver.
“I've always loved the vocals of the classic 'Más Que Nada' and over the years I must have played it in hundreds of my DJ sets in various mashups/remixes, which always got great reactions from the crowd.” says Oliver Heldens. “Last year I really liked what Ian did on his initial viral sound with the stuttering/closed vocal drop, so when he approached me about collaborating on it and finishing it together, I had no hesitation! I'm glad I was able to do my thing by adding a distinctive and funky melodic bassline while staying true to Ian's initial idea, keeping the main focus on the breathy vocals of 'Más Que Nada'. It has been a pleasure to work with Ian and it is a great honor to get the approval of the legendary Sergio Mendes!
“It was fascinating to see the incredible reaction to Ian's initial sampling of the song.” Says Sergio Mendes. “It's always flattering when young artists want to reinterpret one of my songs and I'm excited to see what happens with this release.” said the three-time Grammy® Award winner and Oscar®-nominated composer.
Ian Asher adds: “I'm so excited to be working with one of my favorite artists, Oliver Heldens, and Brazilian legend Sérgio Mendes to rework his classic 'Mas Que Nada'! I first posted a snippet of the edit last summer, and when I did, I had no idea it would become such a viral moment that it would be shared around the world… it would even be heard by Sérgio, the man who made the song famous. So many years ago. After receiving his blessing and working on it with Oliver, I think we made something that will be a weapon on the dance floors for many years to come.”
Check out Oliver Heldens and Ian Asher's reimagining of Sérgio Mendes' iconic song “Mas Que Nada,” available now on Easier said. Also enjoy Oliver's recent 3-hour set from the Brooklyn Mirage!
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