HOSH + 1979’S MIDNIGHT (THE HANGING TREE) LANDS AS PETE TONG’S FIRST ESSENTIAL TUNE OF THE DECADE – LISTEN

Renowned DJ and producer HOSH came together with up and coming producer 1979 for ‘Midnight (The Hanging Tree)’ out now on Three Six Zero Recordings. The single features stunning vocals by Jalja and is even equipped with a captivating music video.

The video is eerie yet emotive, reflecting the atmosphere created by a typical Tim Burton film. It’s childlike animation enhances the innocent essence of the track. ‘Midnight (The Hanging Tree)’ is an ode to melodic house, fusing a funky beat with spiritual builds. Not to mention, Jalja’s deep yet angelic vocals help carry out a lingering, uplifting ambiance. Watch the music video here!

“This track happened like a magic call,” HOSH explains. “When 1979 sent me an instrumental it made a click and in my head I heard the hanging tree vocal on top of it. It turned out it was a perfect match, so I took it from there, made my adjustments and re-recorded the vocal with the talented Jalja.”

‘Midnight (The Hanging Tree)’ had been exclusively released on Beatport back in December through HOSH’s fryhide label. It reached the number one spot in Melodic House and Techno Tracks playlist. However, it currently holds the number two spot in the overall Beatport Chart. It successfully landed a spot as Pete Tong’s Essential New Tune, making it the first of the decade.

Throughout HOSH’s career he has received support from esteemed producers such as Solomon, Tale Of Us, Dubfire, CamelPhat, Solardo, Auntie Flo, and Yotto among others. In 2019 his exciting tour schedule brought him to famous venues like E1 London, Heart Ibiza, Mystic Garden Festival and Exchange LA.

Listen to the clever ‘Midnight (The Hanging Tree)’ by HOSH and 1979 featuring Jalja below.