In a world that sometimes forgets to simply feel, Chris Lake reminds us why house music matters. Kicking off 2025 with a burst of authenticity and a return to his own Black Book Records, the LA-based producer teams up with vocalist Abel Balder for his first original release of the year. Culminating in a disco-tinged house groove that walks the line between nostalgia and finesse, ‘Ease My Mind’ brings a spirited and soulful touch to the dance floor in a way only Chris Lake can achieve.
After a stellar 2024 that saw him reimagining classics like Green Velvet’s ‘Percolator’ and linking with fellow dance titans Disclosure, Chris Lake continues to craft addictive productions and genuine moments that resonate with fans. ‘Ease My Mind’ ups the ante for the new year—inviting listeners to pause, let go, and feel the music. Marking a soulful turn in his trajectory, the track effortlessly showcases Chris Lake’s multi-faceted and polished production—from percolating drumwork and infectious melodies to a steady bassline that will push audiences to new heights.
Complementing Chris’s esteemed production, Amsterdam’s Abel Balder brings his silky smooth falsetto—widely recognized from global hits like ANOTR’s ‘Relax My Eyes’ and ‘Vertigo’. The result elevates the alluring aesthetics of ‘Ease My Mind’ even further, transforming it from a secret DJ weapon to a feel-good beat that begs to be rinsed.
Commenting on the release, Chris Lake says,
“I try not to follow trends, but what feels right. Linking with Abel in the studio was one of those moments where everything just aligned perfectly. The result is ‘Ease My Mind,’ a tune that I’m truly proud of and can’t wait to share”
Now streaming worldwide, ‘Ease My Mind’ sets the stage for 2025 to remember. As Chris Lake gears up for the calendar year ahead, the release gives fans a glimpse of what’s yet to come—available now on his very own Black Book Records
About Chris Lake
For Chris Lake, making people dance is more than a career: It’s an obsession. Over two decades, the GRAMMY®-nominated artist has become one of house music’s most compelling figures. In that time he’s lived many lives as a producer, DJ, and label head, all connected by his ability to create big moments both onstage and in his music. Since breaking through with a string of No. 1 singles in the late 2000s, Lake has helped redefine America’s house music scene in the post-EDM age. His music is a regular fixture on Billboard’s Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart, including recent hits “Summertime Blues,” “Beggin’,” and “More Baby.” He has headlined EDC Las Vegas and Coachella stages, shut down Hollywood Boulevard for over 12,000 fans, and spread the dance floor gospel through his Under Construction events with FISHER. Alongside DJing and producing, Lake is the founder of Black Book Records, which has helped elevate rising talent such as Cloonee, Miane, and Mochakk. The label’s reach is also expanding through events like Black Book On The Pier and an exclusive MNTGE fashion collaboration. Perhaps more than simply making people dance, Lake leaves dance music’s people and culture better than he found it. “It gives me this increased love of the power of a single song and the effect that it can have on anyone’s life,” he says. “I love the idea that I can make a song and give people that feeling. It’s just amazing, and I feel like as the years go on, I get better and better at doing it.”
