March 7, 2025 – Dutch producer and composer Eelke Kleijn is set to release his highly anticipated fifth studio album, ‘Connected’, on May 2. Marking a new creative chapter in his career, the album showcases a refined indie-electronic sound, blending deep, melodic productions with rich storytelling. With a collection of vocal-driven tracks and diverse collaborations, ‘Connected’ highlights Eelke Kleijn’s evolving artistry and willingness to push musical boundaries. Ahead of the album release, he unveils ‘Watching Over Me’ featuring Emily Roberts—the sixth single from the upcoming project.
Eelke Kleijn’s upcoming album, ‘Connected’, has been years in the making and is his first full-length project composed entirely of vocal tracks. With an indie-electronic approach and collaborations with a range of guest artists, the album explores new musical heights. Its immersive productions and storytelling lyrics bring together a unique fusion of electronic and organic sounds.
Speaking about the album, Eelke Kleijn shares: "Connected is a project I’ve been working on for years. Over that time, I’ve been inspired by many different styles and sounds, both within and outside the dance music world. Now that it’s almost here, I’m incredibly proud of the entire album!"
A key part of ‘Connected’ is its latest single, ‘Watching Over Me’, out today on DAYS like NIGHTS/Armada Music. Featuring the emotive vocals of Emily Roberts, the track blends deep melodies with an atmospheric intensity, striking a balance between Eelke’s signature electronic sound and his evolving organic approach.
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For over two decades, Eelke Kleijn has been a driving force in the electronic music scene, known for his rich, versatile productions. His track ‘Transmission (Joris Voorn Remix)’ became a major hit, reaching the Dutch Top 40, spending two weeks at #1 on the Shazam Netherlands chart, and earning accolades such as SLAM! Mixmarathon’s Track of the Week and Radio 538’s Dance Smash. His earlier tracks, including ‘Ein Tag Am Strand’ and ‘Mistakes I’ve Made’, also secured spots in the Dutch Top 40.
Beyond his work as a producer, Eelke Kleijn has composed music for films such as Batman v Superman, Rush, and Parker. With the release of his fifth studio album, he continues to push artistic boundaries, further cementing his place as a leading figure in the electronic music world.
About Armada Music
Armada Music is the biggest independent dance music label in the world. Founded by Armin van Buuren, Maykel Piron (CEO) and David Lewis, the label manages an ever-growing catalog of over 40,000 tracks, built up across twenty-plus years of specialized dance music exploitation.
Representing artists such as Armin van Buuren, ARTY, D.O.D, Eelke Kleijn, Jan Blomqvist, Loud Luxury, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Tensnake, THEMBA and Yulia Niko, Armada Music amasses more than one billion streams per month, airplay on leading radio outlets such as BBC Radio 1 and Sirius XM, and top positions in the world’s most notable charts. The label also takes great pride in major achievements such as Armin van Buuren’s GRAMMY nomination for ‘This Is What It Feels Like’, Loud Luxury and Brando’s ‘Body’ surpassing one billion streams on Spotify and breaking artists such as Lost Frequencies into global stardom.
Across offices in Amsterdam (HQ), New York, London and Laren (NL), Armada Music offers a truly global appeal to its growing roster. The label has its own club, radio studio and multiple production studios, and hosts various live formats. Producer platform Armada University, which offers educational products and opportunities, shows the label’s sustained effort to nurture the next wave of talent.
In 2023, Armada Music launched BEAT Music Fund, the world’s first dance music investment company, that acquires catalogs with the mission of honoring, representing and reinvigorating them. BEAT’s portfolio will continue to grow; in the first six months following its launch, BEAT acquired the catalogs of, among others, electronic music star ARTY, house and techno pioneer Kevin Saunderson’s KMS Records, legendary NYC-based house label King Street Sounds and chart-topping producers Chocolate Puma.