In this new entry in our ‘Diamonds In The Rough’ category, we would like to introduce you to upcoming artist HUGEL and his brand new album titled Twenty One.
Global dance music phenomenon HUGEL has officially released his long-awaited debut album, Twenty One, available now via Make The Girls Dance Records. Marking a milestone 21 years after he first stepped behind the decks as a teenager in Marseille, the 21-track project is both a celebration of his remarkable journey and a bold statement from one of the most influential names in modern dance music.
Following a landmark year that saw HUGEL surpass one billion annual streams, amass more than 27 million monthly Spotify listeners, make his highly anticipated Coachella debut, and secure residencies at Hï Ibiza as well as Encore Beach Club and EBC at Night in Las Vegas, Twenty One arrives at the peak of his global success.
Built around HUGEL’s signature fusion of Afro House, Latin House, Mediterranean rhythms, and infectious crossover production, the album showcases an expansive vision that effortlessly bridges genres and cultures. Across its 21 tracks, HUGEL collaborates with an all-star lineup featuring Snoop Dogg, Big Sean, French Montana, NBA YoungBoy, Roy Woods, David Guetta, Scott Storch, Tokischa, Ultra Naté, Ty Dolla $ign, Quavo, Bryson Tiller, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, and many more, creating an immersive listening experience that moves seamlessly from peak-time club records to melodic late-night anthems.
The album’s rollout has already generated significant momentum through standout singles including “Body Drop” featuring Big Sean and Scott Storch, the uplifting “Movin’ To The Sun” with Ultra Naté and Imael Angel, and the infectious Latin-infused “Ron Y Coco” featuring Flagrant Drvms and Barbara Doza. Each release offered a glimpse into the rich sonic palette that defines Twenty One while highlighting HUGEL’s ability to unite artists from vastly different musical worlds.
The project opens with “Intro” featuring Snoop Dogg before launching into high-energy collaborations like “150 Bands” with NBA YoungBoy and Arya XO, “Shine” featuring David Guetta, French Montana, and Aidan Martin, and “Quiere Party” alongside Tokischa and Provi. Throughout the album, HUGEL balances explosive festival-ready productions with atmospheric interludes and groove-driven cuts that reflect the international influences shaping today’s dance music landscape.
More than simply a collection of collaborations, Twenty One reflects HUGEL’s evolution as both a producer and cultural tastemaker. His distinctive blend of Afro House, Latin rhythms, hip-hop, R&B, and global club music has helped redefine contemporary electronic music, inspiring dancefloors from Ibiza and Miami to São Paulo, Mexico City, and beyond.
Born in Marseille, HUGEL began DJing on vinyl at just 16 years old, drawing inspiration from pioneers such as Carl Cox, Laurent Garnier, Daft Punk, Amine Edge, and David Guetta. Over the past two decades, he has transformed into one of electronic music’s most commercially successful and culturally influential artists, delivering multiple Beatport chart-toppers while helping propel Latin House into the global mainstream.
His momentum continues to build in 2026. Alongside his acclaimed Ibiza residency and new Las Vegas residencies, HUGEL’s unforgettable Coachella debut featured surprise appearances from Big Sean, Snoop Dogg, Ty Dolla $ign, French Montana, Roy Woods, and Murda Beatz, underscoring his growing influence far beyond the dance music world.
With Twenty One, HUGEL delivers the most ambitious and complete artistic statement of his career. Blending world-class collaborations with globally inspired production and infectious rhythms, the album captures the spirit of today’s interconnected music landscape while cementing HUGEL’s status as one of the defining architects of modern Afro House and Latin House.
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