TIGA’S FIRST STUDIO ALBUM IN A DECADE, HOTLIFE, OUT APRIL 17, 2026 VIA TURBO RECORDINGS / SECRET CITY RECORDS
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“An irresistibly hypnotic first taste of what's to come”
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Time for some non-fiction. The human condition: that’s pure “FRICTION.” It costs a million dollars just to stay alive. Play it cool, feel the vibe. In his latest offering out today, Tiga departs from his signature quick fire hooks, opting for a more relaxed approach as he frames the collective feeling of the tricky times in which we’re all living. ‘Too much friction, too much tension… I need some of your attention,’ proclaims Tiga on the track.
For decades now, club culture has served as an escape from the day-to-day grind for so many dancers around the world, and “FRICTION” is an ode to the continued ability of dance music to lighten the load. Tiga has always had a knack for threading the middle ground between lighthearted tones and heavy emotion, and “FRICTION” is the latest example of his tried & true studio mastery.
“FRICTION” was co-written by Jesper Dahlbäck and Priori, with additional production from Patrick Holland. Following the long-awaited “ECSTACY SURROUNDS ME,” the Fcukers collab “SILK SCARF,” and the captivating '"HOT WIFE," “FRICTION” serves as the final pre-release single from HOTLIFE, Tiga’s first album in a decade. Scheduled for April 17, 2026 as a collaborative release via Montreal’s Turbo Recordings and Secret City Records, the project will also contain features from Boys Noize, Fcukers, Maara, and MRD.
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MORE ABOUT TIGA
Tiga, born in Montreal, is a globally renowned DJ, producer, and the creative force behind Turbo Recordings. His journey began in the vibrant chaos of the 1980s Indian club scene, where he developed a deep appreciation for electronic music’s transformative power. Returning to Montreal in the early 1990s, Tiga pioneered a new wave of nightlife, introducing innovative party concepts, guest DJs, and Montreal’s first rave, “Solstice,” in 1993. His relentless pursuit of musical excellence saw him co-founding the legendary nightclub Sona, creating a sanctuary for bold, cutting-edge dance music, while his label Turbo Recordings became a launchpad for numerous iconic releases in electronic music from legends such as Chromeo, Azari & III, Gesaffelstein, Duke Dumont, ANNA, and Charlotte de Witte.
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There’s always been a fertile creative tension at the heart of Tiga’s music: on the one hand he’s the underground techno don, on the other, there’s a pop sensibility that enables him to write great songs. It’s this duality that makes him one of electronic music’s most engaging characters. He’s about as far from your faceless techno DJ as it’s possible to get.
As a producer, Tiga achieved global recognition with his chart-topping cover of “Sunglasses at Night,” a collaboration with Zyntherius, which became an anthem for electro enthusiasts. His remix credits include high-profile artists such as The xx, LCD Soundsystem, Moby, Depeche Mode, and Justice, solidifying his reputation as a master of reinvention. Tiga’s contribution to the prestigious DJ Kicks series showcased his eclectic style, while his original works, including the hit single “Pleasure from the Bass,” cemented his place in the pantheon of electronic music.
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With his infectious creativity and a career spanning decades, Tiga continues to captivate audiences worldwide, shaping the sound of modern club culture. All the while, Tiga has toured the world extensively, playing legendary festivals and nightclubs such as Coachella, Sónar Festival, Berghain, Stereo Montreal, and Tomorrowland.
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TIGA ON TOUR
Mar 13 - Deseo, Buenos Aires, AR
Mar 14 - Klandestine, São Paulo, BR
Mar 21 - Teatro Albeniz, Gijon, ES
Mar 25 - Factory Town, Miami, US
Mar 28 - Factory Town, Miami, US
Apr 17 - Jaeger, Oslo, NO
Apr 18 - Sun & Snow Festival, Granada, ES
Apr 24 - Making Time, Philadelphia, US
Apr 25 - Making Time, Washington DC, US
Apr 30 - Sound Department, Taranto, IT
May 1 - Auditorija, Kaunas, LT
May 3 - Blitz, Munich, DE
May 8 - Nitsa, Barcelona, ES
May 9 - Lula, Madrid, ES
May 17 - EDC, Las Vegas, US
May 21 - The Sanctuary, Rome, IT
May 22 - The Sanctuary, Milan, IT
May 24 - Club Del Diavolo, Quarrata, IT
May 25 - Movement, Detroit, US
Jun 7 - Under the K Bridge, Brooklyn, US
Jul 16 - Beat Herder, Lancashire, UK
Jul 18 - Rock Herk, Derk-de-Stad, BE
Aug 1 - Chasing Summer, Calgary, CA
Aug 2 - HARD Summer, Los Angeles, US
Aug 8 - Ilesoniq, Montreal, CA
Aug 9 - Elements, Pennyslvania, US
Aug 12 - Sziget, Budapest, HU
Aug 14 - Wecandance Festival, BE
Aug 28 - Dantz Festival, San Sebastián, ES
Sep 4 - ARC Music Festival, Chicago, US
Sep 5 - Deep Tropics Festival, Nashville, US
Sep 18-20 - Making Time, Philadelphia, US
Oct 16-17 - iiiPoints, Miami, US
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HOTLIFE TRACKLIST
1. HOTWIFE feat. Boys Noize
2. HIGH ROLLERS
3. IAMWHATIAM feat. MRD
4. SILK SCARF feat. Fcukers
5. FRICTION
6. NEED YOU TONIGHT
7. LOLLIPOP
8. I AM YOUR DETROIT SUNRISE
9. SEXLESS PORNOGRAPHIC LOSERS feat. Maara
10. I KNOW A PLACE
11. CHERRY
12. ECSTASY SURROUNDS ME
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