James Hype has never been one to do things halfway, and his latest single, ‘Don’t Wake Me Up’, is no exception. Released today via Island EMI, the track is a high-energy, synth-driven anthem that hits with both emotional weight and mainstage-ready power.
Described by Hype as “the song I’ve been trying to write for almost 10 years”, ‘Don’t Wake Me Up’ carries a sense of familiarity—a track that instantly feels like a classic. With its soaring melodies, euphoric drops, and dreamlike vocals, there’s no doubt this one will making the rounds in festival live sets.
This release kicks off a huge 2025 for Hype, who recently brought back his beloved live streams, delivering high-energy DJ sets on YouTube throughout February. Meanwhile, his ‘Our House’ residency with Meduza at Hï Ibiza is leveling up, moving to the venue’s Theatre stage for an expanded 16-week summer takeover. Add to that a Las Vegas residency and major UK festival appearances still to be announced, and it’s clear—James Hype still hasn’t hit his peak.
With 10M+ monthly Spotify listeners, platinum-certified hits, and a reputation for next-level technical DJing, Hype has proven time and again that his sets—and his productions—are built for maximum impact. If ‘Don’t Wake Me Up’ is any indication, this year will be anything but quiet.