Oliver Heldens Releases First of Three "Animals" Remixes

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We don't have to tell you Martin Garrix's Animals is considered one of EDM's biggest hits to date. Now here's the official remix package with no less than three amazing remixes! First up is "Mr. Gecko" Oliver Heldens' cut.

A whopping Tech meets Deep House hybrid to spice up your set.

At just 18, Oliver Heldens is already creating a name for himself. 'Gecko' is currently at #2 in Beatport's Top 100 chart, and at #1 in it's Deep House chart.

His "Animals" remix brings a high-energy vibe to deep house with heavy grooves held at a big-room tempo.

Oliver has crafted multiple synth riffs and dynamic rhythms ranging from a four-on-the-floor house beat to breakbeat-esque percussion to serve as the foundation for the remix.

With this 'Animals' remix he got heads turning for him, receiving support from Martin Garrix himself, but also from Sander van Doorn, NERVO, Knife Party, Zedd, Porter Robinson, R3hab, Ferry Corsten and Danny Howard/ BBCR1.

Only a year ago Oliver Heldens gained attention from Spinnin' Records, showing great potential in his tracks. Soon his first releases were out on Spinnin', receiving huge support by the biggest name in the scene.

BBCR1 big man Pete Tong named Oliver Heldens one of this year's biggest upcoming talents.

Tiesto also noticed the skillful Dutchman and expressed his full support in his sets and radioshow. Tiesto's record label Musical Freedom released Oliver's newest release 'Gecko', which is buzzing worldwide.

This remix and Oliver Heldens' upcoming releases will definitely stir up the scene. Oliver Heldens may be the first artist to bridge the gap between big-room listeners and the underground community. - via The Media Nanny PR.