World renowned producer KSHMR brings one of his most standout records to date, unleashing the vibrant new single ‘Lion Heart’. The record sees the US sensation team up with multi-platinum Indian rapper DIVINE and Argentinian hip-hop phenom LIT killah, while featuring Jeremy Oceans & KARRA in a shining role. The result is a refreshingly global sound that taps into pop, hip-hop, trap, Indian rap and Latin vibes. KSHMR brings it all together in one mesmerising tune, out now on Dharma Worldwide.
‘Lion Heart’ is an exciting new step in KSHMR’s creative output, exploring his refined production skills with a unique set of collaborative sounds. It’s a record that’s been two years in the making, incorporating his recurring lion motif (referring to his 2016 debut album The Lion Across The Field) and fulfilling his long-time wish to work with these particular artists.
Setting out with a subdued mid-tempo beat, the mood intensifies with rhythmic piano chords and Jeremy Oceans’ catchy vocals, which ultimately builds a bridge between West Coast hip-hop, passionate song writing and KSHMR’s worldly influences.
The record continues to evolve, as it breaks out in a lively pop chorus, giving KARRA the chance to shine, followed by the clever and unique rap styles of LIT killah and DIVINE. It’s clear this multilingual tune brings the best of different worlds – all without losing any of its musical punch.
With an aim to break sonic boundaries, this genre bending new record sees KSHMR pay homage to his roots in old school hip hop whilst breaking into new territories with his ever-evolving sound.
DIVINE states, ““Niles (KSHMR) and I had been working on ‘Lion Heart’ for almost two years and I’m glad to see it finally come out. Lit killah, Jeremy, and Karra absolutely killed it; I’m excited to be able to share it with all our fans now!”
KSHMR states, “’Lion Heart’ is such a special collaboration for me. You’ve got India, Argentina, Holland and the US all on the same track and each artist brings something magical to the table. For the production I drew inspiration from old school hip hop — my first passion — and the hip hop scene currently emerging in India, which I’ve been excited about for a long time now.”
LIT killah states, “For me it is an honor to participate in this collaboration with Niles (KSHMR) and DIVINE.It is a song that we have been working on for a long time and I enjoyed the whole process. Personally, it is an opportunity to show the world that the Argentine scene is growing very strong.”
Known as one of dance music’s most renowned and versatile producers, Niles Hollowell-Dhar aka KSHMR has never been easy to pigeonhole. Since exploding onto the scene in the mid 10’s with a string of festival hits, including his 2015 claim to fame ‘Secrets’ (a collab with Tiësto), he’s become a household name in the global music scene, continuously wowing his audience with his expansive electronic sound, heavily influenced by his Indian heritage. Since then, KSHMR kept evolving his sound, expanding it with mystic soundscapes, inventive pop and unexpected collabs. Ranked 11th in the notorious DJ Top 100 list, his live shows have become milestone moments for many festival goers, while every new single is eagerly awaited as the next pinnacle in the artist’s impressive resume.
DIVINE a.k.a. Vivian Fernandes’ ascent has been no ordinary chronicle. From gully-based productions to debuting his album with Mass Appeal India to launching his own label and entertainment conglomerate Gully Gang Entertainment to being the first Indian rapper’ to be featured on Spotify Times Square Billboard in New York City, the rapper continues to be in a musical league all his own, imprinting hip-hop in the cultural consciousness of India. With a vision of taking Indian hip hop to the world, the rapper inked a worldwide publishing deal with one of the world’s most reputed music publishing companies, Reservoir and bagged the Best India Act honor at the prestigious MTV European Music Awards 2021
LIT killah is an Argentine rapper and freestyler born in Buenos Aires with rising multiplatform success. Step by step, he managed to position himself on different charts globally with hits like “Bufón”, “Tan Bien” and “Flexin’”, reaching his PLATINUM certification in Argentina and GOLD in Mexico. This collaboration with KSHMR and DIVINE expands LIT killah’s global reach and further highlights his versatility as an artist.
Founded in 2017 by KSHMR, Dharma Worldwide is a record label that he along with a global roster of artists call home. Rooted in world culture, Dharma champions unique electronic music that captures world instruments and sounds, providing a platform for established and emerging talent from countries across the globe. With releases from household names like Timmy Trumpet, Gabry Ponte, Mariana BO, Marnik, 22Bullets, and more, Dharma continues to break and redefine the boundaries of electronic dance music, following in the footsteps of label boss KSHMR.
