After the worldwide success of “Natura” — a track which became a staple of last summer’s parties — wunderkind musician Orsay is kicking off 2025 in the best way possible: he’s teamed up with the acclaimed Maxi Meraki for “Amado”, to release a sentimental tribute to Orsay’s late father, releasing on Adriatique’s Siamese imprint.
Having been tested on the road not only by their authors but also melodic techno and afro house giants such as RÜFÜS DU SOL, WhoMadeWho, Adriatique, Carlita, and many others, the collaboration gears up to become an early anthem for spring and summer festivals around the world, empirically proven.
“Amado” is a testament to true love, legacy, and the everlasting impact of those who once marked our paths. “‘Amado’ — ‘loved ones’ in English — is dedicated to the ones who are not here anymore, yet are still so close to our hearts”, says Orsay, who built the backbone of the single with his late father in mind.
He recalls, “This track is very special to me because I made it a few months after my father passed away. The original vocal on it was a voice message that he left me and that I used as inspiration to create all the melodies and feelings in the track”.
Powerful both in energy on the surface, as well as its message lying underneath, “Amado” pairs warm and nostalgic piano lines with groovy instrumentation and analogue synths, creating a genre-bender which marries melodic techno and afro house for the ultimate sonic combo.
Its hybrid state allows for the piece to be the ideal soundtrack to connect people on a number of dance floors — from the golden sunset lovers enjoying a dancing session by the beach, to the late-night, eyes-closed clubbers chasing highs.
Orsay, who admits getting “very sentimental” when watching the track get to so many ears and hearts, knows for a fact that “Amado” works whenever it plays live. “It’s never “failed” on the dance floor”, he says.
Listen to the track below!
