Chris Lake kicks off 2025 by making a grand return to his own Black Book Records. The new single, ‘Ease My Mind’, signals a soulful turn in the trajectory for the producer.

Joining forces with Amsterdam-based Abel Balder, fans will recognize the collaborator’s signature falsetto from ubiquitous global hits like ANOTR’s ‘Relax My Eyes’ and ‘Vertigo’. The duo deliver sunsoaked indie dance, whose plush arrangement and warmth adds new dimension to the creative range that always underscored Lake’s classic, club-geared bravado.

‘Ease My Mind’ effortlessly showcases the multi-faceted nature of Lake’s ear and production, while still remaining true to his knack for percolating drumwork, infectious melody, and a steady bassline to keep the energy high. Likely not the kind of collaboration listeners might have expected from Lake this year, the pair effortlessly position themselves at the forefront of tastemakers, recontextualizing the definition of a sought-after dance floor weapon.

The track lands in tandem with a busy year of touring ahead. In addition to his residency at Marquee Dayclub in Las Vegas, Chris Lake also has a performance at Ocaso Festival coming up in Costa Rica and many tentpole moments throughout the year. Having become one of house music’s most compelling figures, ‘Ease My Mind’ comes as testament to the why and how—the producer confidently ushers in the unexpected, as he experiments with contemporary form and flavour, resulting in a handcrafted vibe that leaves listeners blissfully steeped in nostalgia for warmer months.