Progressive house is quietly finding its way back to the spotlight, and Afrojack is once again at the center of that resurgence. His new single “Rivers”, created alongside rising producer Amél, delivers a soaring, hands-up anthem that taps into the genre’s golden-era emotion while feeling firmly rooted in the present.
Released via Wall Recordings, Rivers is built for big moments. From its crisp percussion to its expansive chords and uplifting lead melody, the track channels the kind of euphoric energy that once defined mainstage culture worldwide.
Afrojack “Rivers” Signals a New Progressive Chapter
For Afrojack, “Rivers” is more than a single. It reflects a broader creative direction he’s been exploring lately: revisiting early-2010s festival sounds and proving they still have room to evolve.
That mindset was already evident in his recent anniversary remix projects, and “Rivers” continues that thread with clarity and confidence. It’s polished, powerful, and designed to hit hardest when played loud in front of thousands.
From Mentorship to Mainstage Collaboration
The story behind Rivers adds another layer of meaning. Amél first caught Afrojack’s attention in 2022 and officially joined Wall Recordings in 2023, marking the start of a mentorship that quickly gained momentum.
The moment became symbolic earlier this year when Amél was brought onstage during Afrojack’s set at Ultra Music Festival. What began as guidance has now transformed into a full-fledged collaboration, with “Rivers” serving as its defining statement.
A Track Designed for Collective Euphoria
Musically, “Rivers” delivers exactly what fans of progressive house crave. Clean drum work anchors the groove, while shimmering synth layers and an emotional melody drive the track forward. It’s nostalgic without sounding dated, modern without losing warmth.
The result is a release that feels purpose-built for sunset sets, festival finales, and those rare moments when a crowd moves as one.
Afrojack’s Rivers is now available on all major streaming platforms.