US Club legend Kristine W unleashes the fabulous Next To You

Monday 10th August 2026

International dance music icon Kristine W is set to ignite dance floors worldwide once again with the release of her highly anticipated new album, Dance with Me, arriving May 15. Leading the project is her uplifting new single, “Next to You,” a vibrant celebration of connection, joy, and the power of togetherness, releasing May 12. A defining voice in dance music for nearly three decades, Kristine W continues to evolve while staying true to the uplifting spirit that has earned her 17 Billboard #1 dance hits. With Dance with Me, she delivers a dynamic, genre-spanning collection that blends progressive house, Afro house, future disco, and tech house, all anchored by her signature soulful vocals. At the heart of the album is “Next to You,” a track inspired by the emotional aftermath of global isolation. “The message is that life is better and people are happier when they are together,” says Kristine W. “We didn’t fully appreciate that until we were all locked down during COVID. Life is more rewarding when you’re sharing it with those you love. The joy of togetherness elevates and inspires us. We are better together.” Written by Kristine W and acclaimed UK-based producer Rob Buttons (aka Freejak) with a standout mix from the newly reunited, renowned British duo Soul Seekerz, “Next to You” delivers a classic European house sound with global appeal. The single holds deep personal meaning for Kristine, who found the absence of live performance during the pandemic particularly challenging. “Being around my dancers, musicians, and audiences fuels my creativity,” she shares. “I missed my people and just wanted to get next to everyone again.”

Posted by Craig Jones