GRAMMY-winning producer and DJ CID is stepping into a moodier direction with his latest release, “Don’t Call Me,” arriving through Insomniac Records. Blending the infectious rhythms of tech house with a more seductive, late-night atmosphere, the new track delivers a different kind of club energy as CID prepares for a major headline performance at the Hollywood Palladium in January.
Originally from Queens, New York, CID has spent years building an impressive presence in electronic music, carving out a place for himself across both mainstream dance music and the underground scene. His production credits include co-producing Cedric Gervais’ GRAMMY-winning remix of Lana Del Rey’s “Summertime Sadness,” along with earning another GRAMMY nomination for his remix of LSD’s “Audio.” Beyond his work behind the decks and in the studio, CID also operates his own label, Night Service Only. With more than one billion streams across his catalog and a reputation as one of Beatport’s top-selling artists, his influence continues to reach far beyond the dancefloor.
On “Don’t Call Me,” CID explores the tension of a late-night encounter, built around the idea of a secret connection with very specific boundaries. A sultry vocal delivers a direct message to someone on the other end of the phone: don’t reach out unless there’s an intention to show up. The track leans into that provocative storyline through shadowy synth textures, atmospheric melodies, and a commanding low-end. Thick basslines, rolling percussion, and sharp claps give the production its momentum, creating a sound that feels equally suited for a packed club and the darker hours of the night.
The release follows CID’s previous Insomniac Records single, “Loaded Gun,” which has already accumulated 2.61 million streams. The track has also found its way onto radio stations internationally, including SiriusXM, Kiss FM Australia, SLAM!, Radio 538, NRJ, Sunshine Live, Fun Radio, and Radio FG. Its reach has extended into DJ sets and mixshows, earning support from notable names such as Martin Garrix, ACRAZE, Oliver Heldens, TELYKAST, Afrojack, and Nicky Romero.
CID is also bringing his sound directly to audiences through his ongoing “Out of Service” tour. Among the upcoming dates are a headline performance at the Hollywood Palladium on January 9, followed by an appearance at Austin’s Concourse Project on January 29. Additional stops include EDC Orlando, Breakaway Festival, DPRTMNT, The Village Beach Club, Goldrush Festival, Blackbox Theatre, 1015 Folsom, Common UNDRGRD, The Forum, The Vogue, and District. With another release making its way into his growing catalog, CID continues to demonstrate his ability to move between different shades of electronic music while keeping the energy firmly rooted in the club.
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