Undertone kicks off 2026 with “Running Ahead,” a bright, high-energy house track. True to its name, the single wastes no time—skipping traditional verses entirely and launching straight into the chorus, before opening into a carefully placed bridge that maintains momentum without losing its sense of lift.
Set in A♯ major at 126 BPM, Running Ahead is an uplifting, summer-driven release, perfectly timed for the southern hemisphere season. Damian’s vocals arrive instantly, setting the tone with warmth and urgency, while layered arps, tremolo-textured synths and a fast, clean bassline drive the track forward. A classic Reese bass appears in key moments, adding weight and club credibility, while a tight, clean kick anchors the production exactly where it should—front and centre.
The track took six weeks to complete, undergoing multiple revisions and even a full mix overhaul before being finalised by Fin Mastering, resulting in a polished, radio- and club-ready sound.
Running Ahead follows a strong run of releases that highlight Undertone’s range and emotional sensitivity as a producer. In 2026, “
More recently, “Ngiyajola (A Date Song)” leaned into joy and cultural celebration, fusing happy Zulu lyrics with EDM, piano-driven melodies and crisp percussion—earning play across diverse club spaces, from Amapiano lounges to deep house and EDM floors.
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Across releases such as the most recent Zulu EDM track ‘A Date Song’ and previous releases Don’t Give Up, Alive, Open Spaces, Falling and the internationally supported “Kind Of Love”—which received airplay on BBC Radio and at Club Mambo in Ibiza—Undertone has built a reputation for emotive builds, clean drops and emotionally honest electronic music.
With Running Ahead, Undertone delivers a confident, feel-good statement—an energetic stride forward and a strong start to the year.
