Okay… I know this one’s a little late — and honestly? Fair play if you noticed. May was chaos in all the best ways. There’s been a lot going on behind the scenes (and I’ll be sharing more very soon 👀), but let’s just say between the excitement of new creative projects and the glittery madness of Mighty Hoopla, the music kept me grounded.
If April was all about anticipation, May was full-blown emotional release — late-night anthems, electro slow-burns, dramatic disco… and Eurovision. Oh yes. What a month it’s been.
And now, we’re back on track.
Here’s what lived rent-free in my ears throughout May 2025.
1️⃣ jj – “Wasted Love” (80 scrobbles)
Let’s start with the obvious: I called it. Austria took home the Eurovision crown, and Wasted Love by jj absolutely deserved it. A breathtaking blend of operatic techno and cinematic drama — soaring vocals, pulsing bass, and raw vulnerability. It was a moment, and it’s still stuck in my chest. Bring on Vienna 2026 (hopefully!).
2️⃣ Dove Cameron – “French Girls” (78 scrobbles)
Slick, stylish, and soaked in tension. Dove delivers femme fatale energy with pop precision. This is for strutting through life like you’ve got a secret — neon lights in the background, wind in your hair, smirk on your face.
3️⃣ aiko – “Mi Amor” (73 scrobbles)
Tender, romantic, and rich with emotion. Aiko blends subtle flamenco influences with warm, cinematic production. You can hear the heart in her voice. One of those songs that makes you want to text someone you probably shouldn’t.
4️⃣ Sophie Ellis‑Bextor – “Vertigo” (72 scrobbles)
Disco drama meets Bond theme energy. Sophie’s voice remains immaculate as ever, riding on sweeping strings and a bassline that belongs under a glittering mirrorball. Seductive and swirling.
5️⃣ Shkodra Elektronike – “Zjerm” (70 scrobbles)
Bold, hypnotic, and rooted in Albanian electro-folk. “Zjerm” builds like a ritual — echoing beats, reverb-soaked vocals, and ancient-sounding energy remixed for modern nightlife. Weird in the very best way.
6️⃣ Sissal – “Hallucination” (69 scrobbles)
Dreamlike vocals drift through echo-laced synths in this hazy, haunting track. “Hallucination” feels like a lucid dream — soothing, surreal, and a little slippery. One for the headphones, lights off.
7️⃣ Gorgon City – “Run It Back” (62 scrobbles)
Certified banger. Gorgon City stay winning with their signature combo of chunky house rhythms and late-night vocals. It’s confident, polished, and made for movement.
8️⃣ Lucas Estrada – “Love Me Again” (61 scrobbles)
This one’s pure golden hour. Laid-back, breezy, and laced with a hopeful sweetness that feels like summer’s about to start. It’s the kind of track you put on during a solo walk and suddenly feel lighter.
9️⃣ R3hab – “The Chase” (61 scrobbles)
Fast-paced, high-gloss EDM energy. “The Chase” is a track that builds like a montage — fists pumping, lights flashing, no time to stop. Pure festival fuel.
🔟 Solardo – “Message in a Bottle” (58 scrobbles
This is not just a dance track — it’s a full reimagining of The Police’s iconic hit, flipped into a moody house anthem. The original melody is still there, but now it’s drenched in late-night energy and deep bass. It’s got the bones of a classic with the soul of a sweaty underground club.
🌟 Honourable Mention
All Saints – “Pure Shores” (Tourist Remix)
One of my all-time favourite tracks, now with a glossy new skin. Tourist’s remix is light, chilled, and beautifully respectful of the original — a sunset rework that gives you chills in all the right ways.
🎶 Listen to the full May playlist here:
So there we have it — a slightly delayed but lovingly curated May Top 10, served fresh with emotion, rhythm, and a hint of future nostalgia. June’s already shaping up to be a wild one — but more on that soon.
Until next month – keep dancing, keep discovering, and always trust the shuffle.
— Dan (@Studio DJC)
📸 Photo: Corinne Cumming / EBU
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