Dance music monoliths SLANDER unites with acclaimed songstress HALIENE to release their massive festival ID, a modern melodic bass remake of one of the most cherished hits from the ‘90s.
SLANDER and HALIENE unite on Heaven Sent to deliver a stirring reimagining of Eagle-Eye Cherry’s global hit “Save Tonight.” Out September 26, the single transforms a late-’90s classic into a modern melodic bass anthem, channeling both nostalgia and renewal through two of electronic music’s most defining forces.
Built on HALIENE’s crystalline vocals, “Save Tonight” captures the urgency of holding on to fleeting moments. Her performance arcs from delicate restraint to soaring intensity, framed by wistful piano motifs and swelling pads that erupt into striking synth surges and tumbling triplets. The production balances emotional delicacy with festival-ready impact, creating a modern interpolation that honors the original while elevating its resonance for today’s global dancefloors.
As they finally unleash their long-awaited single into the world, SLANDER says, “‘Save Tonight’ is here! We are thrilled to share our interpolation of ‘Save Tonight’ by Eagle-Eye Cherry. We grew up listening to the original song, so we were so excited when we received clearance to release our new version. Massive shoutout to HALIENE for absolutely crushing the vocal. We hope our version gives new life to the already legendary original.”
The release follows SLANDER’s recent single on their own Heaven Sent label, “Broken Hearted” with San Holo and Julia Church, which surpassed 1.8 million streams and has been a fan-favorite from their sets as of late. “Save Tonight” has been sparking its own global buzz simultaneously, with the pair debuting the ID at their inaugural Starbase festival in SoCal, in addition to a live performance of the song during their momentous back-to-back set with Illenium on the Kinetic FIeld main-stage at this year’s EDC Las Vegas.
Currently in the midst of their expansive audiovisual spectacle, ‘Voyager Tour,’ SLANDER is set to showcase “Save Tonight” live at Insomniac and Tomorrowland’s Unity event at the Sphere, with plans to perform the track alongside HALIENE during its release week.
Speaking on the significance of of the original song, and how they shaped their rendition into what it is today, HALIENE shares: “The original ‘Save Tonight’ by Eagle-Eye Cherry was such a classic from my childhood, so I jumped at the idea of reimagining it in the world of dance music. Those iconic chorus lyrics capture the exact feeling of being at a festival with your friends, lost in the moment, wanting it to last forever. SLANDER and I transformed it into an emotional bass anthem, taking something timeless and giving it a new story. I combined the chorus with a new verse to bring in a more intimate perspective of being with your friends or someone you love, sharing that unexplainable connection. It was a dream to debut it live at EDC, Starbase (SLANDER’s new festival), and the iconic Sphere—an epic way to launch something we feel so emotionally connected to.”
For HALIENE, the single marks another defining moment in a career built on voice and vision. Named EDMA’s ‘Female Artist of the Year’ in both 2023 and 2024, recognized with a Grammy nomination, she has become one of the most sought-after collaborators in melodic dance music, appearing on records with Illenium, Armin van Buuren, Excision, Seven Lions, and Gareth Emery, to name but a few.
Together, SLANDER and HALIENE reframe “Save Tonight” as a convergence of legacy and modernity, underscoring Heaven Sent’s mission as a home for emotionally resonant, forward-facing bass music. As the label continues to shape the future of the genre, this release stands as one of its most impactful statements to date.
SLANDER is a Grammy-nominated American electronic music duo consisting of Derek Andersen and Scott Land based in Los Angeles, CA who are best known for their unique, emotional, melodic bass music sound. Going from being Icon Collective graduates to selling out massive hard ticket venues including Red Rocks, and performing at global festivals such as EDC, Lollapalooza, Tomorrowland, and Ultra. SLANDER has become one of the hottest acts in dance music with one Platinum and one Gold RIAA Certifications to their name.
HALIENE is a Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and visionary artist redefining the sound of emotional electronic music. Crowned EDMA’s Female Artist of the Year in both 2023 and 2024, she has become one of the most celebrated voices in dance music, known for her soaring vocals, poetic lyricism, and magnetic stage presence. Her voice has graced singles alongside dance music giants such as Armin Van Buuren, Illenium, Gareth Emery, Da Tweekaz, Excision, Seven Lions, and many more, consistently dominating charts worldwide.
Evolving beyond collaborations, HALIENE has solidified herself as a genre-defying solo artist, her releases boast millions of streams, crafting some of the most iconic melodies within the dance music landscape. Acclaimed for chart-topping singles and energetic live shows, HALIENE has soared to superstar status within the industry. Her debut album ‘Heavenly’ garnered strong radio support and multiple sold-out stops across her branded solo tours.
From Australia to Europe, Mexico to Canada, her performances have electrified fans across the world, whether her own headlining shows at historic venues such as The Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles or Webster Hall in NYC, to prime slots at renowned festivals like EDC, Dreamstate, Lost Lands, Bass Canyon, Ember Shores and many more. HALIENE transcends the conventional boundaries of a mere vocalist: she epitomizes the long-awaited female luminary that the world of EDM has needed.
SLANDER and HALIENE’s new single “Save Tonight” is available on all platforms via Heaven Sent.
SLANDER Tour Dates
9/26 – SLANDER presents: Voyager – Budweiser Stage / Toronto, ON
9/27 – Insomniac x Tomorrowland: UNITY – Sphere / Las Vegas, NV
10/3 – Russell Industrial Center / Detroit, MI
10/4 – Breakaway Music Festival / Huntsville, AL
10/10 – SLANDER presents: Voyager – WAMU Theater / Seattle, WA
10/11 – SLANDER presents: Voyager – WAMU Theater / Seattle, WA
10/17 – SLANDER presents: Voyager – The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park / San Diego, CA
11/1 – Scream Music Festival / Edmonton, AB
12/26 – Contact Festival / Vancouver, BC
12/27 – HiJinx Festival (SLANDER b2b ILLENIUM) / Philadelphia, PA
12/30 – SLC NYE / Salt Lake City, UT
1/30 – SLANDER presents: Voyager – The Armory / Minneapolis, MN
1/31 – SLANDER presents: Voyager – The Armory / Minneapolis, MN
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