Korolova & Switch Disco illuminate late-night moments with “Empty Skies”
A melodic house exploration of yearning and connection, where every beat tells a story.
Friday, 16 January 2026 - Released today on Tomorrowland Music, Empty Skies brings together Ukrainian melodic house standout Korolova and British duo Switch Disco in a deeply emotive collaboration. With a forward-thinking progressive house sound that bridges present and future club anthems, Empty Skies blends storytelling with pure dancefloor energy.
"Empty Skies" is now out on all platforms.
This new tracks proves that emotional depth and club power can exist side by side. Built around soaring vocals and introspective lyrics about longing for connection and searching for answers beneath an empty sky, the track is driven by a warm beat that cuts through the darkness of cold blue days and late-night moments.
Tell me do you lay awake at night
Praying, Looking up at empty skies
Does anybody listen when you cry
I wonder if it’s only empty skies
Double debut on Tomorrowland's Freedom stage
Last summer, Korolova made her debut on Tomorrowland’s iconic Freedom Stage, immersed in a floating sky of LED tiles. The moment became a double premiere, as she revealed her new track to the audience for the very first time.
"My debut at the Freedom Stage was an unforgettable experience," says Korolova. "Tomorrowland was unforgettable as always! For the third year in a row, I had the honor of playing at this incredible festival. Grateful for every moment, every beat, every soul that danced with me."
Korolova: from festival stages to streaming charts
About Switch Disco
Switch Disco's Dan Creasy and Nikos Kalogerias forged a career from mashup virality, establishing themselves as a DJ/producer duo who are in demand internationally. Their forward-thinking blends span past, present and future club anthems. They exploded on SoundCloud from their mashup of Bicep "Glue" and Nelly Furtado "Say It Right" which has more than 9 million plays on the platform. Their originals combine influences to create timeless dance classics. They sampled Robert Miles "Children" in the studio with Ella Henderson to create their platinum record "REACT". It has over 200 million streams and earned a nomination for 'Song of the Year' at the 2024 BRIT Awards. Dan and Nikos boast a near telepathic musical chemistry and knowledge as seen in their DJ sets. This summer is their biggest ever with a 21-week Ibiza residency and multiple weekly shows across Europe and the US. In between bookings, they're making new music in the studio and collaborating with artists across the globe including ALOK, R3HAB, Sam Feldt and Autograf to name a few.
After releasing a handful of standout tracks on Tomorrowland Music, including ‘Vorozhyla’ with Rokston and ‘Keep It Real’, both already reached seven-figure streams, Korolova returns in 2026 with her latest anthem, 'Empty Skies'. With remarkable streaming numbers and a prestigious #50 spot in DJ Mag’s Top 100 of 2025, she has cemented her status as a global force in electronic music.
"The last days of 2025, I’ve spent working on a bunch of projects, fully focused and inspired. It’s been intense but so exciting, and I honestly can’t wait to finally show everything I’ve been working on, including my new track 'Empty Skies'." - Korolova
About Korolova
Hailing from Ukraine, Korolova stands as a breakout sensation in the melodic house and techno realms. Her rapid ascent in the electronic music landscape is nothing short of meteoric. Within a single year, she delivered over 100 performances across 50 countries, captivating audiences in person and online with over 170 million YouTube views and amassing a staggering 70 million audio streams. In 2024, Korolova earned a spot in the Top 60 DJMag DJs, cementing her influence in the global DJ scene. Adding to her triumphs, she recently sold out her Captive Soul show at Koko in London, a testament to her dedicated and ever-growing fanbase.
Her melodious masterpieces have found homes with respected labels such as Tomorrowland Music, Ultra Records, Armada, AFTR, Get Physical Music, and now with her own record label, Captive Soul. Recent milestones include playing on Tomorrowland’s coveted mainstage, electrifying EDC Las Vegas, and collaborating with premium record labels like Tomorrowland Music, Insomniac, and Anjunabeats. She has also supported the likes of electronic music legends David Guetta, Armin Van Buuren, Above & Beyond, and many more.
Though "Korolova" might be a relatively new alias, the talent behind it has been nurturing her musical passion for over a decade. It's a culmination of ten years of experiences that makes her sets so uniquely transcendent. Her records are journeys – weaving tales of trance, exhilaration, and euphoria. Her collaborations, spanning artists like Jan Blomqvist, Spada, and Tube & Berger, are auditory testimonies to her genius. These tracks aren't just hits; they're embraced by industry titans such as Tiesto, Pete Tong, and Vintage Culture.
Her footprints in the electronic dance music domain are seen in iconic clubs and venues from Space Miami to Green Valley Brazil and the buzzing beats of Hi Ibiza. Beyond live shows, her online prowess is unmatched. She constantly releases new live streams from dazzling locations like Miami, Israel, New York, and Kyiv to enthrall her massive online community.
The origins of Korolova's infatuation with electronic beats trace back to 2004, when she felt captivated by legends like Gabriel & Dresden and Tiesto. A multifaceted talent, her roots lie in ballet, gracing stages in Ukraine's paramount venue, Beach Club 117, and marquee shows like Sensation White. A transformation from pursuing mathematics to immersing in music marked a pivotal turn in her life, and she hasn't glanced back since.
At the core of Korolova's inspiration lies her daughter, her muse. It's this profound connection that compels her to consistently discover fresh rhythms and emotions.