NOVAH joins forces with CERES on ‘Papi’
A bold statement from one of hard techno’s most talked-about rising stars
Friday, 13 June 2025 - Belgian-based female DJ/producer NOVAH joins forces with multi-platinum artist CERES on ‘Papi’, a fierce and unapologetic hard techno anthem, released on Tomorrowland Music today. Fueled by heavy bass and relentless percussion and born from the electrifying energy of NOVAH’s recent South America tour, ‘Papi’ pulses with raw power, while CERES’s fiery Spanish-language vocal injects undeniable heat and swagger. The result? A bold, high-octane collision of techno grit and summer seduction – and a bold statement from one of hard techno’s most talked-about rising stars, ahead of her must-see Tomorrowland 2025 performance.
'Papi' is out now via all platforms.
About NOVAH
Born from the smoke and strobes of Belgium's underground, NOVAH now operates at the most vital and volatile edges of the underground. Her releases on influential labels like EXHALE, Taapion and No Mercy are rooted in the dark machinery of hard techno but layered with trance-inducing soul. Behind the decks, she crafts tension and release with surgical precision - her dancefloor experiences are as intense as they are liberating, with moments of pure euphoria cracking open primal responses in her crowds everywhere from Denver to Dortmund, Sao Paolo to Sydney.
Her discography is already packed with weapons. The anthemic 'Lost in Bliss' on Revised Records has racked up over a million streams and counting, with 'Inner Odyssey' on Amelie Lens's EXHALE and 'A Savage' on Shlømo’s Taapion not far behind. As a DJ, she plays definitive hard techno events like Awakenings, Tomorrowland, Verknipt, Extrema Noir, AirBeat One, Docklands Festival and many more.
NOVAH is not just pushing sound - she’s pushing boundaries. As one of the few women at the forefront of hard techno, she represents the new wave with fearlessness, focus and an unapologetic attitude. In a scene that demands intensity and authenticity, NOVAH delivers both with full force.
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About CERES
Melissa Leite dos Santos, born in Brazil, 10th february of 2002. Known as CERES, recognized for her power and versatility as a singer, DJ and music producer, is leaving a lasting impact on the music industry with strong backing from major platforms.
Over the years, CERES has achieved excellent collaborations with both Brazilian and international artists, leading her to sign songs with renowned labels such as B1 Records, Sony Music, Ministry Of Sound, Universal Music, Warner Music, Spinnin' Records, Smash The House, Armada Music and other independent projects.
In 2024, continued to expand her collaborative efforts, working with renowned artists such as Alok, Gabry Ponte, LIZOT, Tribbs, Öwnboss, HVME, Maddix, Yellow Claw, Zapravka, Mondello, Old Jim, KAAZE, Dezko, KVSH and many more.
These collaborations showcased her versatility as an artist and further solidified her position in the EDM scene, receiving major supports from R3hab, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Armin Van Buuren, W&W, KSHMR, John Summit, Timmy Trumpet, Blasterjaxx, Nicky Romero and much more.
CERES's dedication to her craft and talent for connecting with audiences have made her a rising star in the industry. Ranked as Brazil’s #3 most-listened DJ, she boasts over 8.3 million monthly listeners on Spotify and more than 400 million streams across all platforms.
LET’S GET FKD UP, I Feel, Black Widow, Lose Control, Adrenalina, and U&ME are among CERES’s most successful singles, collectively surpassing 300M streams worldwide and solidifying her global impact on the music scene.
"LET'S GET FKD UP" has taken the world by storm, earning 4x Gold and 5x Platinum certifications. The track reached the Top 10 on Spotify Germany’s Viral charts, appearing on over 30 Viral Top Playlists. It all started when CERES posted an acapella of the verse on TikTok, which went viral overnight. Producers from around the globe created their own versions and duets, leading to an official collaboration with Alok, Mondello, and Tribbs.
CERES's tracks are prominently featured on Spotify's most prestigious playlists including MINT, Main Stage, Dance Hits, Beast Mode, Gym Hits, Mint Brasil, Hot Hits Deutschland, Dance Party, Dance Brandneu, and more than 30 TOP VIRAL playlists globally.
Apple Music showcases her songs across Today's Hits, Viral Hits, Future Dance Hits, Dance XL, Glow, Let's Dance and Break Dance, solidifying her as a rising star in the dance music scene.
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