Madeon kicked off the new year at Countdown NYE with a high-energy DJ set that doubled as a glimpse into his next era. Just an hour before hitting the stage, the producer shared how the night felt electric as it was his first DJ sets tied directly to brand-new music, complete with fresh edits, visuals, and crowd-driven improvisation.
While Madeon’s theatrical live shows remain close to his heart, Countdown gave him the freedom to lean fully into DJ mode reacting to the crowd, throwing curveballs, and turning the set into what he described as “throwing a great party.”
With “Shelter” turning 10 this year, Madeon teased a special vinyl reissue to celebrate the milestone, calling the song one of the most meaningful of his career. Looking ahead, he revealed that 2026 will mark the full launch of his next album era, blending punk energy with dance music think Ramones meets Daft Punk along with unexpected genre twists.
When asked to sum up his new chapter in one word, Madeon didn’t hesitate: urgent. The music, he says, is about living in the moment—creating something that can only exist right now.
As Countdown NYE proved, Madeon isn’t easing into the future. he’s charging straight into it! Watch the full interview above!
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