The song drops as the producer is on his Pulse: Phase 2 Tour
Dance music maverick Gryffin is back with another stunning single “Hard Time Lover” featuring singer-songwriter Chance Peña out now via 10K Projects.
Drawing on his indie roots, the song channels the emotional resonance and melodic instrumentation that first catapulted Gryffin into the spotlight. Anchored by Peña’s wistful vocal delivery and fluttering guitar lines, the track explores the complexities of loving someone through their darkest moments. A wondrous blend of lyrical storytelling and danceable rhythms, ‘Hard Time Lover’ is a testament to Gryffin’s signature that moves both the heart and body.
“Chance is a beast. We got this stripped acoustic vocal from him last year and it has been the most challenging and rewarding process bringing it to life. His vocals bring back my indie roots and it’s been a while since I’ve had a song that reminds me of the ‘Gravity’ era while still sounding so new and fresh. This year is all about putting out music that feels right and working with artists I love,” Gryffin shares.
“Hard Time Lover” follows a string of genre-expanding releases like “In My Head” with Kaskade and the thunderous “Air” alongside Excision and Julia Michaels. Since the release of his third full-length album Pulse last year, Gryffin has dabbled across electronic subgenres, pushing the boundaries to showcase the full spectrum of his sound. With each new single, Gryffin highlights his ability to meld emotive songwriting with innovative production that is continuously evolving.
This year, Gryffin returned on the road for his Pulse: Phase 2 Tour, which has seen him headline Atlanta’s Coca-Cola Roxy, Austin’s Moody Amphitheater, Boston’s Roadrunner, and Nashville’s The Pinnacle in recent weeks. Gryffin will close out the tour with his two-night finale in New York City ahead of festival appearances at Lollapalooza, Ultra Europe, Ultra Japan, Lost In Dreams, and more.
