Interscope Records, Pophouse and the Avicii Estate are proud to announce the release of AVICII FOREVER, a compilation of 19 essential AVICII tracks plus a new single “Let’s Ride Away”, featuring Elle King. AVICII FOREVER is a celebration of producer/DJ/songwriter Tim “Avicii” Bergling, one of the most iconic artists of our time and falls on the heels of the global release of the critically acclaimed documentary I’M TIM which premiered on Netflix on New Year’s Eve.
AVICII FOREVER makes long-awaited new music available to fans, while also elevating Avicii’s profound catalogue with huge worldwide hits like “Wake Me Up”, “Levels”, “Hey Brother”, “Waiting For Love”, and more (see track listing below). AVICII FOREVER was created to deepen the casual listener’s knowledge of Avicii’s repertoire, while also introducing his legacy to a new and younger generation.
Produced by Tim Bergling, Luke Laird and Carl Falk and written by Kacey Musgraves, Tim Bergling and Luke Laird, the new track “Let’s Ride Away” is a testament to Avicii’s unparalleled ability to blend genres and create music that resonates deeply with listeners. Featuring the powerful and emotive vocals of Elle King, listeners share the familiar sensation of freedom and adventure that Avicii’s music engendered live and on record. The track also features the same brass band that was on the hit “Fades Away.”
“Tim wasn’t just a unique artist, he was a once-in-a-generation songwriter and producer, with an unmatched gift for turning any sound into something unmistakably his own. ‘Let’s Ride Away’ captures that perfectly. It is one of those rare songs where it blends organic, roots-inspired elements with his signature melodic style in a way that feels both fresh and undeniably Avicii. Releasing it now gives even more people the chance to experience that brilliance – maybe even for the first time”, says Carl Falk, producer and longtime friend of Tim Bergling.
Carl continues: “Tim’s creativity knew no bounds – he could pick up any sound, any voice, any instrument and make it completely his own. One of the most beautiful things about Tim’s music is its timelessness – every new generation keeps discovering Avicii, and his songs continue to touch hearts around the world.”
Tim was constantly searching for new influences, new collaborators, and new voices, and in 2017, that search took him to Nashville. One of the sessions he booked was at the legendary Sound Emporium studio with Kacey Musgraves and producer Luke Laird.
“Tim had that perfect balance of humility and confidence in the studio. He gave his collaborators the freedom to be creative, and at the same time, paid close attention to the best parts of the melody and lyrics and accentuated that. Working on Ride Away together was a true joy,” says Luke Laird.
“I think he (Tim) would be really happy with the way it turned out. I know he loved it the day we wrote it and Elle delivered an incredible vocal and stayed true to the melody but also put her own unique spin on it,” Luke Laird concludes.
CLICK HERE FOR INTERVIEW EXCERPTS FROM LUKE LAIRD AND CARL FALK ON THE MAKING OF LET’S RIDE AWAY
AVICII FOREVER is available on digital and physical formats, as well as an album visualiser on YouTube, visualising the cover art.
The cover art is, in fact, a rendering of a physical monument of the Avicii logotype – hand chiselled in stone. The monument, and album cover art, is a homage to Avicii’s iconic music that just like stone – lasts forever. The stone was hand-picked from Bjärlöv in Skåne, Sweden, close to where Tim spent his summers growing up.
Tracklist
- Wake Me Up
- Levels
- Let’s Ride Away (feat. Elle King) (NEW SONG)
- The Nights
- Waiting For Love
- Without You (feat. Sandro Cavazza)
- SOS (feat. Aloe Blacc)
- Hey Brother
- Lonely Together (feat. Rita Ora)
- I Could Be the One [Avicii vs Nicky Romero]
- Silhouettes
- Fade Into Darkness
- You Make Me
- The Days
- For A Better Day
- Addicted To You
- Friend of Mine (feat. Vargas & Lagola)
- Broken Arrows
- Heart Upon My Sleeve (feat. Imagine Dragons)
- Heaven
About Avicii:
Avicii, born Tim Bergling in Stockholm, Sweden, was a visionary artist, producer, and DJ who revolutionized electronic dance music (EDM). Known for blending electronic beats with soulful melodies, Avicii’s groundbreaking style bridged genres and resonated with fans worldwide. He first rose to international fame with the 2011 hit “Levels,” which became an anthem for a generation and solidified his place as one of the most innovative figures in modern music.
Over his career, Avicii released iconic tracks like “Wake Me Up,” “Hey Brother,” “The Nights,” and “Waiting for Love,” amassing billions of streams and topping charts across the globe. His debut album, True (2013), fused EDM with folk, country, and pop influences, showcasing his versatility and earning critical acclaim. The follow-up album, Stories (2015), further demonstrated his ability to push boundaries, while his posthumous album Tim (2019) was celebrated as a heartfelt tribute to his artistry.
Avicii’s talent was recognized worldwide and earned him numerous accolades, including two MTV Music Awards, one Billboard Music Award, two Grammy nominations, and a World Music Award. He was also recognized as one of the world’s top DJs by DJ Mag multiple times and made history as the first electronic artist to headline Radio City Music Hall.