July 17, 2025

Steve Angello Unleashes New ID at Ultra Europe

Steve Angello took a bold leap at Ultra Europe, debuting a brand-new track he’d only just completed en route to Croatia. “I just finished this on the way here, so it’s always scary to play some new music, but let me see your hands in the air,” he told the crowd before unleashing the unreleased ID. It was a moment that captured everything live dance music can be—immediate, vulnerable, and electric.

The track itself is huge. Led by a bright, flute-like melody and carried by a soaring drop, it’s got all the markings of a mainstage anthem, but there’s a personal edge to it that sets it apart from polished big-room fare. The sound echoes the emotion and cinematic sweep of Steve Angello’s solo debut, Wild Youth, suggesting this may be another chapter in his individual creative journey. Though he hasn’t confirmed whether this is tied to Swedish House Mafia or a solo project, its premiere at Ultra felt more like an intimate offering than a strategic rollout.

With the launch of Swedish House Mafia’s new imprint SUPERHUMAN and their looming performance at Tomorrowland, Angello’s move reads like a statement. He’s not just back on the circuit—he’s actively shaping its next phase. The willingness to debut a still-in-progress track to a massive festival crowd shows a level of trust in both his instincts and his audience.

Swedish House Mafia has long been known for testing new music live before ever hinting at a release. Steve Angello’s ID might evolve in the coming weeks—or vanish entirely, like so many live-only gems. But for those at Ultra Europe, the moment was locked in: a rare glimpse at the creative process mid-flight, driven by urgency, confidence, and connection. As the trio prepares to take the Tomorrowland stage, this may be just the beginning of a new wave.