Chris Avantgarde launches brand new label imprint Hyperreal with the debut release of its powerful first single ‘Energy’.
Chris Avantgarde, visionary electronic artist, today announces his forthcoming debut album Hyperreal, slated to arrive in 2026 via his newly launched label imprint of the same name in partnership with boom. records. Marking a pivotal chapter in Chris’ career, the first single ‘Energy’ is out now.
Following a landmark summer that has seen collaborations with heavyweights Anyma and Adam Beyer, B2B sets with Enrico Sanguiliano and Kevin de Vries, and performances at festivals like Ultra, EDC, and Tomorrowland, ‘Energy’ opens the door to the sonic world of Hyperreal. The album will spotlight Chris’ precision-engineered sound, melding a modern command of club dynamics with sharp, unexpected detail. As he steps out from behind the curtain and into his role as label head, Chris is poised to cement his status as one of dance music’s most forward-thinking and distinctive voices.
“Hyperreal marks the launch of my new label and debut album, combining all my influences and music I play live into one coherent project. It’s an ode to versatility and freedom, unconstrained by genre limitations yet still a consecutive sounding project with my signature on every piece of output.” – Chris Avantgarde
Already receiving widespread support from Tiesto, Oliver Heldens, Alesso, Adriatique, Pete Tong, Massano, and more, ‘Energy’ is one of the hottest IDs of the season. Instantly addictive, the six-minute heater builds with hypnotic synthwork, sawing basslines, and rolling percussion that combine for a propulsive and powerful ride. Its mechanical topline offers a charged glimpse into Hyperreal, while showcasing an undeniable peak-time appeal that distinguishes Chris as a dancefloor savant.
Chris Avantgarde (Christian Vornweg) is a German-born, London-based producer, composer, and DJ who blurs the boundaries between club culture and cinematic composition. Classically and jazz-trained as a multi-instrumentalist, his sound has resonated far beyond the dancefloor, with placements throughout the film, trailer and video game industries, recently receiving an ASCAP synch of the year award. With over a decade of experience working behind the scenes as a studio producer, Chris is known for his meticulous craft, technical fluency, and a creative range that sets him apart within the electronic music landscape.
“Hyperreal will support up-and-coming and established artists with a no-compromise approach to originality and quality in club and electronic music. Through collaboration, live events, licensing, merchandising and more, our goal is to shine a light on what matters most, the music and emotion while giving the label’s family of artists the freedom and opportunity to experiment and push the boundaries of their own creative expression.” – Chris Avantgarde
With releases on Afterlife, Experts Only, Drumcode, and Dirtybird, Chris brings his boundary-pushing versatility and tastemaker instincts to his own imprint, Hyperreal, launched in partnership with boom. records. A home for genre-spanning talent like Austin Mills and Łaszewo, boom. records is a data-driven distribution label focused on empowering artists through market-proven strategies, innovative technology, and truly artist-friendly deals. With his forward-thinking sound and cross-genre appeal, Chris Avantgarde is a natural fit for boom. – a label that shares his commitment to innovation, quality, and artistic independence.
Stream Chris Avantgarde’s new single ‘Energy’ available now on all platforms.
