Newclaess

\"\"Members: Jan Neuhaus (b. 1991) & Tobias Claessens (b. 1988)

Origin: Stuttgart Southern Germany

Genres: EDM, Progressive House, Future House, Tropical House, Pop‑EDM

Years Active: 2008–present (officially re‑emerged in 2015)

Labels: Planet Punk Music, Showland, AESTHETE, Universal Music (distribution)

Associated Acts: Cuebrick, Anthony Meyer, Gigo’N’Migo, Klaas

Early Journey

  • Jan and Tobias met in 2008, bonding over electronic music and the German club scene.
  • After a three‑year hiatus to focus on professional production training, they re‑launched as Newclaess in 2015.
  • Their name combines their surnames (Neuhaus + Claessens = Newclaess).

Career Highlights

  • Festival Performances:
    • Lake Festival (Austria, 2015)
    • Open Beatz Festival (Germany, 2015)
    • Shared stages with Nicky Romero, R3hab, Calvin Harris.
  • Key Releases:
    • Feel Alive (2016, Planet Punk) – remixed by DJ Klaas.
    • Singles on Showland, AESTHETE, and Planet Punk, blending house and pop elements.
  • Industry Support: Tracks played and supported by Martin Garrix, Hardwell, Lost Frequencies, Klingande, Steve Aoki.

Signature Sound

  • Airy, melodic EDM with pop sensibilities.
  • Dynamic festival energy, balancing club‑ready drops with radio‑friendly hooks.
  • Cross‑genre versatility, moving between progressive house, tropical house, and commercial EDM.

Recognition

  • Praised for their modern, accessible sound that bridges underground EDM with mainstream pop.
  • Seen as part of the new wave of German EDM duos, alongside acts like Cuebrick.
  • Their tracks have been featured in international playlists and festival sets.

Legacy and Outlook

Newclaess’s legacy lies in their fusion of German EDM precision with global pop appeal, positioning them as rising voices in Europe’s dance scene. Looking ahead, they are expected to continue releasing on Planet Punk and AESTHETE, while expanding their festival presence internationally.


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