Brazilian born, Vienna raised Joyce Muniz joins forces with Mexico City producer ANDRE VII for ‘Freeze,’ a powerful hi-NRG collaboration out January 23rd via acclaimed German imprint Kompakt Exklusiv. The release marks the first of a two-part EP, bringing together Joyce’s decade of credibility building with ANDRE VII’s international momentum from performances at Sónar, Glastonbury, and his viral Toro remix that generated 29 million plays.

‘Freeze’ emerged organically during ANDRE VII’s trip to Vienna, where he began crafting the idea on his laptop with just headphones. What started as an intimate creative spark evolved into a full collaboration once he shared the Ableton Live project with Joyce. The track’s evolution took a profound turn during Pride weekend in Vienna, when the city transformed into a celebration of unity. Government buildings dressed in pride flags, streets filled with love, pedestrian traffic lights showing same-sex couples holding hands. These symbols crystallized the emotional foundation of what ‘Freeze’ would become.

“The track captures freedom, unity, and respect,” shares ANDRE VII. “Vienna reinforced a universal message for me during that weekend. Love is love. Joyce invited me to perform for the first time at an official Pride Vienna event, and experiencing the celebration alongside my wife made the moment even more impactful. This collaboration celebrates diversity, friendship, and the power of music as a bridge between cultures and communities.”

The production itself channels the spirit of Bobby Orlando’s finest moments, delivering the kind of hi-NRG energy that would have set 80s dance floors in Rimini alight. The collaboration connects Brazilian percussion heritage through Joyce’s roots, Vienna’s electronic legacy from her years at the legendary Flex club, and Mexico City’s underground culture through ANDRE VII’s Platino Records imprint and club ownership.

‘Freeze’ is available here.