Chris Lorenzo has officially teamed up with his longtime friend aMo (um) for the release of their high-energy new anthem, ‘HOTS 4 U.’ The track, which dropped today, serves as a significant milestone for the industry, acting as the 100th release from the acclaimed label tszr (Three Six Zero Recordings). The timing of this release is particularly auspicious, as tszr currently holds the prestigious title of Beatport’s Label of the Month. The track has already garnered substantial momentum, earning heavy rotation from some of the most influential figures in dance music. Artists including Peggy Gou, Michael Bibi, Prospa, Carlita, Josh Baker, Jamie Jones, Mau P, Chris Lake, and Dom Dolla have been incorporating ‘HOTS 4 U’ into their recent sets, consistently eliciting enthusiastic crowd reactions. With thousands of Shazams already logged, industry insiders are already tipping the track to be a definitive anthem for the summer of 2026. ‘HOTS 4 U’ is characterized by its rapid-fire hi-hats and punchy, machine-gun snares, which build tension before giving way to a gritty, driving bassline. The production is a masterclass in sampling, cleverly weaving together TZ’s ‘I Got the Hots for You’—a classic famously utilized in the ‘Theme from S-Express’—with a powerful vocal sample from Chaka Khan’s ‘Never Miss The Water.’ By layering these iconic elements with their signature acid-house sensibilities, Lorenzo and aMo have crafted a record that is both nostalgic and undeniably modern. The collaboration is deeply personal, representing the culmination of a two-decade friendship. “This is a record born out of 20 years of friendship,” Lorenzo explains. “When I first moved out at 18, aMo (um) was my first housemate. Over the years, we have always had the same musical tastes. We’ve been to countless raves, shopped for records at HTFR and Tempest in Birmingham, and our love for drum & bass, garage, house, hip hop, and reggae can all be summed up in this record.” aMo echoes this sentiment, noting that their shared history provided the perfect foundation for the creative process. “From the day we met, our shared passion for music just clicked, shaped through years of living together, endless listening sessions, parties, record digging, and even the occasional slaps to the head over a mixing mistake. I couldn’t be more excited to release this alongside someone who’s not just a friend, but family on tszr.” For fans looking to own a physical copy, a vinyl release featuring the b-side ‘Close Your Eyes’ is slated for June. ‘HOTS 4 U’ is available now across all major streaming platforms.Chris Lorenzo & aMo (um) Celebrate Two Decades of Friendship with ‘HOTS 4 U’
