While the 2024 Paris Olympics have concluded, the enchanting spirit endures through Kavinsky’s iconic track ‘Nightcall,’ which will soon receive an official Paris Olympic edition.
The remarkable event took place from July 26 to August 11, in Paris, France, with the United States leading the medal count, followed closely by the People’s Republic of China and Japan. You can find the complete results here. The ceremonies dazzled spectators, starting with the grand opening on July 26 near the Eiffel Tower and culminating with the closing ceremony on August 11 featuring luminaries such as Tom Cruise, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Billie Eilish, and Snoop Dogg. For electronic dance music (EDM) enthusiasts, a significant moment was when French DJ/producer Kavinsky performed his classic 2010 hit ‘Nightcall,’ marking it as the most Shazamed song in a single day.
The Impact of ‘Nightcall’ at the 2024 Paris Olympics
An article from Billboard revealed that the surge of Shazams peaked at 04:50 p.m. ET. The nations that Shazamed the track the most included France, the United States, and Mexico. On the eve of the Closing Ceremony, the song had amassed 281,000 global on-demand streams according to insights from music data firm Luminate. During its live rendition, ‘Nightcall’ received an astounding 6,921,000 Shazams.
The Anticipated ‘Nightcall’ Olympic Remix
As of now, over a month after the Olympics, Kavinsky has announced he, along with fellow performers Phoenix and Angèle, is set to unveil a new version of “Nightcall.” This exciting collaboration was teased on social media on Monday, September 17, featuring a captivating billboard showcasing Kavinsky’s Ferrari and a phone number. Calling this number led to a brief message from the artists, alongside a preview of the forthcoming remix.
We have something to tell you.
Call us now on +1 (901) 673-5822 pic.twitter.com/L898sgEXpt— KAVINSKY✨ (@kavinsky) September 16, 2024
‘Nightcall’ boasts a legacy that extends beyond the 2024 Olympics, featuring in the official soundtrack of the acclaimed 2011 film Drive, produced by the legendary Daft Punk member Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo. Furthermore, as per Kavinsky’s Spotify profile, ‘Nightcall’ has garnered over 404 million streams.
Stay tuned for updates regarding the release of the new ‘Nightcall’ remix.
