Behind Diplo, Kylie Minogue, and Orville Peck’s New Track “Midnight Ride”

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Kylie Minogue and Orville Peck recently captivated audiences with their joint performance at West Hollywood Pride, debuting their new track, ‘Midnight Ride.’ The Australian pop icon closed out the Outloud Music Festival in California with an electrifying hour-long set, where she surprised fans by inviting country star Peck on stage for a special collaboration.

During their performance, Minogue and Peck treated the audience to the inaugural rendition of ‘Midnight Ride,’ a yet-to-be-released song that blends disco and country elements. Renowned DJ Diplo also joined them on stage, adding his signature flair to the track. With Minogue’s mesmerizing vocals crooning “Let me take you on a midnight ride, baby you and I,” the audience was spellbound by the infectious energy of the new song.

Kylie Minogue pictured for her performance at West Hollywood Pride.
Kylie Minogue pictured for her performance at West Hollywood Pride. PHOTO: Jon Viscott

Peck introduced the track as a “disco-country” fusion, reflecting the unique blend of their respective styles. He shared their excitement about the collaboration, hinting that it had been in the works for quite some time. Following the live debut, Peck took to social media to announce that ‘Midnight Ride’ would be officially released later in the week, generating anticipation among fans.

‘Midnight Ride’ is slated to be featured on Peck’s upcoming album ‘Stampede,’ which has already garnered attention for its star-studded collaborations with artists like Sir Elton John, Willie Nelson, and Allison Russell.

The joint performance at West Hollywood Pride was just one highlight of the festival, which also featured stellar performances from artists like Janelle Monáe, Ashnikko, Trixie Mattel, and Noah Cyrus. Peck’s collaboration with Cyrus on the new album further underscores his versatility and appeal across different musical genres.

Meanwhile, Minogue continues to dazzle audiences worldwide, with her upcoming headline performance at the 2024 edition of BST Hyde Park in London. Set to take place on July 13, the event promises an unforgettable experience for fans, with support from artists like Marina and Anitta.

Minogue’s willingness to embrace new collaborations and explore diverse musical avenues was evident at the 2024 BRIT Awards, where she received the Global Icon prize.

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As fans eagerly await the release of ‘Midnight Ride’ and Peck’s forthcoming album, many will be rewatching this performance.

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