Oliver Heldens, Kryder, The Young Punx – AEIOU [Heldeep]

Oliver Heldens joins forces with Kryder and The Young Punx for “AEIOU,” a fresh take on Freeez’s influential 1983 hit “I.O.U.” Landing July 24 on Heldeep Records, the collaboration flips the disco classic into a high-energy house record made for today’s clubs and festival stages.

For more than 40 years, “I.O.U.” has remained one of dance music’s most recognizable records. With “AEIOU,” the trio keeps the original’s unmistakable groove and vocal while dialing up the tempo with crisp percussion, driving basslines, and uplifting house production. The result feels familiar enough to spark nostalgia while sounding right at home in a modern DJ set.

Heldens has built a reputation for breathing new life into timeless dance records, and “AEIOU” continues that approach. Joining him is Kryder, whose energetic house sound has become a staple on dancefloors around the world, alongside The Young Punx, known for their inventive productions and deep appreciation for dance music history. Together, they strike a balance between honoring the original and giving it a fresh identity.

The record captures the spirit of both eras. It borrows the warmth and funk of disco, then channels it through the energy of contemporary house music. Whether it’s played at a summer festival, in a packed club, or during a sunset set, “AEIOU” is built to connect generations of dance music fans.