Beatport Exclusive: Tiësto & Soaky Siren Make Waves in Afro House with "Tantalizing"

The much-anticipated track “Tantalizing” by Tiësto, featuring Bahamian artist Soaky Siren, is poised to make a big impact. Officially releasing exclusively on Beatport on November 8th and already available for pre-order, the track captures the pulse of Afro House, expanding Tiësto’s range and spotlighting Soaky’s vibrant vocal style. Known for his genre-crossing artistry, Tiësto’s recent dive into Afro House taps into the genre’s rise on the global dance scene, where the rhythmic, percussion-driven Afro House sound has rapidly gained fans worldwide.

A true icon with a career spanning two decades, Tiësto’s contributions to electronic music range from Grammy nominations and Olympic performances to legendary global DJ tours. Ever-evolving, Tiësto has traversed trance, big-room EDM, and house, yet continues to seek out new sounds, and now, Afro House has drawn his interest. This genre has allowed Tiësto to expand his artistic landscape with a more organic, earthy energy. Tracks like his recent Afro House releases “Dudada” (with Irina Rimes and Golcher) and the release of Sistek's remix of “Drifting” show a deliberate shift toward sounds that resonate on an elemental level.

Hailing from the Bahamas, Soaky Siren brings a kinetic, tropical energy to the track, capturing listeners with her powerful, gritty vocal presence. Known for her versatility and Latin Grammy-nominated songwriting, Soaky’s Afro House debut with Tiësto in “Tantalizing” offers a fresh take on the genre. Her lyrics and delivery lend the song an expressive depth, bridging cultural narratives and rhythmic flow. Soaky has collaborated with pop and reggaeton artists like Pitbull, J Balvin, and Camila Cabello, bringing her fierce artistic edge to every project. On “Tantalizing,” her dynamic vocals align seamlessly with Afro House’s raw and pulsing beats, creating a song that’s both a personal story and a dance floor magnet.

The track combines Afro House’s quintessential groove with Tiësto’s signature high-energy production. Layers of intricate percussion and Soaky’s entrancing vocal melody keep the song grounded in Afro House tradition, yet drive it toward a polished, club-ready vibe. Building with intensity, Soaky’s voice leads into each drop with mesmerizing energy, while Tiësto’s refined production makes “Tantalizing” a perfect fit for settings from beachside chill sessions to festival stages.

Over the last decade, Afro House has surged from niche origins to global recognition, with its signature deep basslines and rhythmic, African-rooted percussion pulling audiences worldwide. It’s no surprise Tiësto, ever at the forefront of trends, would bring his polish to the genre. Afro House’s current popularity in dance clubs and major festivals speaks to its lasting appeal, and “Tantalizing” is an exciting nod to this movement. For fans of Tiësto, this track also brings Afro House to a broader global audience in a way that keeps the genre’s integrity intact, showing it to be much more than a temporary trend.

For Tiësto, “Tantalizing” is more than a genre experiment—it’s a declaration of his commitment to the Afro House sound. By embracing this style, he highlights its growing role in global dance music while pushing the genre’s limits. Meanwhile, Soaky Siren’s performance positions her as a rising star in Afro House, adding an inspiring female voice to a genre that’s expanding across continents and dance floors.

“Tantalizing” promises to captivate listeners with its mix of rhythmic depth, cultural storytelling, and driving beats, proving that Afro House has a unique place in the electronic music world. Available now for pre-order and exclusively releasing on Beatport, this track is a must-add for dance music fans looking to experience the latest in Tiësto’s evolving sound and to explore the vibrant Afro House genre.

Pre-Order “Tantalizing” now on Beatport