Keep Your Hands Up

Released in early 2026, Keep Your Hands Up represents a refined distillation of Yellow Claw's 'Barong Family' sound. While the duo has explored various experimental textures in their previous works, this eight-track album sees them returning to the high-intensity trap-hardstyle hybrid that first brought them international acclaim. The record is characterized by its extreme tempo shifts and the use of 'screech' synths common in hard dance genres, repurposed here for a global trap audience. Critically, the album is noted for its technical precision in the low-end, managing to maintain clarity despite the massive distortion applied to the kick drums. It functions as a bridge between the gritty underground trap scene and the polished spectacle of EDM festivals. The project features a lean tracklist, suggesting a focus on 'all killer, no filler' energy, positioning it as a primary tool for DJs and a high-energy staple for fans of the Dutch electronic export.