Carl Kennedy – Hold Your Tongue (Vicious Grooves)

October 31, 2025

Release Date: November 21, 2025

Carl Kennedy Hold Your Tongue sees the globally respected DJ and producer return with a statement record that embodies the soul of house music. Released via Vicious Grooves, the single is a late-night anthem built for Ibiza’s most iconic dancefloors — from the terraces to the sunrise sessions.

Pete Tong once described Carl Kennedy as “one of the world’s best undiscovered DJs.” With Hold Your Tongue, Kennedy once again proves why his name continues to resonate with industry insiders and real house heads alike.

Carl Kennedy Hold Your Tongue – The Sound of Pure House Energy

Carl Kennedy Hold Your Tongue

Hold Your Tongue captures everything that defines Carl Kennedy’s musical DNA — groove, emotion, and authenticity. The track opens with a hypnotic rhythm that slowly builds into a rolling, bass-driven pulse, layered with shimmering synths and soulful undertones that nod to the golden age of house while keeping the production unmistakably modern.

It’s the sound of late nights and early mornings — a club cut that balances refined musicality with raw dancefloor energy. The vocal sample acts like a mantra, repeating through layers of rhythm and melody, pulling listeners into a deep, emotional groove.

“This one is about control and release,” Kennedy explains. “The moment when the crowd gives in to the rhythm — that’s where the magic happens.”

From Ibiza to the World – A True House Music Veteran

Having graced DJ booths across the world, Carl Kennedy’s sound has long been associated with the spirit of Ibiza. His long-standing residency at Chinois and appearances at legendary venues such as Space Ibiza, Amnesia, and Pacha have cemented his reputation as a selector who understands both the underground and the main stage.

With releases on iconic labels like Strictly Rhythm, Subliminal, Stealth, Toolroom, CR2, Born in the Bronx, and Circus Recordings, Kennedy’s discography reads like a history of house music excellence. His productions blend timeless dancefloor sensibilities with forward-thinking energy — always rooted in groove, always true to the culture.

Now, with Hold Your Tongue on Vicious Grooves, Carl Kennedy continues that legacy, delivering a record that feels both classic and contemporary.

A Perfect Home on Vicious Grooves

As one of the world’s longest-running and most respected independent dance labels, Vicious Grooves has always championed authentic house and club culture. Their catalogue includes releases from global names such as Avicii, Madison Avenue, Sgt Slick, and Jolyon Petch — artists who have shaped modern house music with originality and passion.

Kennedy’s Hold Your Tongue aligns perfectly with the label’s ethos: deep, emotional, and built for connection on the dancefloor. It’s a pure example of the Vicious Grooves sound — vibrant, energetic, and timeless.

Carl Kennedy – A Legacy Built on Passion

Born and raised in the UK, now based between London and Ibiza, Carl Kennedy’s career has spanned decades of evolution in electronic music. Known for his flawless mixing, refined taste, and ability to command the dancefloor, Kennedy has earned the respect of legends while inspiring a new generation of DJs.

From underground residencies to global festival stages, his journey has been defined by one constant — an unwavering love for real house music. Hold Your Tongue represents the latest chapter in that story, blending experience, emotion, and energy into one unforgettable track.