Miami-based producer and Major Lazer member Ape Drums continues his streak of boundary-pushing releases with a fresh edit of Vøgues “Can You Hear Me,” out this Friday via Pablo Fierro’s label, We’re Here.
Blending the soulful resonance of Vøgue’s original with his signature percussive edge, Ape Drums transforms “Can You Hear Me” into a hypnotic club experience that’s equal parts rhythm and emotion. The edit bridges Afro-house elegance with his globally influenced drum work, adding layers of depth and drive that expand the record’s dancefloor potential while honoring its melodic roots.
The phrases “Do you hear the words that are coming out my mouth” and “Can you hear me in the north and the south” hit listeners before the rhythmic ta-ka-ta-ta-ta pattern intertwines with the flowing house beat—creating a moment that feels both intimate and explosive. It’s a track built for deep connection and movement, resonating through speakers and bodies alike.
This release marks Ape Drums’ debut on We’re Here—a collaboration that underscores the growing connection between global Afro-electronic communities and the next wave of boundary-defying producers. Coming off the momentum of his recent single “GQTECH”with South Africa’s DJ Lag, the producer continues to evolve his sound toward a deeper, more atmospheric club aesthetic rooted in African percussion and electronic experimentation.
Beyond the studio, Ape Drums recently appeared alongside Major Lazer on Kai Cenat’s viralMafiaton III Stream, bringing his infectious energy and genre-blending style to millions of viewers worldwide. The moment highlighted his ability to connect with fans both on and off the dancefloor, bridging cultures through sound and personality.
With “Can You Hear Me (Ape Drums Edit)”, Ape Drumsonce again demonstrates his ability to move between worlds—bridging continents, cultures, and sounds while keeping the pulse firmly on the dancefloor.
Eric Alberto-Lopez, professionally known as Ape Drums, is a Mexican-American DJ and producer from Houston, Texas, and a core member of Major Lazer. Starting out as a self-taught teen producer inspired by The Martinez Brothers, he built his name through high-energy, Caribbean-influenced dance music before officially joining Major Lazer in 2019. Now based in Miami, Ape Drums has evolved into a leading voice in Afro-tech and Afro-house, blending global rhythms, reggaeton, funk, and electronic elements into a sound uniquely his own. With a background in breakdancing and a career spanning solo world tours, chart-topping collaborations, and festival main stages, he continues to shape the future of club music worldwide. VØGUE is a producer and DJ known for conquering dance floors with his distinctive, genre-blending sound. His sets fuse Afrohouse, Melodic House, and Tech House with influences from Afrobeats, R&B, and Rap, creating a driving and energetic experience that moves crowds worldwide. After years of curation and learning from some of the industry’s leading acts, he’s entered the next logical phase of his career—crafting his own music, which has already earned support from major names like &ME of Keinemusik, Pablo Fierro, Samm (BE), Ajna (BE), and Drake’s manager Oliver El-Khatib, CEO of October’s Very Own. Guided by rhythm and rooted in culture, VØGUE continues to shape his own sonic universe, one track at a time