Global dance powerhouse HUGEL teams up with hip-hop icon French Montana and Harlem legend Max B for their highly anticipated new single ‘One Night’. The record reimagines French Montana and Max B’s standout collaboration ‘Ever Since U Left Me (I Went Deaf)’ as a vibrant, late-night house anthem built for global dancefloors.
Originally released as part of the Coke Wave 3.5: Narcos era, “Ever Since U Left Me (I Went Deaf)” quickly became a cultural moment. Driven by Max B’s signature melodic delivery and French Montana’s polished hook work, the track captured the emotional core of the duo’s iconic “wavy” sound, blending raw street sentiment with hypnotic melody. The record surged organically, topping Shazam charts in multiple U.S. cities including New York, earning over 22 million YouTube views, and climbing to #2 in the U.S. Rhythmic Radio. Its resonance with fans and DJs alike reaffirmed the lasting chemistry between the two artists and the enduring influence of their sound.
Now, “One Night” takes that foundation to an entirely new space. HUGEL injects the record with his unmistakable Afro-Latin house energy, layering percussive grooves, deep basslines, and euphoric builds that transform the original into a global club-ready experience without losing its emotional DNA.
Speaking on the collaboration, HUGEL shares: “French Montana was one of the artists I looked up to growing up in France, watching everything from afar. We met at one of my shows, became friends, and this record came together naturally. Creating ‘One Night’ together really feels like a full-circle moment.”
HUGEL stands as one of the most influential Afro House artists in the world and a driving force behind the global Afro-Latin House movement. Through his label Make The Girls Dance Records, he has consistently delivered chart-topping records, including multiple #1 hits on Beatport. A multi-platinum artist, he reached a landmark achievement in 2025 as his catalog surpassed 1 billion streams in a single year, solidifying his place at the forefront of the global dance scene.
Born in Marseille and shaped by funk, disco, and soul, HUGEL began DJing on vinyl at just 16 years old. Inspired by pioneers like Carl Cox, Laurent Garnier, Daft Punk, and David Guetta, he developed a globally recognizable sound rooted in rhythm, emotion, and cultural fusion. His music channels the spirit of Ibiza while blending Latin, tribal, and Mediterranean influences into a powerful sonic identity.
Meanwhile, French Montana continues to cement his legacy as one of hip-hop’s most globally influential figures. A 3x Grammy-nominated, Diamond-certified artist, he has bridged cultures and continents with hits like “Unforgettable”. His long-standing creative partnership with Max B, recently reignited following Max’s return, remains one of the most influential collaborations in modern rap.
Max B, widely credited as a pioneer of the melodic “wavy” sound, has left an undeniable imprint on a generation of artists. From his early Public Domain and Million Dollar Baby series to the groundbreaking Coke Wave tapes, his style reshaped the sound of New York hip-hop. Now entering a new chapter with his EMG imprint, he continues to evolve while maintaining the authenticity that made his voice so impactful.
With “One Night”, these three artists converge at the intersection of hip-hop legacy and global dance culture, transforming a fan-favorite record into a cross-genre anthem poised to dominate clubs, festivals, and airwaves worldwide.MEDIA
