Showtek Reveal Official Music Video for 'Don't Shoot'

Hot on the heels of their 2-track EP earlier this month, Showtek now unveil the music video for 'Don't Shoot'. Featuring vocals from Jamaica-born artist GC, 'Don't Shoot' is a traditional Showtek release filled with fan favourite heavy bass and drops. Written in conjunction with vocalist GC in the midst of the recent protests against police violence, the music video for 'Don't Shoot' features real life footage of such injustice and brutality, combined with a colourful cartoon animated montage. The video reiterates the issues that both Showtek and GC feel strongly about, and both artists have provided statements concerning the inspiration and reasoning behind their collaboration on 'Don't Shoot'.

Watch 'Don't Shoot' video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CRGYBaEhYU

Stream 'Don't Shoot': http://bit.ly/2veN2CO

Showtek explain, "Even though we ourselves haven't gone through this injustice, or can even relate to how hard it must be, we work closely with diverse cultures and people that have lived these struggles. We can make their voice heard by reaching out to millions of people with our music. We aim to be an example that everyone is united, we are one people, coming together without prejudice."

GC says, "Born and raised in Kingston and currently residing in New York, I can relate to the senseless misuse of power by those who have been given the responsibility. Living in such multicultural cities, I have also been personally affected by such injustice and violence. I am blessed to be able to advocate for these issues we face in America through music, but there are others without a voice. Far too many have lost their lives as a result of these unjust shootings. On the heels of the senseless slaying of Trayvon Martin, Michael Brown and countless other young lives cut short by police misconduct and gun violence. I felt it was important to bring awareness and at the same time spread a message of hope with the platform we have been blessed with."

The release of the 'Don't Shoot' music video adds to what has been a hectic month for the pair, who have been travelling around Europe for an extensive run of festivals. Following their European stint, they recently announced their North American Tour, which will kick off at the end of August, as they encompass 20+ dates including stops in Los Angeles, New York, Toronto, Boston, Miami, Chicago, Atlanta and more.

ABOUT SHOWTEK Showtek, made up of the Janssen brothers, Sjoerd and Wouter, are founders of their own label 'Skink'. In 2012 they exploded onto the global dance scene following success with crossover hits such as 'Sun Goes Down' (39 million Spotify plays) and 'Booyah' (32 million Spotify plays). The latter track encompassing Showtek's true sound, peaking at #5 in the UK Singles chart and marking their first worldwide major hit. Having worked with some of the biggest acts in world dance music, including fellow Dutch producers Tiësto and Hardwell, the duo also collaborated with Major Lazer in 2016 for 'Believer', which has over 80 million total combined streams. Over the past two years Showtek has become more than an act. It's a movement brought together by the producer duo and their fans. United by a love for music, excitement, artistic freedom and adventure.

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