In just a few short years, Ely Oaks has gone from bedroom producer to one of the most streamed DJs in Europe. With over 12 million monthly listeners and a #1 ranking on TikTok across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, the Austrian-born artist has become a defining voice in the new wave of electronic dance music. His infectious energy, massive hooks, and bold remixes have earned him a reputation as a hitmaker who knows exactly how to light up a crowd — both online and on stage.

Now, Ely is setting his sights firmly on the UK with what might be his most daring move yet: a radical rework of Elle King’s 2014 global hit “Ex’s and Oh’s.”

The original song was a powerhouse in its own right — a fiery blend of swing, country, and pop-rock that went 4x Platinum in the U.S., Platinum in the UK, and became a chart favorite from Germany to Australia. Ely’s version takes that timeless hook and catapults it straight into 2025. He pushes the BPM, cranks up the bass, and pitch-shifts Elle’s vocal into something hypnotic and new — a track that feels both nostalgic and next-generation.

“Absolutely honoured, after 11 years to the original release, to be able to launch a 2025 version of this legendary song together with Elle King,” Ely says. “I’ve been playing this version in my sets for almost the whole summer and it’s been a highlight since. Can’t wait to have this finally out.”

It’s a moment that caps off what’s already been a blockbuster year for the Berlin-based DJ. In 2025 alone, he’s dropped two massive singles — ‘Running Around’ in February and ‘Borderline’ (with LAVINIA) in April — both of which have helped cement his superstar status. They join a fast-growing catalogue that includes hits like ‘K.O.’ (also featuring LAVINIA) and ‘Tsunami’ (with Alok), plus remixes for Dove Cameron, Khalid, Nathan Dawe, Rudimental, Sub Focus, and more.

Of course, Ely Oaks isn’t just a studio phenomenon. His magnetic personality has earned him over a million followers and 30 million likes on TikTok, while his high-voltage live sets have electrified festivals and clubs across Europe all summer long — including a standout performance at Lab54 in London.

With his foot firmly on the accelerator, Ely Oaks is no longer just Europe’s biggest DJ on TikTok — he’s becoming one of its most exciting musical exports, period. And if his new take on “Ex’s and Oh’s” is any sign, the UK might soon be calling him their own.

Author: Adam Bailey

Adam is a regular contributor for established press release distribution website Release-News.com. He writes on a wide range of topics including music.