Empire of the Sun Reimagine Their Classic Walking On A Dream With New EP

Seventeen years after its debut, Empire of the Sun’s Walking On A Dream still stands tall as one of the most beloved songs in modern music. Now, the Australian duo are breathing new life into their iconic track with Walking On A Dream (Reimagined) — a seven-track EP that reshapes the song through fresh remixes and global collaborations. Out now via EMI AUS / Capitol Records, the project reintroduces the dreamlike anthem to both longtime fans and a new generation of listeners.

Walking On A Dream

The Long-Awaited “Resurrection” Remix

At the heart of the EP is the long-anticipated mashup, Walking On A Dream (Resurrection). French DJ Michael Calfan’s 2011 progressive house classic Resurrection (Axwell Recut) is fused with Empire’s original vocals, creating a euphoric festival moment that’s already become a crowd favorite. Axwell has been dropping it live at Ultra, Tomorrowland, and beyond — now fans can finally stream it officially.

“This track has always been a massive moment in my sets,” says Axwell. “I’m so pleased it’s finally seeing an official release.”

Global Remixers Join the Celebration

The EP doesn’t stop there. It also features:

• BLOND:ISH – a club-ready remix with her signature festival-friendly energy.

• Marlon Hoffstadt – a 90s trance-inspired rework that’s pure adrenaline.

• TEED (Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs) – a nostalgia-soaked reimagining.

• Kaskade’s classic remix – a longtime fan favorite.

• Wiz Khalifa’s The Thrill – his platinum single that samples the track.

Together, these versions showcase just how versatile Walking On A Dream has become across genres and decades.

A Song That Defined an Era

When Walking On A Dream first dropped in 2008, it was an instant classic. The psychedelic visuals, theatrical performances, and shimmering synth-pop sound made Empire of the Sun a global force. The track climbed to #10 on the ARIA Charts, landed at #4 on triple j’s Hottest 100, and even cracked the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 years later thanks to a Honda Civic ad. Today, it has racked up more than 2 billion streams and remains one of Australia’s most celebrated songs of all time.

On Tour With New Music

Empire of the Sun are currently on their headline tour in support of their latest album Ask That God. Fans can catch them at festivals like CRSSD and Austin City Limits, or at venues including Santa Barbara Bowl, Colorado Springs’ Ford Amphitheater, and Nashville Municipal Auditorium.

Upcoming Tour Dates

• Sept 27 – CRSSD Festival – San Diego, CA

• Sept 28 – Santa Barbara Bowl – Santa Barbara, CA

• Oct 1 – Ford Amphitheater – Colorado Springs, CO

• Oct 3 – Austin City Limits – Austin, TX (Weekend 1)

• Oct 4 – The Zoo Amphitheatre – Oklahoma City, OK

• Oct 6 – Mahalia Jackson Theater – New Orleans, LA

• Oct 8 – Nashville Municipal Auditorium – Nashville, TN

• Oct 10 – Austin City Limits – Austin, TX (Weekend 2)

• Oct 25 – Pulso GNP – Santiago de Querétaro, Mexico

• Nov 29 – SimiFest – Mexico City, Mexico

Tracklist: Walking On A Dream (Reimagined)

1. Walking On A Dream – Original Studio Version

2. The Thrill – Empire of the Sun, Wiz Khalifa

3. Walking On A Dream (Resurrection)

4. Walking On A Dream (BLOND:ISH Remix)

5. Walking On A Dream (Marlon Hoffstadt Remix)

6. Walking On A Dream (TEED Remix)

7. Walking On A Dream (Kaskade Remix)

✨ Walking On A Dream (Reimagined) is out now on all streaming platforms.