Oliver Heldens Drops “Ruins” With Julia Church, Blending Emotion and Club Energy

“Ruins” pairs Heldens’ signature beats with Julia Church’s soulful vocals in a powerful new release.

In a move that highlights emotional storytelling in dance music, Oliver Heldens teams up with Julia Church on their new track “Ruins,” now streaming via Ministry of Sound. The single delivers on both intensity and intimacy, merging dancefloor appeal with heartfelt expression.

Heldens’ signature blend of trancy synths, piano-driven builds, and immersive basslines forms the sonic foundation. Church’s evocative voice and poetic lyrics tell a story of heartbreak and inner growth.

“When I got the first demo version of this song from the brilliant Julia Church, it hit me right away… I’m thrilled how this turned into a modern dance smash,” Heldens shared.

Church, who has collaborated with Kaskade, Armin van Buuren, and Lane 8, offers a performance full of sensitivity and strength. Her voice sits front and center, bringing authenticity to the track’s emotional arc.

Heldens continues to evolve as a producer while maintaining his momentum on the global stage. With over 4 billion streams and festival slots at Tomorrowland, F1 Dutch Grand Prix, and Lollapalooza, his influence spans continents.

“Ruins” is an example of what happens when electronic music embraces vulnerability while keeping its pulse. The collaboration is already resonating with fans around the world—and it’s only the beginning of a big summer for both artists.