New York City got a proper taste of what’s coming next from John Summit — and if last night was any indication, CTRL ESCAPE is about to dominate dance floors everywhere.

Yesterday, Spotify teamed up with LinkedIn to host an exclusive, invite-only event celebrating Summit’s upcoming album CTRL ESCAPE, set to drop April 15 via Experts Only and Darkroom Records. The setting? A private venue in New York City packed with Summit’s top Spotify listeners — the kind of crowd that knows every drop before it hits.

The Chicago-born hitmaker delivered a high-energy, intimate performance that blurred the line between club set and fan experience. One of the biggest moments of the night came when he dropped his latest track ‘CHICA 305,’ featuring Latin superstar Feid — a track that already feels primed for global rotation.

Just when the crowd thought it couldn’t get better, Summit pulled off another surprise, bringing out Julia Wolf for a live performance of their collaboration ‘WITH ME.’ The energy shifted from pure chaos to a more emotional, sing-along moment — showing off the range Summit is tapping into with this new era.

For fans, this wasn’t just another promo stop. It felt like a preview of a bigger vision behind CTRL ESCAPE — one that leans into both peak-time club energy and more melodic, crossover moments. And if this NYC showcase is any signal, Summit is doubling down on connecting directly with his audience, not just through streams, but through real-life experiences.

With the album just weeks away, expectations are high — but Summit seems more than ready to meet them.