By: Natalie Johnson
In a world where electronic music often leans on trends and algorithms, Zolo & Craith are finding their rhythm by doing the opposite — creating music that feels human. The duo, formed by Lorenzo Vélez (Zolo) and Pablo López (Craith), are emerging from Colombia’s thriving underground scene with a sound that blends Deep House, Tech House, and Progressive House into something emotionally charged yet irresistibly danceable.
Their journey didn’t begin in a club or a studio, but in a classroom. The two met during their school years in Colombia, bonding over their shared love for sound, rhythm, and storytelling through music. That connection would later become the heartbeat of Zolo & Craith — a project built on friendship as much as sound. “It’s not about showing off, it’s about connection. Every track is a story told together,” says Zolo.
Zolo’s early life already carried music in its DNA. Born in Atlanta and raised in Colombia, he grew up surrounded by creativity — his mother played in a rock band, introducing him to experimentation, performance, and musical emotion from a young age. Zolo naturally gravitated toward melody, harmony, and the emotional core of a track.
Craith’s musical roots run just as deep. He was raised in a family where music was part of everyday life — both his mother and his aunt are musicians, surrounding him with instruments, rehearsals, and artistic curiosity from childhood. As a teenager, he played in a band, developing his instincts for rhythm, performance, and collaboration. Over time, that foundation shaped his natural role in the duo: the one who drives the pulse, the structure, and the groove.
Together, they form a complementary balance — Zolo as the melodic architect, Craith as the rhythmic engine — creating a sound that feels both intimate and powerful.
Their music reflects this duality: grounded in the pulse of the club, yet layered with introspection and emotional depth. It’s house music designed to move both body and mind. From warm vocal textures to detailed percussion, their productions carry a sense of authenticity that feels both local and global. As they describe it, they’re “not trying to follow formulas or fit into genres. We just want to create moments — the kind where you close your eyes, raise your hands, and forget everything else.”
Based in Colombia but inspired by the world, Zolo & Craith are part of a new generation of Latin producers redefining what house music can be. They draw from Deep, Tech, and Progressive House, integrating organic elements that pay homage to their roots and story. The result is a sound that feels alive — always evolving, yet grounded in identity.
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Their rise has been fueled by a growing digital presence, with listeners discovering their early works and edits on SoundCloud and connecting with their journey through Instagram and TikTok. What resonates most isn’t just the music — it’s the mindset: two friends building something real in a scene often dominated by polish and perfectionism.
In a landscape where overproduction is common, Zolo & Craith’s strength lies in their rawness. Every track, they say, starts with a feeling rather than a formula. “Some producers start with a kick drum,” Craith laughs. “We start with a story.”
Looking ahead, the duo has big ambitions — collaborating with international artists, exploring cross-genre experiments, and bringing Colombian energy to stages across the world. But at their core, they remain grounded in what brought them here: the joy of creating together.
For Zolo & Craith, house music isn’t just about beats; it’s about belonging. And as their sound travels further, they’re proving that when friendship meets artistry, even the smallest studio can echo across continents.
“Lost But Free” marks a defining moment for Zolo & Craith — their first official release after years of creating, refining their sound, and dreaming of sharing their music with the world.
The track explores the feeling of being in a relationship that isn’t perfect, yet still feels right — not in a toxic way, but in a deeply human one. It embraces the reality that every relationship has flaws, while celebrating the beauty of choosing to stay, to feel, and to grow.
Layered with melodic tension, emotional vocals from an anonymous singer, and the duo’s signature blend of groove and introspection, the song carries a sense of euphoria and release.
Released under the UK label Perfect Havoc, “Lost But Free” marks the official beginning of a new artistic chapter — the moment Zolo & Craith step confidently into the world with the sound they’ve been shaping for years.
