Boris Brejcha Releases 'Cello Tears' With Sascha Kid

Boris Brejcha released 'Cello Tears', a collaboration with cellist Sascha Kid, which is his first single since announcing he will retire from music in 2028. The track is out now and opens with an expressive cello solo before Brejcha's High-Tech Minimal production takes over.

In an October 24 video announcement, Brejcha said he had been considering retirement for several years. Brejcha will make his final festival appearances in 2027, and his last headline tour, 'Becoming the Joker', will take place in 2028.

'Cello Tears' has become a regular part of Brejcha's sets throughout North America, South America and Europe. Brejcha opened his Tomorrowland 2026 performance with the track before its official release.

Brejcha's journey began in Ludwigshafen, Germany, where he discovered electronic music as a teenager after hearing a Thunderdome compilation. He made his professional debut at Brazil's Universo Paralello Festival in 2006.

Brejcha's career highlights include commanding the Sahara stage at Coachella, performing at Red Rocks Amphitheatre and appearing at the Hollywood Bowl accompanied by the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. A Mexico City performance by Brejcha at Palacio de los Deportes attracted more than 18,000 fans.