Derek Smith, aka Pretty Lights, has just released a new track titled “We Must Go On” along with a self-made music video. It’s a soulful hip-hop jam, laced with a vocal hook that is uplifting, reflective, and optimistic. The video expresses and channels emotions in a beautiful collage of shots that capture little moments in people’s lives, from the joyous, to the innocent, to the desperate with an editing style based on quickly cut shots, and precise synchronicity with the music. Derek collaborated with Krystle Blackburn (PLM’s Creative Director) to create the music video.

According to Smith, “…the creation of this track and video is also an artistic explanation as to why I chose the name “Pretty Lights” for my musical project. It embodies the essence of the artistic eye and the idea that almost any moment, anywhere, can be a moment of inspiration and beauty.”

Link to the MP3 download and upcoming tour dates after the jump!

To download ‘Pretty Lights - We Must Go On’ click HERE.

Upcoming tour dates:

3/23 - ULTRA Music Festival - Miami, FL

3/31 - Lollapalooza Chile - Santiago, Chile

4/8 - Lollapalooza Brazil - São Paulo, Brazil

5/25 - 5/27 - Summer Camp Music Festival - Chillicothe, Illinois

5/31 - 6/3 – Wakarusa Music Festival - Ozark, Arkansas