In April 2017, progressive house producer Audien finally released a track that had been simmering in his studio for an extended period. “One More Weekend,” featuring rising vocalist MAX, arrived via Astralwerks with a sense of completion and artistic clarity—a collaboration that represented months of creative searching before finding the perfect vocal partnership.
The journey to “One More Weekend” began well before its official release. During Miami Music Week in March 2017, Audien premiered the track at the SiriusXM Lounge during a set that was broadcast to listeners unable to attend in person. For those who caught the live debut during his Electric Area performance, the impact was immediate. The track's lush melodic elements and infectious progressive house groove made a powerful first impression, even in a streaming/broadcast context. Audien had been sitting on the production for quite some time, waiting for the right moment and the right collaborator to complete the vision.
The vocal search itself speaks to Audien's meticulous approach to production. Rather than settling for adequate vocals, he engaged in an extended search for an artist whose voice would enhance rather than simply complete the composition. MAX, an emerging talent in the pop-influenced vocal space, emerged as the perfect match. The collaboration proved instantly symbiotic. Audien explained the creative process directly: “I'd been searching for the right artist to vocal this record for a while, and a few months ago MAX came along and just crushed it. Working together has been nothing but good vibes, and I think that fun collaborative spirit really comes alive in the song.”
Musically, “One More Weekend” showcases Audien's signature aesthetic. The track opens with a soft piano melody that immediately signals the Audien “feels” sound—introspective, melodic-driven progressive house with emotional depth. The drop pivots into a fun, uplifting progressive groove that hits the dancefloor while maintaining the track's emotional foundation. MAX's vocals sit perfectly within this space, neither overwhelming the production nor fading into the background. His vocal tone and phrasing complement the melodic content while adding personality and presence.
The track represents a significant moment in Audien's career trajectory. By 2017, he had already established himself within the progressive house community, but “One More Weekend” broadened his appeal. The combination of melodic sophistication, accessible production, and radio-friendly vocals created something that could thrive both in clubs and on streaming playlists—a calculated middle ground between dancefloor credibility and pop crossover potential.
The production quality, evident in every mix element, reflects the time invested in getting the collaboration right. Nothing in “One More Weekend” feels rushed or compromise-driven. Instead, the track demonstrates how patience in the creative process can yield results that feel both purposeful and organic. The piano melody that frames the arrangement is delicate enough to carry emotional weight while remaining undeniably present throughout the composition.
From its Miami Music Week premiere to its official release, “One More Weekend” traced an arc from anticipated work-in-progress to fully realized collaboration. Audien's willingness to search for the perfect vocal partner rather than accept expedient options paid dividends, resulting in a track that captures the collaborative spirit both artists brought to the session.
