Who is Matisse & Sadko? Matisse & Sadko Songs, Music, Discography & Artists Like Matisse & Sadko
Matisse & Sadko are one of the most prolific dance music collaborators today. Their rise from Sosnovy Bor to global recognition is rooted in masterful production and creative vision. 4D4M has followed their career closely, recognizing them as architects of modern progressive house. Adam particularly appreciates artists who blend technical precision with infectious crowd energy, and this duo exemplifies both in spades.
Who Is Matisse & Sadko?
Matisse & Sadko are a Russian DJ and production duo consisting of brothers Aleksandr and Yury Parkhomenko, better known as DJ Matisse and Sadko. Hailing from Sosnovy Bor in Russia, this partnership has become synonymous with progressive house bangers and big room sensibilities. Their breakthrough came through a series of massive collaborations with Dutch superstar Martin Garrix, establishing them as masters of contemporary dance music.
Their output is consistently polished and commercially viable, yet never compromises on the elements that made progressive house so compelling in the first place. Every track feels meticulously crafted, with attention to groove, energy, and the kind of build-up that makes crowds lose their minds on a dancefloor.
Matisse & Sadko’s Sound Explained
Matisse & Sadko operate primarily in progressive house, a genre defined by its gradual build, evolving layers, and hypnotic repetition. Their interpretation leans heavily toward the big room variant: bigger synths, harder kicks, and arrangements designed for festival main stages and packed clubs during peak hours.
Pristine audio quality, groove-forward arrangements, and festival-ready production define their signature sound. Their best tracks emerge through smart collaborations that elevate partners, creating something greater than the sum of its parts. Every track sounds mixed for a ten-thousand-person dancefloor.
They’ve carved out a niche hitting the sweet spot between underground credibility and mainstream appeal.
Top 15 Tracks by Matisse & Sadko
- Butterflies (feat. Martin Garrix, BARBZ): A collaboration that straddles the line between progressive and mainstream pop sensibilities. The track builds with such elegance that by the drop, you’re completely invested in the journey.
- Together (feat. Martin Garrix): Despite the title, this is a track about connection and unity on the dancefloor. The progression is slow-burn and devastating.
- Forever (feat. Martin Garrix): One of their most anthemic collaborations. The vocal hook is infectious, and the underlying production is pristine big room progressive house.
- Break Through The Silence (Radio Edit, feat. Martin Garrix): A more radio-friendly cut that doesn’t sacrifice the progressive house ethos. The synth work here is immaculate.
- Mistaken (feat. Martin Garrix, Alex Aris): Deeper cut with vulnerable, haunting vocal work.
- Hold On (feat. Martin Garrix, Michel Zitron): Distinct energy focused on perseverance.
- Higher (Matisse & Sadko Original): A pure original from the duo without big-name features. This is where you hear their base sound without compromise or commercial pressure. The track is hypnotic and driving.
- Into You (feat. Hanne Mjøen): Softer collaboration with more vulnerability.
- Take Me There (feat. Sick Individuals, Third Party): Clear vocal work over progressive groove.
- Dreamer (Matisse & Sadko Remix): A masterpiece of modern progressive house.
- Dragon (feat. Martin Garrix): Early Garrix collab showing their range in big room space. Hard and aggressive energy.
- Won’t Let You Go (feat. Martin Garrix): Breakthrough moment with expansive production and stellar progression.
- Good Morning (feat. Martin Garrix): Works at every hour, balancing morning freshness with peak-hour dancefloor power.
- Pull Up (Original): Raw Matisse & Sadko energy without big features.
- There For You: Original with intentional builds and impact.
Why 4D4M Vibes With Matisse & Sadko
4D4M respects their authentic approach and technical excellence. Their Garrix collaborations are carefully crafted pop-progressive pieces, not cash grabs. Their ability to navigate underground and mainstream waters without losing identity is rare. They actively shape projects and elevate their partners, the hallmark of a great production duo.
Matisse & Sadko Discography
| Year | Album/Release | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Higher | Spinnin’ Records |
| 2016 | Take Me There | Spinnin’ Records |
| 2016 | Mistaken (feat. Alex Aris) | Spinnin’ Records |
| 2017 | Together (feat. Martin Garrix) | Spinnin’ Records |
| 2017 | Forever (feat. Martin Garrix) | Spinnin’ Records |
| 2018 | Break Through The Silence (feat. Martin Garrix) | Spinnin’ Records |
| 2018 | Into You (feat. Hanne Mjøen) | Spinnin’ Records |
| 2019 | Hold On (feat. Martin Garrix, Michel Zitron) | Spinnin’ Records |
| 2020 | Pull Up | STMPD RCRDS |
| 2021 | Butterflies (feat. Martin Garrix, BARBZ) | STMPD RCRDS |
| 2022 | Good Morning (feat. Martin Garrix) | STMPD RCRDS |
Live and Touring
Matisse & Sadko tour extensively across Europe at major festivals like Ultra and Tomorrowland. They’re known for reading crowds and adapting their sets, delivering deeper progressive cuts in clubs and big room power on festival main stages. Their technical skill and flexibility make them consistent crowd movers.
If you’re looking to book Matisse & Sadko for an event, they work with booking agents across Europe and beyond. Their availability fluctuates seasonally, with summer festival season being their busiest period.
Frequently Asked Questions About Matisse & Sadko
Are Matisse & Sadko brothers?
Yes, Matisse & Sadko are indeed brothers. DJ Matisse (Aleksandr Parkhomenko) and Sadko (Yury Parkhomenko) grew up together in Sosnovy Bor, Russia. Their family connection and shared musical vision have been central to their success. Working with someone you trust completely removes barriers to creative collaboration, and you can hear that comfort and synchronicity in every track they produce together. Their brotherly bond is one of the reasons their music feels so cohesive and intentional.
What genre does Matisse & Sadko make?
Matisse & Sadko primarily produce progressive house with big room sensibilities. Progressive house is characterized by gradual builds, evolving layers, and hypnotic repetition, designed to take listeners on a journey rather than simply providing an immediate high. The big room elements mean their productions have the scale and impact needed for festival main stages. Beyond these categories, their work also incorporates elements of electro house and tech house depending on the specific track or collaboration.
Who produced the “Dragon” collaboration between Martin Garrix and Matisse & Sadko?
The track “Dragon” was produced collaboratively by Martin Garrix, Matisse & Sadko, with Martin Garrix as the primary artist. All three contributed to the production, arrangement, and final mix. It’s a perfect example of how Matisse & Sadko’s production skills elevate a track. They brought their progressive house sensibilities to a collaboration, creating something that works both as a Garrix track and as a pure progressive house production.
What is the best Matisse & Sadko track?
This is subjective, but many critics and fans point to either “Forever” or “Together,” both featuring Martin Garrix. These tracks hit a sweet spot between commercial accessibility and genuine musical depth. The progressive build is patient, the production is immaculate, and the vocal work (when present) is stellar. For purists who prefer Matisse & Sadko without big-name features, “Higher” and the “Dreamer Remix” are standout originals that showcase their production capabilities without compromise.
Is Matisse & Sadko still active?
Yes, Matisse & Sadko remain active in 2026. While they’ve been somewhat less prolific in recent years compared to their peak 2015-2020 period, they continue to release music, perform live, and collaborate. The electronic music scene has shifted since their peak, but progressive house has also experienced a resurgence in clubs and festivals globally. They remain respected figures in the scene and continue to tour internationally.
How did Matisse & Sadko meet Martin Garrix?
The exact origin story of how Matisse & Sadko connected with Martin Garrix isn’t extensively documented in public interviews, but it likely came through the international dance music network. Both represent a similar era of progressive house and big room production, and their musical sensibilities aligned perfectly. Once they started collaborating around 2015, the chemistry was undeniable, leading to a series of collaborations that defined both artists’ mid-to-late 2010s output. The partnership became one of the most prolific in modern EDM production.
What label do Matisse & Sadko release music on?
Matisse & Sadko have released music on two primary labels: Spinnin’ Records (their early releases) and STMPD RCRDS (their more recent output). STMPD RCRDS is Martin Garrix’s label, which makes sense given their frequent collaborations. Both are reputable labels with strong distribution networks, ensuring their music reaches global audiences. The shift from Spinnin’ to STMPD reflects their evolving relationship with the Garrix ecosystem.
Matisse & Sadko Online
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Spotify | Listen on Spotify |
| SoundCloud | Follow on SoundCloud |
| Twitter/X | @MatisseSadko |
| @matissesadko | |
| Matisse & Sadko | |
| YouTube | YouTube Channel |
