Featuring Scrufizzer and the late Pino D’Angiò, out now via MDLBEAST Records
17 July 2026 - Young Franco returns with ‘Pull Up’, a genre-blending summer anthem built around a sample of Pino D’Angiò’s 1980 Italian disco classic ‘Ma Quale Idea’. Released via MDLBEAST Records, the track features West London MC Scrufizzer and marks Young Franco’s latest release since signing to the label in a joint venture with Resound Records earlier this year.
‘Ma Quale Idea’ sold over two million copies upon its release and climbed to number two on the Dutch charts, cementing D’Angiò as one of the defining voices of European club music in the early 1980s. Its influence extended well beyond Italy: the same sample would go on to power Madison Avenue's 'Don't Call Me Baby', a track that went Platinum in the UK and Triple Platinum in Australia. The late Italian singer-songwriter passed away in July 2024, and his presence on ‘Pull Up’ lends the track a particular weight, carrying the spirit of that original energy into a new era. Young Franco doesn’t merely sample it; he rebuilds it from the ground up, keeping D’Angiò’s signature flair intact while steering it firmly into the present.
The result is a funky, UK garage-influenced anthem driven by punchy kicks and a guitar riff that anchors the whole record. It moves fast, but Young Franco and his collaborators hold their ground within it. Scrufizzer, the West London MC whose career dates back to the early 2000s and who notably opened for Kendrick Lamar on tour in 2013, cuts through the track with the kind of focused intensity that made him one of the most talked-about voices in the UK’s grime and bashment scene. Where the production pushes forward, Scrufizzer holds firm, and together the two build something that feels both urgent and controlled.
‘Pull Up’ is the kind of track that reflects what makes Young Franco’s output consistently compelling: a willingness to draw from wherever the sound leads, without losing the thread of what makes a record work on a dancefloor. It sits naturally alongside his catalogue of releases, from the techno house and Brazilian funk of ‘Champion Sound’ to his broader history of high-impact collaborations with artists across the UK, Australia, and beyond.
The result is a funky, UK garage-influenced anthem driven by punchy kicks and a guitar riff that anchors the whole record. It moves fast, but Young Franco and his collaborators hold their ground within it. Scrufizzer, the West London MC whose career dates back to the early 2000s and who notably opened for Kendrick Lamar on tour in 2013, cuts through the track with the kind of focused intensity that made him one of the most talked-about voices in the UK’s grime and bashment scene. Where the production pushes forward, Scrufizzer holds firm, and together the two build something that feels both urgent and controlled.
‘Pull Up’ is the kind of track that reflects what makes Young Franco’s output consistently compelling: a willingness to draw from wherever the sound leads, without losing the thread of what makes a record work on a dancefloor. It sits naturally alongside his catalogue of releases, from the techno house and Brazilian funk of ‘Champion Sound’ to his broader history of high-impact collaborations with artists across the UK, Australia, and beyond.
‘Pull Up’ by Young Franco (feat. Scrufizzer and Pino D’Angiò) is out now via MDLBEAST Records / Resound Records.
About Young Franco
Young Franco is a Sydney-based DJ and producer originally from Brisbane, widely regarded as one of Australia’s most exciting musical exports. Known for his genre-blending sound that combines electronic, disco, indie, and hip-hop, he has built a global reputation through high-energy performances and a steadily growing international fanbase spanning the UK, Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Australia.
A prolific and forward-thinking artist, Young Franco has amassed over 500 million combined streams, earned four ARIA Gold-certified singles, an ARIA nomination for Best Solo Artist & Breakthrough artist in 2025, and received accolades including an Emmy nomination and a Queensland Music Award. His collaborative catalogue reflects both versatility and cultural reach, working with artists ranging from Denzel Curry and Pell to Pino D’Angiò and General Levy, while also securing placements with global brands such as Apple, Google, EA Sports, and the NFL.
Since breaking through with ‘Drop Your Love’ in 2016, he has continued to evolve while maintaining a distinct, feel-good sonic identity rooted in creativity and collaboration. Recent years have seen sold-out headline shows across Europe, strong support from BBC Radio 1, and key soundtrack placements with FIFA and film. With a US tour scheduled for summer 2026 and a consistent output that connects underground credibility with mainstream appeal, Young Franco continues to position himself at the forefront of global contemporary dance music.
Young Franco is a Sydney-based DJ and producer originally from Brisbane, widely regarded as one of Australia’s most exciting musical exports. Known for his genre-blending sound that combines electronic, disco, indie, and hip-hop, he has built a global reputation through high-energy performances and a steadily growing international fanbase spanning the UK, Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Australia.
A prolific and forward-thinking artist, Young Franco has amassed over 500 million combined streams, earned four ARIA Gold-certified singles, an ARIA nomination for Best Solo Artist & Breakthrough artist in 2025, and received accolades including an Emmy nomination and a Queensland Music Award. His collaborative catalogue reflects both versatility and cultural reach, working with artists ranging from Denzel Curry and Pell to Pino D’Angiò and General Levy, while also securing placements with global brands such as Apple, Google, EA Sports, and the NFL.
Since breaking through with ‘Drop Your Love’ in 2016, he has continued to evolve while maintaining a distinct, feel-good sonic identity rooted in creativity and collaboration. Recent years have seen sold-out headline shows across Europe, strong support from BBC Radio 1, and key soundtrack placements with FIFA and film. With a US tour scheduled for summer 2026 and a consistent output that connects underground credibility with mainstream appeal, Young Franco continues to position himself at the forefront of global contemporary dance music.
About MDLBEAST Records:
MDLBEAST Records is dedicated to discovering and nurturing regional talent, while embracing both emerging voices and established artists. With a focus on empowering creators to reach global audiences, the label is committed to shaping the future of music in the MENA region and beyond.
MDLBEAST Records is dedicated to discovering and nurturing regional talent, while embracing both emerging voices and established artists. With a focus on empowering creators to reach global audiences, the label is committed to shaping the future of music in the MENA region and beyond.
About Resound Records:
Resound Records is a forward-leaning electronic label operating at the intersection of club culture and global dance music. Founded by Smiley Cleary, Carlos West, and Wayne Ringrow, the team brings decades of experience across A&R, licensing, and artist development. Across their careers, they've worked on releases with internationally acclaimed acts including Skrillex, Justice, Rudimental, MEDUZA, James Hype, Levi, and hundreds of others, helping shape the trajectory of globally recognised electronic artists. In collaboration with MDLBEAST, the label is expanding its global footprint through a strategic joint venture built to elevate creativity and scale artist growth worldwide.
Resound Records is a forward-leaning electronic label operating at the intersection of club culture and global dance music. Founded by Smiley Cleary, Carlos West, and Wayne Ringrow, the team brings decades of experience across A&R, licensing, and artist development. Across their careers, they've worked on releases with internationally acclaimed acts including Skrillex, Justice, Rudimental, MEDUZA, James Hype, Levi, and hundreds of others, helping shape the trajectory of globally recognised electronic artists. In collaboration with MDLBEAST, the label is expanding its global footprint through a strategic joint venture built to elevate creativity and scale artist growth worldwide.
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