A year after their U.S. debut at S2O Los Angeles, Hong Kong DJ and producer duo HO HO ONE are continuing to break new ground. Since becoming the only Hong Kong act on that stage, Eric Kwok and Dan James have successfully taken their signature Cantopop-meets-EDM sound to the main stage at EDC Korea 2026. As they prepare for their upcoming headlining performance at SPOOKY HALLOWEEN in Hong Kong, the duo reflects on a year of rapid growth and their vision for the future of Asian electronic music.
A Historic Milestone at EDC Korea
Stepping onto the main stage at EDC Korea 2026 was a defining moment for the duo. As the only Hong Kong artists to grace that stage, the experience carried significant weight. For Eric Kwok and Dan James, the performance was not just a personal milestone but a statement of intent. They aimed to deliver the intensity expected of a major electronic festival while remaining deeply rooted in their identity, blending powerful drops with the nostalgic melodies of Cantopop.
“You don’t need to know Cantopop to feel the energy of our music,” the duo noted, emphasizing that their goal is to show that music from Hong Kong can stand alongside any genre on the biggest international stages. This philosophy has guided their approach to live sets, pushing them to think bigger about production and audience connection as they travel between festivals like S2O Thailand and their home turf.
The Evolution of a Unique Sound
The duo’s latest single, ‘Ferris Wheel,’ serves as a perfect case study for their creative process. By reimagining the classic Cantopop hit originally written by Eric and made famous by Eason Chan, they have successfully bridged the gap between generations. Their approach was to preserve the emotional core of the original while injecting the high-octane production values of modern dance music, allowing a new, global audience to discover the track in a fresh context.
This commitment to cultural fusion is further supported by their new strategic partnership with Pacific Music Group and CTF Media & Entertainment. This collaboration is designed to leverage international networks and diverse media platforms to amplify their reach. “We don’t want Cantopop-inspired EDM to be seen as just a niche genre,” they explained. “We want it to become part of the broader conversation in global electronic music.”
Looking Ahead to SPOOKY HALLOWEEN
Returning home for a headlining set at SPOOKY HALLOWEEN 2026 on November 1 represents a full-circle moment. While the duo admits to feeling the pressure of performing in front of friends and family, they are eager to debut a fully realized visual production that aligns with their artistic identity. Having learned from their previous festival appearances, they are ready to deliver an immersive experience that goes beyond the music, cementing their status as pioneers of a new, culturally rich electronic sound.
