From Billboard · Katie Bain · · 1m 20s
Madonna and Charli xcx Release 'Danceteria Afterhours'
Madonna and Charli xcx collaborate on 'Danceteria Afterhours' track, blending their club histories.
In brief
Madonna and Charli xcx collaborate on 'Danceteria Afterhours' track, blending their club histories. Madonna and Charli xcx released a new version of 'Danceteria Afterhours' that combines their club histories. Originally reported by Billboard.
Madonna and Charli xcx collaborate
Madonna and Charli xcx have released a new version of 'Danceteria Afterhours', a revamped track from Madonna's July album Confessions II.
“Danceteria Afterhours”
Original 'Danceteria' track
The original song tells Madonna's early New York City history and her time at the famous club Danceteria with Debi Mazar and Basquiat.
“Danceteria”
Charli xcx adds new verses
Charli xcx contributes new verses recounting her club kid history, from her first DJing in London to discovering DJs and flavored cocaine in Los Angeles.
“sweet 15 in a weird outfit”
Confessions II debuts at No. 1
Madonna's Confessions II debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 after its July 3 release, marking her first No. 1 album in the 2020s.
“Billboard 200”
Madonna's VMAs 2026 appearance
Madonna will perform at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on September 27, her first appearance at the show in 23 years.
“2026 MTV Video Music Awards”
Madonna's VMAs 2026 nominations
Madonna is the leading nominee at the 2026 VMAs with 11 nods, marking the first time since 1998 she has been the leading nominee.
“11 nods”
The essence
Madonna and Charli xcx released a new version of 'Danceteria Afterhours' that combines their club histories.
