Too $hort and Diplo Debut New Track Money Calling
The electronic collaboration premiered live before a massive crowd during a San Francisco event.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Dance and Electronic
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Too $hort and Diplo have officially released their new song Money Calling, which features an appearance from Kah-Lo. The track is set to appear on an upcoming album from Diplo.
Why it matters
The collaboration marks a milestone in the long-standing musical partnership between the two artists, who have built a rapport performing together at events like Stagecoach over several years.
The debut performance of the track drew 20,000 attendees to the San Francisco event. The song is slated for release on an upcoming Diplo studio album.
The players
Too $hort
An iconic hip-hop artist who has expanded his presence into the electronic dance music scene.
Diplo
A prominent DJ and producer known for his extensive work in electronic music and collaborative projects.
Kah-Lo
A singer and songwriter who provides guest vocals on the newly released track.
The details
Diplo has mentored Too $hort in the electronic music space for years, leading to this latest partnership. The duo previously shared the stage during multi-year appearances at the Stagecoach festival.
Timeline
October 25, 2026: Too $hort performed Money Calling at the Run Club event.
October 31, 2026: Too $hort headlines the 2-day Escape music festival.
Industry Dynamics
This release follows the established performance history of the duo at the Stagecoach festival, marking a shift toward deeper studio collaboration. Their partnership underscores a growing trend of genre-crossing projects within the electronic music industry.
Fans can now stream the collaboration as part of the lead-up to Diplo's forthcoming album. Those looking to see the artist perform live can catch the upcoming 2-day festival appearance in San Bernardino.
The takeaway
This collaboration highlights the potential for hip-hop artists to successfully transition into the electronic space through long-term mentorship. Keep an eye on future projects, as the artists have suggested an entire collaborative album could be in development.
Further reading
Explore more local releases and artist collaborations in the Dance and Electronic section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by TMZ.
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