Armin van Buuren – ‘A State Of Trance 2020 (Mixed by Armin van Buuren)’
Eyes closed. Mouth agape. Arms wide open. There’s nothing like the feeling you get when Trance lifts you up, when the evolving melodies and breathtaking breakdowns elevate you to your heart’s content. Such moments aren’t meant to ever end, and Armin van Buuren steps up to keep you going a while longer with the brand-new installment of his A State Of Trance mix album series: ‘A State Of Trance 2020’.
True to form, this compilation album means to light up the room and inject its spark of magic into the hearts of Trance fans worldwide. Welcome it, embrace it, and you’ll be soaring like never before.
Cosmic Gate – ‘Universal Love’
Do not adjust your signal (or check your bit-rate, wifi reception, etc!), Cosmic Gate have punched up a track that takes them as far off the C.G. ‘grid’ as they’ve been in a decade. Their final action ahead of the release of their fourth ‘Wake Your Mind Sessions’ compilation, ‘Universal Love’ is a dazzling, convention-shaking tale of two tones.
Matt Fax – ‘Progressions’
‘Progressions’ is a bold, expansive exploration of progressive house music, on which Matt Fax pushes boundaries and proves his polished, mesmerizing sound is second-to-none. His second album sees the youthful producer emerge with a confident, assured approach, his experience allowing him to effortlessly craft fresh, breathtaking prog anthems that swell from nuanced to grandiose. With truly stellar production across the project with its finely-calibrated synth textures, banging, refined bass and an inescapable, relentless groove, Matt Fax finds a luscious sweet spot across these seventeen tracks.
Jerome Isma-Ae – ‘Hold That Sucker Down (Charlotte de Witte Remix)’
Charlotte de Witte’s remix of ‘Hold That Sucker Down’ is a timeless classic turned contemporary crowd favorite. Turning Jerome Isma-Ae’s spin on The O.T. Quartet’s 1994 original into a nostalgia-infused floor-thriller, the Belgian-born Techno starlet does what she does best: crafting up records for the sole purpose of dance floor domination.
Camelphat x ARTBAT – ‘For A Feeling’
Camelphat and ARTBAT have unveiled their dynamic new single ‘For A Feeling’ featuring rising singer-songwriter RHODES. The track is a vibrant display of both artist’s signature styles and is fully poised to become one of the biggest tracks of the summer. The production is also the first collaboration off Camelphat’s highly anticipated forthcoming album.
Armin van Buuren x Brennan Heart – ‘All On Me (ft. Andreas Moe)’
The first-ever collaboration between Armin van Buuren and Brennan Heart, ‘All On Me’ has all the hallmarks of a crowd-inspiring staple track. From the empowering lyrics and heartening melody to Andreas Moe’s dynamic vocals, this track embodies the silver lining sought after by so many people around the world.
RAM x Susana – ‘You Are Enough’
As is to be expected from the iconic Trance duo — RAM and Susana (Tales of Life), ‘You Are Enough’ is a powerful, emotional and meaningful uplifter. It’s message being that there’s no need for us to strive for perfection nor outside validation. That even if we’re stripped of everything — our success, our accolades — we are still worthy, because we are enough… just the way we are.
Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike x Bassjackers – ‘Happy Together’
In ‘Happy Together’ — the hardstyle kick and syncopated bass introduced from the start waste no time in establishing the high-paced intensity that permeates throughout the track, perfectly balancing the old-school with modern techniques, highlighted by the pitched vocal hinting at the introduction of the iconic vocal. Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike and Bassjackers develop the theme throughout before unveiling the instantly recognisable vocal that is guaranteed to whip any crowd up into a frenzy, before dropping the familiar vocal melody and crafting it into a colossal, anthemic lead that nods to the track’s origins while still feeling innovative.
SLANDER x William Black – ‘Back To U’
Earlier in April, SLANDER’s track ‘Potions’ with Said The Sky received remix treatments from various artists for a hefty package. One of talents who provided a standout is LA-based producer and DJ William Black. Now, SLANDER celebrates the release of their new single with William Black ‘Back To U’ on Gud Vibrations.
Alok x THRDL!FE – ‘Hear Me Tonight’
Brazilian DJ, producer & record label owner Alok has linked up with British record producer THRDL!FE on exhilarating new single ‘Hear Me Tonight’. Sampling the Modjo dance classic ‘Lady (Hear Me Tonight)’, the track immediately asserts itself with powerful vocals, building momentum with rapid drums and playful synths that ensure listeners are gripped from the offset.
KSHMR x Sak Noel – ‘Bruk It Down (ft. TxTHEWAY)’
A high-energy dance track, ‘Bruk It Down’ combines KSHMR’s trademark EDM sound with a sunkissed, Latin vibe that Sak Noel has become synonymous with — a cultural and creative exchange with dazzling results. The music video sees the three artists take on the city of Mexico and explore a culturally driven area filled with children playing soccer, latin-inspired dancers, and unique visuals of the city and art around them.
Trivecta – ‘Everyday’
‘Everyday’ is Trivecta’s exciting debut EP both as an artist and on Ophelia. The EP is the next evolution of the melodic bass artist’s sound, incorporating folk, guitar, and acoustic instrumentation alongside progressive and electro house elements.
Black Coffee – ‘SBCNCSLY (ft. Sabrina Claudio)’
‘SBCNCSLY’ is a delicate dance track drenched in warm piano chords, rolling drumlines, and Sabrina Claudio’s ethereal vocals. It feels weightless, as Black Coffee slowly layers Claudio’s vocals upon his ever-shifting production, from a subtle jazz piano moment to a burgeoning house track. ‘SBCNCSLY’ is the first single of the decade from the South African star and a glimpse at his upcoming studio album of the same name — due out later this year.
Jay Robinson – ‘Know Yourself (ft. Idris Elba)’
A four-on-the-floor club ready hit, ‘Know Yourself’ is a powerful showcase of Jay Robinson’s finest talents. Fueled by a driving kick drum, tight hats, and siphoning bass, Robinson illuminates his undeniable tech-house mastery throughout his five-minute work. Enlisting none other than Idris Elba to complete the sinister song, the pair’s production and vocal dominion offer a robust narrative. Idris Elba’s motivating vocals juxtaposed against a dark, fleeting bassline, as a strong sentiment of “What you need to do is know yourself/What you need to do is be you” reverberates powerfully.
Dark Heart x Titus – ‘Who’s In The Trap’
In a collaborative triumph, Los Angeles based producer and DJ Dark Heart and New York’s TITUS have teamed up once again, this time for a three-track EP ‘Who’s In The Trap?’. This collection brings together Dark Heart’s signature style and TITUS’s melodic trippy vocals for three astonishing anthems.
Riggi & Piros x VENIICE – ‘My Feelings (ft. RANI)’
As much as its lyrics reflect on the battle between indecision and longing, Riggi and Piros x VENIICE’s ‘My Feelings’ juggles softer passages and cautious optimism with taking the leap on a musical level. Adorned with velvet chords, beefed-up beats and RANI’s center-stage vocals, this track is exactly what it should be: catchy, authentic and tailored to the airwaves.
ZKOSTA – ‘Words’ & ‘Just Be’
“When I originally made these tracks, I was trying to come up with a sound that was deep but also heavy on the bass side. I like to incorporate vocals in my tracks that are midway between something that can be considered pop-like, but with a little more soul. I didn’t want anything that would be off-the-bat mainstream though. I wanted a balance between what I feel is versatile to the masses, and a more underground deep sound that is dance-oriented and club-driven. During the making of the first part of this project [‘Be‘ EP], I was actually having some intense personal issues – and I think the influence of that raw emotion can be found in the overall production and feel of the tracks presented.”
— ZKOSTA on ‘Words’ & ‘Just Be’
SIAN – ‘Subzero’
Infamous for delivering sweat-soaked, hypnotic performances with each seminal release standing the test of time, SIAN burns deep into the collective psyche of electronic music like hot black chrome. Adhering more to the avant-garde side of club culture, both he and his label Octopus Recordings possess an otherworldly, driving and ecstatic character. SIAN has released the latest from his production arsenal with ‘Subzero’ — menacing instrumental.
HOSH & 1979 – ‘Midnight (The Hanging Tree) (Henrik Schwarz Remix)’
German dance music legend Henrik Schwarz has remixed the Hosh & 1979 smash ‘Midnight (The Hanging Tree)’. Maintaining the hypnotic vocals of Jalja that helped make the original so unique, Schwarz’s remix places a greater emphasis on the orchestral elements, creating a versatile, multifaceted track that would turn heads on dancefloors and auditoriums alike.
Carré – ‘Urgency’
Seeking to create a psychedelic and unparalleled experience for listeners, Carré premieres ‘Urgency’ — the second single from their forthcoming self-titled EP. This techno beat driven track is a journey throughout your subconscious. Words from Terence McKenna are hovering over a bed of electronic textures leading you through a meditative daze giving ‘Urgency’ a unique transcendental taste.
