Glenn Morrison- Playing With Ivory

The title's actually a hint on how this release sounds like. Released last January 18 on Beatport, and forthcoming February 1 on Junodownload, Glenn Morrison's Playing With Ivory takes us to the moodier side of his productions, thanks to the ever-melancholic sounding piano.

Aside from what I have mentioned, the track contains distinctive elements that when all combined together, create a unique yearning and an emotional feel. The heavy bass and the ambiance of the song really remind me of Sunlounger's Ibiza sunset-inspired motif, while the piano melodies bring back listening memories from Shingo Nakamura's blissful tracks. I also find the ambiance of the piano solo in Playing With Ivory appealing because it was able to capture the totality of the essence of the track in just a few seconds.

It's amazing on how the progressive house music scene maintains the freshness of the genre through various musical innovations like the use of bagpipes and pianos. Yes, progressive house music keeps on evolving through the various creative artists around the globe, and one of the innovations can actually be heard in Glenn Morrison's Playing With Ivory.

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Sky Dive feat. Jan Johnson- Freefall (Ad Brown Remix)

I was quite surprised when Ad Brown (aka. Maxi Valvona) himself sent me a link to his remix on Sky Dive's Freefall, which, by the way, is also a free download. Certainly a blast from the past, the late 90's Skydive classic is one of those tracks that really carried the true essence of electronic music.

This time around, Ad Brown takes the track to a milder atmosphere as he pours in some progressive vibes to it. Sedative and dreamy, the melodies brought to us by Ad Brown are joined by the far-fetched vocals from Jan Johnson-- really interesting. Aside from those, the key progression also caught my attention as I listened to this track. Perfectly fitting into the gravity motif, the rise-then-drop structure of the riffs really allow its listeners to feel the essence of it.

Ad Brown proved again that mediocrity is never welcomed in the electronic dance music circuit.

Freefall: Sky Dive ft Jan Johnson (Ad Brown Mix) DOWNLOAD HERE by adbrown

Listen, support, and download the remix here on Soundcloud.
Visit Ad Brown's official website and be updated with his gigs, releases, and goodies.
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Interview with JAYTECH [2009]

Interview originally conducted last 4th of April 2009 for Trancecommunity via email by Motionmigs. [I am currently not affiliated with the site anymore.]

Signed on Anjunadeep, James Cayzer, aka Jaytech proved to be an indispensable icon on the label. J claims to make trance-like house music and progressive house music and everything in between with his trademark technical, but lush sound. Moreover, if I remember it right, Jaytech's debut album "Everything is OK" is also a milestone for the Anjunadeep label for it is the first full-length artist album released on the growing label. Call him whatever you like, Jaytech, J, James, or even Jimbo, but get one thing straight, Jaytech has proven that the future of the progressive house scene is bright.

Hello there, what's up Jaytech? (That's one of the questions already. haha!)

At the moment I am up, in the air, as I am completing this interview on a plane to Chelyabinsk. Ha!

After seeing your hectic gig schedules, which trail from Jakarta to
Russia, I was just wondering, how are you able to spend time with your
loved ones back home despite being always on-the-go ?

Nowadays I am making sure to head back to Australia for a few weeks every 3 months or so. I was away from home for 9 months last year and while I kept in contact with everyone over Skype it was still pretty hard. I'll be back in Australia in May to catch up with my friends and family, and play some gigs of course as well : )

Do you think that the internet is a powerful tool in promoting your
productions? In what way?

Yeah, the internet has been vital to my success as it's been my main marketing tool. There are many things to keep tabs on and it's a lot of work, but through things like my podcast, newsletters and the occasional social networking the internet is really helping me get my music out there.

I was lucky to grab a copy of your album while I was in Hong Kong last
December, and I was just wondering, what does the title "Everything is
ok" have to do with your music?

Actually the title originally came from the picture, as I have always liked that photo. The story behind it is, there was a public pillow fight in San Francisco and that barricade tape was used to let passers by know that it was all in good fun and not a serious event. I just thought that notion was really cool.

I know it's not summer there anymore, but if you were given a chance
to visit or even to spin in just one beach around the world, which one
would it be? How come?


Maybe Brighton Beach, like Fatboy Slim did. But it would need to be to 200,000 people, no less, hahaha.

I can't help but notice the uniqueness of your work compared to other
producers out there, what had motivated you in forming this
technical, but lush and uplifting sound of yours?

I guess I found the prog sound circa 2002-2003 really captivating, that was a time when a lot of people were sitting on the fence between progressive and trance, so you had a lot of records coming out that had a really great groove but also told a story. I think that kind of sound is getting harder to find now but it's by no means old news. There's still so much that people are doing with this style that's new and inventive.

If you were given a chance to pick a DJ whom you would like spin with
for a major event, who would it be, and why?

DJ PROFF, from Moscow, as he is doing the same kind of music and he's on the Anjunadeep label. But I did manage to actually play with him last night for the first time and we had great fun : )

I'm sure that there are lots of young aspiring music producers out
there who look up to you as one of their influences, what can you tell
them which may help them live out their passion?

The best success I have had is by not writing tracks according to what I think other people will think of them, or what other people want. It sounds a bit corny I know, but write the tunes for yourself and then others will follow.

When you're not spinning on the decks or being busy in the studio,
what do you do?

I watch loads of nerdy sci-fi and anime shows, I learn a few languages and hang out with friends when I can. Usually if I have free time I spend it learning ways I can make my career better, so in a sense my work is also my hobby.


Can you name us one electronic dance tune that makes you hyper every
time you listen to it?


Andain - Beautiful Things (Gabriel & Dresden Remix)

Anything for your fans to look forward to in the future? New
releases? Gigs? News?


I've just put out my new release Metro/Wannabe on Anjunadeep. Next month is my new track Delta with a PROFF remix on the flip. Just finishing up my Euro gigs now then am heading to Indonesia then Australia. June and July I'll be back in UK working in the Anjunabeats studio, and generally raising hell also I hope!

On the behalf of the moderators and the members of TranceCommunity, I
would like to say thanks for your time in replying and in answering my
questions. We wish you all the best in your career and may your music
be heard around the world!


Cheers, all the best!


Thanks!
-Miguel Libre aka Motionmigs
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Check out Jaytech's official homepage here!

ALSO CHECK OUT MY REVIEWS ON SOME OF JAYTECH'S TRACKS HERE ON SOUNDSCAPES.

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Marco V- How You Feeling/ Inconsistent Talk

Being an indispensable member in the Trance circuit for over a decade alone is not a valid excuse for the Dutch trance veteran, Marco Verkuylen, to stop taking over the world.

Marco V’s “Unprepared” is one of those tracks that defined 2009 as it had been featured in Armin van Buuren’s A State of Trance Yearmix 2009, and the list continues. In November of the same year, V released his fourth artist album, “Propaganda Part 2” under his very own record label, In Charge.

Just recently, a single was released containing the extended mixes of two of his tracks from “Propaganda Part 2” namely, “How You Feeling?”, “Inconsistent Talk” and a revixed version of the latter. Without further delay, here are the tracks from Marco V’s “How You Feeling/ Inconsistent Talk” single release:

How You Feeling? (Extended Mix)

The track is initiated by a steady bass pattern similar to SvD/ Purple Haze’s “Bliksem” as the sawtooth samples try to find their ground. By 2:30 of the extended mix, the main riff enters— a little bit techy and dirty—melodies like this on the dance-floor invite its audience to clap along with the rhythm. After that, more sawtooth samples come in as the track steadily goes to an end. “How You Feeling?” is a simple, yet straightforward track.

Marco V- How You Feeling? (Album Version)

Inconsistent Talk (Extended Mix)

Inconsistent Talk automatically became my favorite track just after 30 seconds of playing it. Actually, I first heard this on Marcus Schossow’s Tone Diary episode 301, and I knew this was something unique. First reason why I liked this is its main melody: the clashy melody, which is delayed and reverbed from time to time, pumps up the energy of the listener, preparing its listeners for the lethal climax.

Next, the climax is just sick, I do not know how Marco V did it, but it’s one monstrous tune, especially from 3:30 onwards. Moreover, the vocal samples also did a good job in sinking in the listener’s head. Just listen to it and find out what I am saying.

Marco V- Inconsistent Talk (Album Version)

Inconsistent Talk (Revixed)

Almost having the same composition as the original one, the revixed version has more stomping kicks to it and more reverbs and delays.

The main riff also enters in a subtle manner increasing its volume from measure to measure. However, unlike the original, this does not have that monstrous tune I’ve been talking about; but nevertheless, this is revixed version serves as the “Diet Coke” to people who like their V tunes lighter and simpler.

Marco V- Inconsistent Talk (Revixed)

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Leventina- Attitude (Original Mix)

Leventina takes you to the sharper side of progressive house as he releases another stunning track under Unreleased Digital. Attitude is a melting pot of housey strings, clashy riffs, hand-raising synths, and of course, Leventina's trademark choppy bass lines. This is progressive house, Leventina style-- enough said.

Leventina- Attitude (Original Mix)

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PROFF- Breathe (Bart van Wissen Remix)

Currently having 30 play counts on my iTunes library, BvW's remix on Ershov's "Breathe" is one glistening gem your library should not miss out on.

This remix didn't come out alone. In fact, aside from the original mix, Lanui's and Dave Storm's remixes also were spawned-- all of them being released under the record label Brown Eyed Boyz. For this review, I will discuss the first remix I've heard from the song, the Bart van Wissen remix; however don't fret because you will also have the chance to sample the other versions sometime.


Resonant melodies flying in with stomping, yet groovy bass make Bart van Wissen's remix notable. Aside from that, Bart incorporated a fascinating atmosphere perfectly complementing the playful and attention-grabbing riffs of the song as he sends this track away from his studio.

Bart van Wissen's remix on PROFF's Breathe is another timeless progressive house classic that your eardrums will feast on.


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Interview with PAUL KEELEY [2009]

Interview originally conducted April 2009 via email. Original posted on trancecommunity by motionmigs. [I am currently not affiliated with the site anymore.]


Paul Keeley is a Montreal-based DJ/ producer who has no boundaries in making music. Paul is known to have released various kinds of electronic music in numerous labels including Anjunadeep, Baroque, EQ Grey, Epsilonlab, Thinner, and Morrison. From deep house, to minimal, to progressive, his music tastes define him as a person whom you can't just put in one genre box.


1. Hey man, how has 2009 been for you so far as a Dj and a producer?

so far, so good. i've got some releases in the pipeline and have been spending my music time split between working on both new original tracks and doing some interesting remixes.


2. Among the places you have not yet visited around the world, which country would you like to visit, given the chance? Why?


definitely Japan - just to experience a completely different lifestyle than we're used to here in the west. i think it would be incredibly inspirational. plus, they have all the really cool toys years before we ever get to see them (if we get to see them at all). i'd be doing some major gadget/toy shopping while there for certain.


3. What had motivated you to be diverse and versatile in your music styles?

really the only motivation i have to make music is an intangible need
to create. music just happens to be my medium of choice. in all art
forms, i tend to get bored with convention very quickly, so my music
needs to keep continuously evolving in order for me to stay interested
and passionate about what i do, which is very important to me. i'm
also a great advocate of the happy accident. many times i'll set out
with one theme or idea in mind, and by the end i've ended up at a
completely different place. i blame/embrace incessant knob tweaking
and constantly re-inventing the sounds as i'm using them in a given
arrangement. the only downside to this is that it requires a
completely liquid mix - i can't bounce anything down to audio until
the end for fear of losing the possibility of a chance encounter with
an unintended inspiring sound.


4. Can you name some artists who have made great impacts on you as a musician?


off the top of my head, i'd say lots of artists from the 70's and 80's
who were among the first to really bring consistent use of
synthesizers and electronic instruments into pop music. so, artists
like Pink Floyd, Genesis, E.L.O., Emerson Lake & Palmer, Tears for
Fears, Talk Talk, etc, etc had a very large impact on me in my
formative years. more recently, artists like Underworld, Orbital, The
Orb, and one artist who really blew me away and showed me house music
in a completely new way - Luomo - were very influential in my move
pretty much exclusively into the 4/4 world of dance music. before that
i had been very much into the IDM thing - lots of Aphex Twin, Luke
Vibert, Stereolab, Plaid, pretty much the whole Warp roster.


5. Can you share with us your all-time favorite top 3 tracks?

all-time favorites? hmm, that's tricky, and next to impossible to accurately narrow down to three, but here goes: 1) Pearl's Girl - Underworld 2) In the Air Tonight - Phil Collins 3) Life's What You Make It - Talk Talk


6. Anything for your fans to look forward to in the future? New
releases? Gigs? News?


music, music, and music! i plan to chain myself to my DAW (is that
even possible?) and channel as much music as possible before
summertime hits and i'm forced into the out-of-doors to experience
some of the great festivals and shows of the season. as always,
there's new material n the pipeline, but i can't mention anything at
present. keep a lookout for updates on my website/myspace page.

On behalf of the TranceCommunity members and moderators, I would like to thank you for your time in answering our questions. We would also like to wish you good luck in your career, and we are always here
(around the world) to support you and your music.


my pleasure - thanks for having me!

cheers,
Paul.


Check out Paul Keeley's official Myspace page!

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Shingo Nakamura- Blue Light/ Memory of the Sea

Let’s try something different tonight, instead of me writing descriptions about the track, I will describe to you in detail where “Blue Light” and “Memory of the Sea” took me in my imagination.

Play the music as you read through my thoughts, and once finished, try playing them again with your eyes closed— it’s your turn to imagine. Are you ready? Let’s begin.

Blue Light by Shingo Nakamura

I spread my arms wide-open as my toes leave the sand. The clouds give way as I rise. From up above, I see lush islands—thousands of them. I see clear blue water reflecting the light from the sun.

I start to drift away from my origin, and I tiny islands fade in my sight—different sizes, various shapes, all covered in green. I look to my right; I sight the source of light covered by thin clouds. I start to descend, trying to get a clearer perspective below. They become clearer— land, water, fishes, and trees.

Clear blue water embodied by life; yellow, blue, silver, pink, all of them with life too. I descend closer to land, as the clouds still give way. Drawing closer, I hear piano melodies playing.

The closer I get, the louder they become. I see it, an old piano by the sea. I descend more to the yellow sands. My toes finally touch the soft sand as I land.

Memory of the Sea by Shingo Nakamura

There I am, on the beach facing the infinite body of blue. I feel a chilly sensation on my toes; it’s the ocean trying to reach me. I look to the infinite horizon as the breeze brush through my face. The piano notes play again, it starts soft and then for each measure, it gets a little louder. Just at my back, the coconut trees sway in accordance to the rhythm of the melody. From my south, birds come out as they venture home and bid farewell to another day. I feel it; I feel the life around me, here, there, and everywhere. Everything’s in euphony.

SHINGO NAKAMURA ON MYSPACE

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Temper Trap- Sweet Disposition Remixes

With just listening to The Temper Trap’s “Sweet Disposition”, I already have a hint on what to expect in 500 Days of Summer. It was actually my friend Benny (boyofdestiny.tumblr.com) who told me to listen to this song, and also being an electronic dance music aficionado that he is, Ben also advised me to check out Morgan Page’s and Axwell & Dirty South’s remixes of the song [more of these in part 2].

The original version somehow reminds me of U2, Radiohead, and Coldplay, yet having that distinct element that separates “Sweet Disposition” from what the three bands have made. After my first time of sampling the song, I can really remember the drum patterns, most especially the snare beats, as well as the nostalgic vocals planted in the track. Lastly, “Sweet Disposition” is one of those tracks that I would listen to when I recall memories from the good old days.

I was actually surprised to see a remix done by both Axwell and Dirty South, two of the biggest names in the house and electro-house music scenes respectively. If you do not know what I am talking about, try making a web-search on their names.

Continuing, the Axwell & Dirty South remix on “Sweet Disposition” is very infectious, yes remember that adjective—infectious. Although less vocal elements are present compared to the original, this atmospheric remix contains sublime synth-patterns that are quite difficult to get rid from your system, once again, contagious.

If you’re keen enough, you will notice that the same riff plays over and over again throughout the song, but this remix is so consistent that each measure brings more energy to its listeners.

Going progressive house, Morgan Page shapes “Sweet Disposition” into a more upbeat track for dance-floors. Compared to Axwell & Dirty South’s remix, Morgan’s remix retains more vocal elements from the original track, complementing the sun-drenched melodies.

For listeners who crave for that electronic dance energy at daytime, this is the remix for you.

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Paul Keeley- Rocky Mountain Funk EP

Rocky Mountain Funk

Artist: Paul Keeley

Released: 2004

Label: EpsilonLab

Genre: Deep House

Track listing:

I Can’t (Stop) (7:20)
New Seclusion (5:49)
Communiqué (6:36)
Neutron Funk (6:20)

Paul Keeley is a Montreal-based DJ and producer whom you cannot just put in one genre box. Being a man of exquisite electronic dance music, he has perfected the concoctions of many fashions of EDM including deep house, progressive house, minimal house or microhouse, and tech house music. Paul’s creativity allowed him to hop from label to label in the music circuit as the years passed. His music of various styles has been feasted upon in numerous record labels like Anjunadeep, Baroque, EQ Grey, Epsilonlab, Thinner, and Morrison. Last April, I was able to interview him online. I was lucky enough to ask him his secrets behind his versatility of music, and he shared:

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Dinka- Scarlet EP

Scarlet EP

Artist: Dinka

Released: 2009 [Beatport]/ 2010 [Junodownload]

Label: Enormous Tunes

Genre: Progressive House

Track listing:

Scarlet (radio mix) - (04:00)
Scarlet (original mix) - (07:36)
Scarlet (chillout reprise) - (03:07)
The Celtic Of Scotland (original mix) - (07:31)
Gateways (original mix) - (07:58)

Summer season is just around the corner, but I feel the calm summer essence every time I listen to this blissful EP by Dinka.

Released under Enormous Tunes, Scarlet EP contains fresh and upbeat melodies that will leave you wanting for more. Before I discuss the tracks, here are some things you might want to know about this stunning producer: Dinka is a female Swiss progressive house producer crafting quality tunes and remixes characterized by spherical harmonies and easygoing melodies on labels like Unreleased Digital, Anjunadeep, Enormous Tunes, and Cool Vibes.

Dinka also has a long list of releases that stomped various EDM events and conquered radio shows around the world , some of her releases include "Meaningful Story", "Canonball", "Temptation", and her remix on Jaytech's "Pyramid".

Just last December 18, Dinka released her Scarlet EP on beatport.com, and it will also appear on Junodownload.com sometime January of 2010. To avoid redundancy, I will only talk about three out of the five tracks from Scarlet EP:

Scarlet (original mix)

Progressive house aficionados will easily know that it's another Dinka track from the first few minutes. Moreover, Scarlet caters the perfect formula of Dinka that listeners from around the globe crave. Steady, uplifting, rejuvenating, this is Dinka's Scarlet.

The Celtic Of Scotland (original mix)

Have you watched Braveheart? Well, this track contains elements from the soundtrack of that classic movie, and it was shaped into a summer anthem in such a way it is so fresh, so melodious,and so liberating. This is a masterpiece I tell you, because everything about this track is simply wonderful; from the synths to the bass, and of course, to the unique ambiance combined all together by Dinka. I am already addicted to that sense of longing this track offers, and I will play this all summer long...

Gateways (original mix)

There is something new from Dinka in this track-- a banging breakdown-- progressive house style! Before that, Gateways is heavier in sound compared to the two tracks mentioned, but it still has that spherical ambiance. This is what you get when you cross over Chicane's Offshore with Ronski Speed's breakdowns, add a spice of Leventina's vibes, and topped off with Dinka's uplifting essence-- yeah, I think that's how I would describe this track.

Like what I have said, summer's just around the corner. Yes,-- swimming on the beach, watching the sunset, lying under a tree, feeling the fresh breeze-- these are what summer is all about! This flawless EP makes me want to rush the three months I have left before summer. Thanks to Dinka's delicate taste for electronic dance music, each day is a beautiful day for her listeners across the globe.

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Boom Jinx & Jaytech- Milano EP

Australian progressive house master, Jaytech joins forces with Anjuna's boy-wonder, Boom Jinx as they produce a unique, dreamy, yet sun-drenched prog house anthem, Milano.

Jaytech's unmistakable chunky bass line and Jinx's unique mystical aura make this melodic track one of a kind. Ad Brown breaks progressive house standards as he adds more atmospheric feel to Milano. Moreover, he also took this track to a deeper dimension through his dark and dirty melodies. Having said those, I find Ad Brown's remix an excellent contrast to the original.

The original version of Milano appeared in Above & Beyond's Anjunabeats Volume 7, so be sure to check that release out.

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Paul Keeley- Cloud 9 (Original Mix)

I am still high on Keeley's "Life Aquatic", which was released as a track in Anjunadeep:01 months ago, and here comes Paul Keeley with another magnificent release, "Cloud 9".

"Life Aquatic" took us under the deep blue see and allowed us to experience a one-of-a-kind progressive house experience. This time, Keeley's "Cloud 9" takes us up above the soothing clouds.

Simply beautiful...

Artwork by Arabienne.

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Russell G- Solstice

Russell Greer brings us to a sedative dimension as he unleashes Solstice from the Solstice/ 3AM EP [Pilot 6/ Armada Music.]

There's actually more to trance music than its endless beats and looping melodies. Being an aficionado of the genre for years, I have learned to use

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Paul Keeley- Sunset at Midnight EP

[Originally written December 6, 2008; revised October 12, 2009 both by myself]

Last August 2005, Canadian progressive/ deep/ minimal house producer and DJ Paul Keeley released an EP entitled Sunset at Midnight that spawned two sophisticated tracks: Tokyo Midnight and Sunset Boulevard.

Tokyo Midnight is a juicy tech-house track drenched in a deep, but atmospheric sound. Keeley shows-off his vast range of music styles as he unleashes airy sounds from his arsenal, and to add to that, he quickly brings the tune to life with the help of his tech-house sound. You can say that this generally is a warm track, but if you desire melodies that melt in your ears, wait for the next one.

Imagine yourself seated on a couch looking at the setting sun through your window. The rays paint the town orange as you drink your cup of coffee or tea. This is what I imagine each time I listen to the fresh melodies of Sunset Boulevard. Soothing, suave, and warm, these are the adjectives I'd use to color the track. On a personal note, I never get sick of this track, there's just something with the tune of it that turns it into a drug. To wrap things up, Sunset Boulevard is a classic masterpiece from Paul Keeley, and its composition ensures its vividness throughout the seasons of the year.

Tokyo Midnight and Sunset Boulevard are two tracks that paint what they picture, and that is for sure.

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Andy Moor & Ashley Wallbridge feat. Meighan Nealon- Faces

Originally written 5th of October, 2009 on Tumblr.

After four months of it being first exposed to the trance community, AVA boys, Andy Moor & Ashley Wallbridge's Faces still remains a fresh, yet a pounding onslaught.

Ashley Wallbridge's thin, melancholic melodies combine with Andy Moor's thick modulated bass lines accompanied by unconventional adrenaline-rushing riffs to produce this one-of-a-kind killer tune. Of course, don't forget Meighan Nealon's haunting vocals, which captures the whole essence of the song.

It is uncommon to see releases come out with remixes from different artists that also exhibit unmatched quality and exceptional consistency, and I am talking about Tenishia's and Ben Gold's remixes. The two remixes took the package out of this world; Tenishia planted an exploding fuse box to the song, while on the other hand, Ben Gold invited the Juggernaut to the party. If you still can't imagine what I am saying, listen to them below.

Before I forget, there is also a new (I really mean it when I say "new".) remix by Hungarian producers, Myon & Shane54 packed in Andy Moor's Breaking the Silence Volume One. Choose your own adjectives for that remix.

Well, 2009 hasn't ended yet, but I think I already have chosen my track of the year. (Also check out the official music video on Youtube)

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Marcus Schossow- The Opener

Sometime September, Swedish Tech Trance/ Electronic Trance icon Marcus Schossow just released his debut album entitled Outside the Box, which spawned The Opener.

Before I enumerate the contributions he had made to the electronic dance world, let me tell you some things about this guy. First, he's Swedish. Next up, he started crushing dance floors at the age of fifteen. Finally, Marcus Schossow has a mind of a true artist.

This guy has a lengthy list of ice-cold melodies and intensely-electrifying riffs which have been long introduced to mankind some of which are Chase My Rabbit, Mr. White, Galandia, and Swedish Beatballs. Schossow also has astonishing remixes on Angello and Ingrosso's Umbrella, Orjan Nilsen's La Guitarra, Dakota's Roxy 84, and more.

With the mind of a genius dedicated to infinitely-many sound innovations, Schossow shall demonstrate to you the way of a true artist...

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Daniel Kandi- Venice Beach

One reason why I cannot leave the trance scene is the heartwarming melodies from uplifting tracks. Only a very talented producer can come up with such a tune where people can get energy from an uplifting state. This is euphoria in music, shallow for skeptics, but gold for aficionados.

I have been a loyal fan of Daniel Kandi since early 2008 if I remember it right, and since then, I have always appreciated his works from the head-banging riffs to very sublime climaxes. Moreover, some of my all-time favorites are Let Go (with Neumann), Rewire (with Robert Nickson), Child, Make Me Believe,his remix on Andy Bluemann's Time to Rest, which by the way features Eller van Buuren on guitar, then his remix on A.M.R.'s Sand Dunes.

Daniel Kandi has done so much to shape the trance scene we all know today. He gave meaning to the endless beats and planted emotion to machine-generated riffs. Moreover, he showed the world that there is a bright and a sentimental future for the trance scene.

Here's another masterpiece, Venice Beach, included in Armin van Buuren's Universal Religion 4 and Above & Beyond's Anjunabeats Vol. 7.

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