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Trance music is an exhilarating combination of high-energy beats and soothing melodies that has won over audiences around the world. This genre has also had an enormous influence on other musical forms and continues to develop over time.
Tiesto – “Adagio for Strings”
William Orbit’s rendition of Samuel Barber’s piece has inspired numerous dance remixes by artists like Skip Raiders, Ferry Corsten, Paul Oakenfold and more – with Tiesto producing Adagio for Strings as an exceptional rendition that stands out. Released as single number four from his 2005 ‘Just Be’ album release date release schedule as Adagio for Strings is one such work by Tiesto that made classical music into an enthralling trance anthem!
Tiesto was an expert at taking classical music pieces and adapting them into another genre; keeping the soul of each song intact by maintaining key notes & orchestral build-up, but adding electronic beats that made a more contemporary version. His music quickly became immensely popular & became part of Trance Music history itself.
16 years later, Adagio for Strings remains a staple in Tiesto’s live sets and was even named by Mixmag readers as one of their Top 3 Dance Tracks ever in 2013. This track proves how versatile trance music can be; inspiring other forms of musical genres.
Above & Beyond – “Sun & Moon”
Trance music emerged with the advent of electronic music, offering listeners a form of hypnotic musical journey similar to taking drugs. Above & Beyond, Armin van Buuren and Paul Van Dyk are some of the top Trance artists worldwide with their music inspiring millions of listeners worldwide.
Above & Beyond’s “Sun & Moon” is an iconic trance track that showcases their incredible vocal talents. Its emotive lyrics and mesmerizing melodies whisk listeners away on an incredible celestial journey that transcends all boundaries.
Gareth Emery’s upbeat production style combined with Christina Novelli’s mesmerizing vocals created this captivating masterpiece, an instantaneous classic in the trance genre. The powerful bassline and thrilling breakdowns provide listeners with an unforgettable listening experience.
Armin van Buuren – “Shivers”
Armin van Buuren is one of the most iconic figures in electronic dance music, having received numerous awards and being known as “Trance God” among his ardent fanbase. Furthermore, his radio show A State of Trance as well as festivals and record label have helped establish him as an influential presence.
This track is an emotional anthem that captures the excitement and intensity of falling in love. With its upbeat rhythms and captivating synths, this song creates an enthralling listening experience for listeners. Dutch singer-songwriter Sharon den Adel’s lyrics add depth to its message of love and loss.
This track draws from classical music as well as film scores with its string harmonies and melodies that connect them directly with orchestral film scores. This powerful anthem continues to have a tremendous effect on listeners and has become an indispensable staple of many trance sets, making this track essential listening for fans of the genre.
Ferry Corsten – “Punk”
“Punk,” Ferry’s inaugural release under his own name, is an atmospheric track that’s great for trance dance floors. According to its artist, Ferry completed its rough version in four hours! Following its initial release, several remixes were released soon thereafter; Duplex took top honors with their version going deeper while still maintaining the track’s brooding vibe while including some unusual noises into its background for added dimension.
Reinier Zonneveld took advantage of this classic track to give it his own distinct techno twist, keeping some iconic synth chords while offering his own take.
“Concrete Angel”
This song tells the tale of a child who endures physical abuse from her mother, the only comfort being that of having a small boy as her friend; whenever she sees him she forgets all her troubles. Unfortunately, one night when things escalate to too far for comfort she takes it all too far and kills the child.
Martina McBride’s country song about child abuse is very moving and emotive, depicting how some children cannot escape it and that many ignore their problems, especially when they involve children.
This song is truly powerful and should be heard by everyone. It shows how child abuse is an ever-increasing problem, yet many remain unaware. Additionally, its music video displays the phone number for reporting suspected child abuse cases; an impressive idea. Several artists have covered it such as Spanish singer Marta Sanchez who included “Como un Angel” on her 2002 album Soy Yo.
OceanLab – “Satellite”
Above & Beyond (known here as OceanLab) unleash a stunning rework on their Remixed album’s opening track that makes its original version sound positively outdated. Jono Grant and Paavo Siljamaki, OceanLab’s producers, have toned down its chugging choruses and overbearing trance trills into an emotionally wrenching dream pop tune that sounds as captivating today.
Beginning with an infectious clap/percussion loop, OceanLab gradually adds beats and bass until things build to an outstanding sequence suited for club settings. Justine Suissa’s voice stands out beautifully amongst all of this production due to great vocal reverb. After taking a short break, OceanLab adds piano sound as their track builds back up again into its final sequence – creating one of their finest tracks ever and an anthem for many!
Aly & Fila – “We Control the Sunlight”
Egyptian duo Aly & Fila have become world-renowned for their melodic yet upbeat trance sound, winning them worldwide fame through their albums that showcase their musical journey over the years and feature collaborations with prominent electronic musicians.
As Aly & Fila take to the stage at Symphony one can expect goosebumps, chills, and an involuntary raising of hands skyward. And they deliver exactly that experience – plus more!
Fadi kicked off his set with an exceptional mashup of Napoleon by Ferry Tayle and Aly & Fila’s We Control The Sunlight featuring Jwaydan Moyine Anwar from Aly & Fila’s We Control The Sunlight; creating the ideal combination of classic 140 BPM trance music with beautiful vocals.
Jwaydan’s hypnotic voice quickly led into To Feel Again, which took everyone on an emotional roller coaster of beautiful melodies and thunderous basslines. The energy from the crowd was infectious as they lost themselves in music’s powerful force to experience unity and wonderment all at once; seeing all their faces beam with contentment alone is enough to bring smiles all around!
Rank 1 – “Airwave”
Trance music stands apart from its peers by offering an emotionally intense experience that draws listeners in like never before, making it popular with clubgoers and giving birth to some of the greatest trance songs ever written.
Benno de Goeij and Piet Bervoets became household names when their 1999 track “Airwave” went viral, becoming part of a wave of powerful trance hits during that year – enough to propel the duo to fame worldwide.
This track features a captivating piano melody to create an anthem of happiness and energy. Every kick drum thump, goosebump-inducing harmony and rafter-raising synth serves to remind listeners that they had an unforgettable time!
Scorchio’s release in 1998 solidifies it as an iconic trance classic, its buildup culminating in an overwhelming synth barrage full of spine-tingling melodies tailored for stadium environments.