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With April nearing its end, many listeners were anxious for an explosive dance track to pop out. And after a brief wait, here we have it. A dynamic and gargantuan trance production from none other than the Moldovian heavyweight, Andrew Rayel. But to spice things up, he paired up with another new major player Graham Bell, who is perhaps best known for his striking remix of “Explode”, along with Yoel Lewis. Together, this unexpected collaboration formulated “Tambores”, a refined amalgamation of big room, trance and tribal.

Let us now discuss and analyze this track.

Many experienced listeners are perhaps already familiar with the scheme big for room trance. “Tambores” inherits the energetic characteristics of Rayel’s other works like “Dark Warrior” and “All Systems Down”. The introductory segment starts with a sharp electro-bassline and a strong kick. Escalating the tone and the pitch of the synth, the riser fades in adeptly. With a good rhythm and timing, the tonal riser inflates to release the incoming drop with a severe and damaging force. This first electro drop kicks in with cutting mid-bassline synths, while switching meticulously with another intense supersaw synth. However, the most peculiar yet leading elements are the ‘Tambores’, enhancing the groove by adding the tribal ingredient. All packed together, this drop efficiently generates enough stamina and rigour to impress the ears.

However, the breakdown shifts the track to a more atmospheric setting. Consisting of cinematic soaring strings and an ethnic instrument (which plays for 4-5 seconds), they fade away after a brief play. But just as it pauses, the same supersaw synths hit the floor with more sinew and vibrance, playing over an uplifting and aggressive melody. Without wasting the momentum, the main drop approaches and bangs in vivaciously, reinstating the bassline and saw synths together. Already demonstrating their ferocity separately, these two dominant components swirl and stride, fueling this production with more vitality. In simple words, the following climatic drop nails it.

Henceforth, it won’t be unfair to say that “Tambores” reeks of dynamism. If you somehow are still doubting this song’s ability, a listen will surely change your thoughts instantly.

You can listen to “Tambores” here:

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