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• Heavy emotional weight in the lyrics • Surprising use of AI vocals • Massive Hardstyle kick provides a solid punch Stawros is back with “Remind Me”, and it is a pretty deep dive into the daily fight against negativity and regret. The track deals with that inner struggle of losing yourself in your own
• Crispy, punchy and lifelike drums • Enchanting ethnic atmosphere as a supplementary • Two styles fit into one song seamlessly Monstercat has been on multiple streaks this year, and “Gumraah” is another fiery release from Dirtyphonics and More Plastic. Moreover, the main highlights can be heard on the drums and the ethnic atmosphere that
• Underground energy with a playful edge • Bass House groove that keeps evolving • Vocals still carrying the whole ride Like a blessing from the sky, Fox Stevenson finally dropped the VIP version of “Tryhard”, originally released a few months ago on his album SUNK COST FALLACY, and honestly, I could not be happier.
• The original “Pleasure Model” was dark, uncanny, unforgettable • 150 BPM techno tones it down with hypnotic restraint • 172 BPM DnB tears it apart with snarling aggression The original “Pleasure Model” from 2017 is one of those tracks you never forget. A collab between Noisia and Former that felt more like an atmosphere
• Funky base with a tech house twist • Vocal loop drills right into your head • 50-50 collab that actually works I’m very very happy about “The Devil Works Hard” for two main reasons. First, it puts Tseba in the spotlight. This guy has a signature funky house style that really deserves more attention,
• Psy bass, classic Trance, dark Techno buildup • Dreamy atmosphere but still hits hard • Kinda eerie, kinda beautiful Spectral Trance, anyone? This new one from nilsix, aka Ørjan Nilsen + Mark Sixma showed up on Dreamstate and immediately caught my ear. “Ghost in the Machine” has that exact balance of weight and weirdness
• Sweet clash of textures • The sax is telling a story • Surprising percussions I genuinely liked this release from Canadian producer Finn Forte, part of his debut album “Loss”. “One Moment” is the first single, and it feels already like a very personal chapter in his journey. If this is just the start,
• Focus on the melody, non on the kick • Good fit for workout playlists • Balance between old-school and new trends STISEMA‘s latest track is taking over my gym playlist in a big way. Titled “Energy“, it’s a killer release from the Norwegian DJ, together with The Rocketman, released via Maddix’s Extatic label. Our
• Touching and motivational message • Soaring melodies paired with driving basslines • Electrifying drop that feels like breaking through “We’ll make it through the storm.” That’s the heart of AFTERUS’s latest Trance release, “Through The Storm”. It’s the kind of track that sticks with you, the kind that turns a rough day into something
• Andrew Rayel’s first release on Dreamstate Records • Euphoric, melodic Trance with a powerful, energetic vibe • Perfect track for Trance festivals like Dreamstate Finally, I’m reviewing Andrew Rayel again! His new track, “The Prophet”, released under Dreamstate Records, really struck a chord with me with its energetic tone and deep basslines. This marks
• A fresh take on a 2004 Eurodance track • Squeenzie‘s vocals are warm yet vivid • The drop fuses aggressive Techno with Hardstyle vibes This Hypertechno cover starts off strong, choosing the underrated 2004 Eurodance track “Lonely” by Deep.Spirit. While I wish I could dig up more about the original artist (there’s not much
• A fresh take on Melodic Hardstyle • Exceptional vocal placement • Transition between calm build-up and explosive energy Classy Euphoric Hardstyle alert! I stumbled upon “Higher Tonight” by Arhard featuring Jetason vocals, and let me tell you, this track demands attention. Released via Interplay, it’s a solid piece that immediately grabbed me with its
• Avicii-ish Future House • The evolving melodic structure adds depth • Bassline could be punchier Today, I want to introduce you to a small project that really caught my attention with its lighthearted style and innocent sound design. Uggly Bob, a new producer from Spain, has started his journey with a few independent releases,
• Infectious Latin rhythms • High-energy bassline fusion • Perfect summer party anthem R3HAB and Deorro are back at it! Ten years after “Flashlight,” they’ve reunited for “Gózalo.” The result? Pure fire. This track blends Latin vibes with EDM energy. Deorro brings his Mexican-American flair, laying down Latin rhythms that form the song’s core. It’s
• Excellent use of vocals • Hard-hitting kick • The whole structure sounds so adrenalinic “DANCE” suddenly got my attention with its explosive attitude. I rarely appreciate high-pitched vocals, which can easily become annoying. But especially in the new hyperpop wave, they are becoming very effective. Today’s track, “DANCE”, makes great use of this feature.
• Initial section is simple and minimal • Lovely vocal performance • Calm and introspective Released on Selected., “Secrets” is a Deep House banger produced by Welsh creator Tudor. The artist already has a solid career! Hundreds of millions of streams, collaborations with Diplo, Cedric Gervais, Hayden James, and more. Now a staple name on
• The whistle is the king of the track • Blended with Revealed’s essence • Frenetic and energetic as usual If you listen to the drop of “Remedy,” it’s quite funny at first. It’s a whistle, like the one lifeguards use. Then, if you give the track a few seconds, the bassline kicks in, adding
• Two intriguing takes on both breakdowns • Splendid vocal execution • Experimental approach, much appreciated Hyperpop in NCS! I’m not surprised as this new trend fits the usual NCS sound, and there are plenty of talented artists to pick from. Today, we have Ghostnaps, a talented producer from Boston with some interesting releases in
• The vocal is overwhelming • Something’s missing in the drop • Solid structure, loved the second breakdown It’s great to see Wiwek back on Rave Culture. As one of the most intriguing figures in the EDM scene, Wiwek initially gained fame with Jungle Terror, a genre he pioneered. In recent years, he’s shifted towards
• Modern lead, veering towards Piano House • Powerful vocal performance • Captivating melody with a Progressive twist I’m thrilled to discuss this pop piece on Revealed Radar, a label that, ironically, had slipped off my personal radar. Their focus on releasing hundreds of songs didn’t help, and I lost track of their catalog. They
• Solid signature sound in the drop • Great vocal performance for this kind of piece • The breakdown is Avicii-influenced It’s been a long time since I’ve reviewed something from Syn Cole, the Estonian veteran who began his career on LE7ELS. Since then, he’s been on a long journey with millions of streams and
