Mix Compilation Review: 'In Search of Sunrise 21' by Markus Schulz (All Mixes)

 

    In the world of electronic dance music lies a legacy mix compilation that was spawned by DJ Tiesto (A.K.A. Tiesto) 21  years ago. 'In Search of Sunrise' has been revered for encompassing the sounds of trance, progressive and more recently techno as a mix to keep the journey of DJing alive. Markus Schulz has been at the helm along with other well known artists in the scene for many years, but what makes the latest 21st edition so special is all THREE mixes have been compilated by Markus alone. 

 Mix 1: The Awakening: A trance mix with Balearic and progressive vibes for those who have experienced the sounds of Ibiza or similar. 

    Track Listing: 

1. "Before the Light Knew Us" by Markus Schulz (Dakota)

2. "Classrooms" by Gai Barone

3. "Light Magic" by PROFF

4. "Everything Changes, Yet Nothing Moves (Interlude)" by Aeridan

5. "Mountainside (Hicky & Kalo Remix) by Huminal, Hicky & Kalo

6. "Florida" by Khen

7. "Feeling (Korolova Remix)" by Woo York, Mark Tarmonea, Korlova

8. "Rise (Jerome's Discotheque Mix)" by Jerome Isma-Ae

9."London to Buenos Aires" by Paul Oakenfold, Hernan Cattaneo

10. "Spirals" by Trilucid

11."Midnight" by Deep Dish, Eynka, WRABEL

12. "ID1" by Cosmic Gate

13. "Faultline" by Markus Schulz (Dakota)

14. "Astra Sasha 'Daydream' Mix" by Sasha, Super Flu

15. "E.T. Dust" by Estiva

16. "When the Sky Paused (Interlude)" by Noctello

17. "Into Gold (Kitty Amor Remix) by London Grammar, Kitty Amor

18. "Beyond Us" by Mees Salomé

Find on your preferred music streaming platform or Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/album/2v9twJSsXKt9zu5isZNWIc?si=R-fi9G2KQqmhY3dj1frmIw

Mix 2: Nirvana: A darker infused techno mix with elements of melodic techno (which is also debated as trance) to enhance your journey into the after hours. 

    Track Listing:

1. "Velvet Cabaret" by Noctello

2. "Stockholm Syndrome" by Hellmuth

3. "Regenerator" by Eelke Kleijn

4. "Stay Awhile (Fideles Remix)" by Röyksopp, Susanne Sundfør, Fideles

5. "Fullfillment" by Ferry Corsten, Marsh

6. "Apex" by Cristoph, Volaris

7. "Glow" by Rebūke

8. "Butterflies (Michael Cassette Remix) by nümind, Michael Cassette

9. "Luminous (In Search Of Sunrise Mix) by Kyau & Albert

10. "Netherworld (BLR X Hel:sløwed Remix) by Oliver Lieb, L.S.G., BLR, Hel:sløwed

11. "The Unseen Path" by Mike Efex

12. "Ten Seconds Before Sunrise" by Markus Schulz, BLR

13. "Heliopause 2025" by Robert Nickson, RAHB

14. "Enter The Portal" by Markus Schulz

15. "Echoes of the Future (Markus Schulz In Search of Sunrise Rework)" by Davey Asprey, kaimira, Poly Powder, Markus Schulz

16. "Elarion" by Shadow Assembly

17. "Amber Horizon (In Search Of Sunrise Mix) by Daxson

18. "What Remains of Us" by Markus Schulz

Find on your preferred music streaming platform or Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/album/4xekvaKrRSbY9OMW7A1ekv?si=kg2EIEJySTCWL83TawzjDg

Mix 3: Nocturnal: An infusion of trance and techno that ensnares you in a euphoric upbeat vibe as a finale. 

    Track Listing:

1. "Only the Dark Know" by Markus Schulz (Dakota)

2. "Yeah" by Weska

3. "What the Night Gave Me" by Markus Schulz (Dakota)

4. "No Escape" by Ango Tamarin

5. "Photosynthesis" by Ioannis Kaeme

6. "Ultrarave" by Dosem

7. "Magic" by Monococ, Dianthe

8. "Have You Turned Off the Oven" by Kaufmann (DE)

9. "Addiction" by Max Styler, Oscar L

10. "She's A Freak (In Search of Sunrise Rework) by Pavlo Vicci, Markus Schulz

11. "No Way Back" by Markus Schulz

12. "Astrobiotic (In Search of Sunrise Rework) by STANDERWICK, Markus Schulz

13. "North Pole (BLR Remix)" by Nic Vegter, Raz Nitzan, Solid Globe, BLR

14. "Monolith" by Markus Schulz, Frankyeffe

15. "Nine Lives" by Robert Nickson

16. "Flaming June (PARAFRAME'S Flaming June in F Minor) by BT, PARAFRAME

17. "Final Transmission for Now" by Aeridan

Find on your preferred music streaming platform or Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/album/1MfE9mq5pqUMMOECO7sZiU?si=iX3982-MS4KSxzU5R6J_XA

    In review, all three mixes are so well done with carefully curated tracks to set the tone of each mix as well as to encompass the entire 'In Search of Sunrise 21' ambiance. Please add each mix to your collection and enjoy each in its entirety. It's HIGHLY encouraged to buy your own physical copy for your collection. Please order yours here: https://magikmuzik.shop/products/markus-schulz-in-search-of-sunrise-21

  

"In Search of Sunrise" by Tiesto at EDC Las Vegas 2025

 

The annual Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) in Las Vegas for 2025 just happened this past weekend, and the entire Electronic Dance Music community is deeply in discussion over the set that many thought may never happen.  For more context or a short history lesson for those who may be unaware, Tiesto began his career as DJ Tiesto spearheading the beloved Trance genre that for a majority of community, began it all. Tiesto created the compilation series "In Search of Sunrise" to showcase the sounds and the journey you can go on while the music plays. 

When Tiesto decided to experiment and pursue what many call "EDM" now in an effort to build a commercialized industry where DJs and Producers can become extremely wealthy, Trance became a genre that has always been put under a microscope.  The popularity of other genres within Electronic Dance Music such as House, Techno, Bass, Dubstep, and others have become synonymous with EDM to those who find themselves fans of other music. In fact, the term "trance" deemed itself unpopular in recent years causing many DJs, Producers, and fans to evolve within the industry to stay relevant. 

When an "In Search of Sunrise" set at Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) was announced, this author truly hoped it would live up to expectations. The constant debate and demand for Tiesto to return to "his roots" has been on going for 30 years. As evident by the discussions throughout social media, brilliant other posts, and this publication itself, we can agree that this set exceeded expectations! We can also attest that whomever suggested this set is a genius due to the "buzz" it has created within the Electronic Dance Music community worldwide.

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