Album Review: 'Live At The Hollywood Bowl' by Above & Beyond (Acoustic)

For those who may not be familiar with Above & Beyond by now, should realize that not only are they known for their trance infused dance music, but their musicianship.  Above & Beyond have visited their acoustic roots before, but allowing fans to either live it or re-live it through audio/video recordings as well as a documentary once again shows their love for their fan base (Anjunafamily).

'Live At The Hollywood Bowl' strips away any uncertainty you may have about their craft. From the orchestra and band to the beautiful singers featured, every song has been brilliantly re-imagined. Whether or not you consider yourself a fan, you should appreciate everything represented by this tour and stop at the Hollywood Bowl. This blog can't recommend this enough!   Make sure you stream and/or buy every facet of this new release!

Track Review: "Expanse" by MBX (The Remixes)

If you are paying close attention to this blog, you will remember the review of "Expanse" by MBX. However, the blog is eager to review the remixes the team at OHM Music have compiled. Overall, the label has been successful fusing progressive sounds with pure trance sounds. Regardless of your taste, the quality of tracks really have been at the highest level. 

Whether you are a fan of remixes or not, you have to admit that a new take on a track can be refreshing. Lee Fraser, Roman Hope, Cyril Ryaz, and PSHKR have all done a brilliant job adding their flare while keeping with the original track. Make sure you support the entire team by picking up your copy at Beatport on April 27th!

Track Review: "Sparks Fly" by Euphoric Nation & David Thulin Feat. Marisha Mae (The Remixes)

Feel free to search through previous posts on this blog highlighting the power of a remix. In the world of dance music, more specifically, trance music, remixes give a new and delightful take a on a track that the original influenced. In the previous review of "Sparks Fly", much was highlighted in the powerful vocals by Marisha Mae and the collaboration by Euphoric Nation & David Thulin.

The return of "Sparks Fly" in remixes produced by Danilo Ercole, Spark & Shade, & Jackson Snapp not only highlight the original track, but have created new ways to enjoy this track. The team at OHM Music are on target with the quality trance produced. Please support these remixes on Beatport May 4th!

Album Review: 'Golden' by Kylie Minogue

Back in the year 2001, there was this little, well actually, popular song "Can't Get You Out Of My Head" by Kylie Minogue.  The song along with the album 'Live From Sydney' went on to not only get critical acclaim, but acclaim from the masses. The mix of Kylie's vocals with a more electronic back drop in the song appealed to a wider audience. The rise of electronic music in the United States began to take shape, and was no longer "underground" or "just popular in the U.K./Europe".

Fast forward to present day 2018, where Ms. Minogue releases 'Golden'.  If you fall into the streaming side of music these days, make sure to listen to the entire album from the beginning to the end. Every song on this album is fantastic! Ms. Minogue's vocals are brilliantly fused with the many different musical genre influences in every song. The track listing on the album paints a beautiful picture as you realize the quality of writing for every song. Highly recommend you support Kylie by supporting this album currently out now!

Track Listing:

1. Dancing
2. Stop Me From Falling
3. Golden
4. A Lifetime to Repair
5. Sincerely Yours
6. One Last Kiss
7. Live a Little
8. Shelby '68
9. Radio On
10. Love
11. Raining Glitter
12. Music's Too Sad Without You (featuring Jack Savoretti)
13. Lost Without You
14. Every Little Part of Me
15. Rollin'
16. Low Blow

Song Review: "The Fall" by LUCIDS

Another song in the musical world of Indie Rock has reached the blog. A delightful band named LUCIDS from Grangemouth, Scotland has been added to the roster at Sound-Hub.  Along with a many others that have been featured on this blog, LUCIDS incorporate an authentic sound.

"The Fall" carries great vibes for the sound that seems to be coming from the U.K. and surrounding areas. It is a great all around song from the lyrics and vocals to the musicianship. This song grasps emotions as you listen, which is exactly what music is supposed to do. Please support this band by pre-ordering this track now. Official release is slated for May 5th!

Song Review: "Won't Last a Minute" by Jump Stone

It is time to return to our support of Indie Rock and Indie Bands on the blog. The importance as well as the prominence of Independent Labels finding great talent has changed the music industry as a whole. The trio of Jump Stone hails out of the U.K., and adds to the talented roster on Sound-Hub Records. 

"Won't Last a Minute" is an uptempo rock song with a great production. The trio has infused enticing vocals with a guitar feature, and a great drum feature. It is clear that this trio is passionate enough to hone their craft in music. Their sound meshes well with other artists on this label. This blog looks forward to following their career. Please pick up and/or stream your copy of "Won't Last a Minute" when it is released April 28th!

Track Review: "Safe from Harm" by Markus Schulz & Emma Hewitt

The past couple of years have seen Markus Schulz release both 'Watch the World' & 'The Nine Skies' as well as a 'Watch the World' Deluxe version. However, as most in the trance scene are aware, producers never stop producing new tracks. Some of these tracks get official releases or become additions to to their DJ sets around the world. Emma Hewitt has had her beautiful voice featured on many collaborations in the trance scene for years. Ms. Hewitt's collaborations with Cosmic Gate, Ferry Corsten, Gareth Emery, and many more have been very well received by trance fans throughout the world.

With recent focus on with many sub-genres of trance, we can not forget or overlook the beauty of vocal trance. After all, music is subjective, and evokes different emotions for different people. A collaboration from Emma and Markus has been a long time coming. "Safe from Harm" begins with a solid beat sequence, followed by layered melodies, then Emma's vocals seal the deal. The track is everything you should want in a vocal trance track.  Do not just take our words for it, stream it here now!