Band Highlight: Monza Express

Band Biography

Monza Express are a five-piece guitar band from Aberdeen, Scotland. Drawing influences from a variety of sources depending on which member you speak to. 

Formed in late 2017, the band consists of Fraser Bateman (lead vocals & rhythm guitar), Greg Burgess (Bass), Kris Fraser (Keys) Shaun Reid (Lead Guitar) and David ‘Deco’ Smith (drums). All members being “the wrong side of 30” are no strangers to live music having played in various bands in Aberdeen over the years. A self promoted debut gig in October saw local bar the Cellar packed with an expectant crowd who were not left disappointed.

The band are looking to make more of a mark on the Aberdeen music scene in 2019 and hope the single provides a good starting platform.

Social Media pages

https://www.facebook.com/monzaexpressmusic/

https://twitter.com/monzaexpress

https://www.instagram.com/monza.express.music/

https://soundcloud.com/user-986392540/sets/sunshine-single

Please support this band and their debut single by the links provided above! 

Album Review: 'NEVERLOST' by Kyau & Albert

The last time an album by Kyau & Albert were reviewed on this blog was July 20, 2017 celebrating the release of 'Matching Stories'. If you missed that review, it is suggested you click that link and take a listen or two to that album.  As mentioned there, Ralph Kyau & Steven Albert have been creating well respected dance music for over 20 years. Their signature sound mixed with timeless beats, and in some cases familiar vocals continue to entice trance music fans all over the world.

As evident throughout their previous albums and released tracks, 'NEVERLOST' is sure to please even the novice of fans. However, if you tend to enjoy high octane trance meaning higher BPM (beats per minute), then you might find their repertoire too mellow. Nonetheless, their peers such as Armin Van Buuren, Ruben de Ronde, and Markus Schulz have proven either through collaborations or highlighting them on their popular radio shows/podcasts, that they deserve your respect.

In recent months, a few tracks have been leaked by way of those radio shows/podcasts or in their guest mixes or sets on tour. It is nice to finally be able to enjoy this album in its entirety through the modern day music consumption. As this is their 6th studio album, where will this album rank on your Kyau & Albert list?

ALBUM TRACKLIST:

01 I FEEL LOVE

02 UNDER YOU SPELL

03 REVERIE / with Steve Brian

04 RESTLESS

05 MAKE IT HOME TONIGHT / feat. Jeza

06 ANYTHING GOES

07 BULLETPROOF / with Hello Machines

08 TUBE HEARTS

09 NEON SONNENSCHEIN

10 THE NIGHT SKY (THE ULTIMATE MIX)

11 DON'T NEED A LESSON

12 AIRY

13 SILVER LINING

Please support the album: 

> All digital platforms: www.EUPHONIC.LNK.TO/EUPH274

> CD (each signed by Kyau & Albert): www.SHOP.EUPHONIC.DE

Track Review: "Jaiya" by Josh Bailey

For those who are new to this blog, please take the mission statement to heart.  There has been so many great tracks released on OHM Music this year as evident by the abundance of posts here.  Josh Bailey has been featured on this blog before, and it is suggested you take a look at those reviews as well. "Jaiya" offers a dose of melodic layers intertwined in great beats sure to make even the novice fan of trance music become a true trance music fan. Progressive trance is alive and well, and should be respected.  Please support the release of this track on December 14th, and also make sure to check out the latest release on OHM Deep State!

E.P. Review: 'Global Citizen - E.P. 1' by Los Unidades

A few weeks ago, a new documentary was screened in theaters throughout the world for one day only called 'A Head Full of Dreams'  (which can be streamed on Amazon Prime Video) that chronicled the story of famed band Coldplay.  Friend and filmmaker best known for his Oasis documentary years earlier, Mat Whitecross did a great job creating a narrative of the rise of a brotherhood. How does this relate to this E.P.? Well, Los Unidades is new side project/name for Coldplay. If you are unaware, Global Citizen and their mission is just one cause that is dear to Chris Martin and Coldplay's heart. Global Citizen's mission to end world poverty is noble, but with efforts by many in entertainment and US, the world's citizens, it may be achieved sooner rather than later.

To coincide with this past weekend's Global Citizen Festival in South Africa, 'Global Citizen - E.P. 1" featuring vocals by Chris Martin, quotes from Nelson Mandela,  and collaborations with Stargate, Pharrell Williams, Jozzy, Stormzy & Jess Kent, Tiwa Savage, Wizkid, Danny Ocean & David Guetta has now been released.  Combining different musical backgrounds not only created 4 great songs, but created a great narrative for the state of the world right now. Please buy/or stream this E.P., and please become a Global Citizen!

Album Review: 'Evolve' by Ronski Speed

Chances are as a reader and follower of this blog, you are aware electronic music is highly respected. Many posts have been highlighting the brilliance of trance as more tracks and artists dig deep to travel on a cerebral journey of life.  If you are a person that enjoys traditional classical music, think of trance as the "classical" of the electronic music world.

Just as life evolves, so does music. Thus, this brings us to the latest album by Ronski Speed called 'Evolve'.  Research shows that after previous albums 'Pure Devotion' and 'Second World', Ronski did not cut any corners in production of this album. This album should be listened to in its entirety upon first listen. Each track grasps on to elements of progressive trance, euphoric trance, and vocal trance. However, elements of cousin progressive house are mixed quite well. It is important to point out the collaborations with Alan Morris, Ciaran McAuley, Amir Hussain, and Syntrobic.

For the traditional trance fan, this album reads like your favorite book. For those new to trance, you will NOT be overwhelmed, and will gain a glimpse into the talent by Ronski Speed as well as the brilliance of this album. Let's 'Evolve' together on this journey. Please support this album here: http://ron77719.wixsite.com/ronskispeed/buy-evolve

Track List:

01 Ronski Speed - Room 346
02 Ronski Speed + Ciaran McAuley - Corellia
03 Ronski Speed + Alan Morris - Night Time
04 Ronski Speed - Sea U
05 Ronski Speed + Aruna - All The Way (Alan Morris Radio Edit)
06 Ronski Speed + Syntrobic - Only Light
07 Ronski Speed + Abrupt Gear - Accepted (Evolve Album Version)
08 Ronski Speed + Lucy Saunders - Calm Before The Storm
09 Ronski Speed - Blackfyre (Evolve Album Version)
10 Ronski Speed - Opal
11 Ronski Speed + Kate Miles - Till The end Of Time
12 Ronski Speed + Jennifer Rene - Into The Sky
13 Ronski Speed + Syntrobic + Renee Stahl - Rituals (Evolve Album Version)
14 Ronski Speed - Tyrion (Long Days) (featuring Gracie Ho)
15 Ronski Speed - Anybunny (Brian)
16 Ronski Speed - Chvck
17 Ronski Speed + Abrupt Gear - Leran
18 Ronski Speed - Maelstrom
19 Ronski Speed - Sette Stelle
20 Ronski Speed + Syntrobic + Amir Hussain - Arise

http://www.ronskispeed.com/

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ronski-Speed/84309867114

http://twitter.com/#!/ronskispeed

http://www.youtube.com/ronskispeed1

Track Review: "Who I Am" by OMAIR & Jackson Snapp feat. Avari

You can not fault this blog for its consistency.  Instead of fighting the inevitable, it truly is a must to keep highlighting trance music. Thus, this blog finds itself revisiting the team at OHM Music once again. As a part of the A/S/L EP, you see OMAIR teaming up with Jackson Snapp and Avari for the track "Who I Am". 

If you have been following and actually supporting the tracks from this label already, you will find that "Who I Am" follows the progressive trance vibes while added the element of great vocals to the mix. While simplistic in nature, it captures an essence of trance that the scene may lose sight of as more people fall in love with the genre.  Make sure you support their effort by buying and/or streaming this track!

Artist Highlight: Null 'N' Void

The fear of sounding like a broken record (pun intended) about finding and highlighting musical talent lead to the inspiration of this post. As you may or may not know, the goal of this blog is to highlight music in a new and interesting way.  The universal language of music connects the human race, and those with talent deserve the attention. Null 'N' Void has been featured on this blog before, but with the release of their new single, the time came to make sure you support these guys.

As you may have figured out, Null 'N' Void is a 3 piece band specializing in Alternative/Grunge Rock.  They hail from Newcastle, UK. The latest single features a heavy bass line that immediately attracts you to the song, the subsequent vocals, drums, and guitar riffs round out the entire sound. It is highly recommended you support them by supporting the release of their debut single!

For more information: https://www.facebook.com/NullNVoid18/