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Wikipedia describes Trance, as a collection of melodic loops mixed with a progression of soft & fast beats. However, ask a trance fan from anywhere around the world and Im sure they will agree with us when we say that there is way more to it that just the beat or the melody.

Each one of us has a different perception of this six letter word, but perhaps the essence of every description will remain uniform. The most unique thing about trance that separates it from other genres is the fact that despite each track being starkly different from each other, it still manages to connect us all and take us to that utopian place we all look forward to being at. Words like Journey, Blissful and Uplifting have been so commonly associated with the genre, its almost become synonymous to what trance stands for.

In the universe of electronic music, trance has always been a genre that has been associated with spirituality. Several mortals like us have always found comfort in it. However, as unfortunate as it may seem, people these days have been ridiculing the genre and its artists. In fact, they have even gone a step ahead and deemed it as a dying art.

Probably, they have never experienced moments where the mid-climax of a trance song has covered their entire body with goose bumps, or had their feet tremble while listening to the haunting yet beautiful vocals or the feel a surge of emotions which makes you want to cry and smile at the same time.

Well, to all of them out there, all we can do is sympathise with them, because honestly, no matter how much you try, these feelings cannot be bought. It can only be experienced. Moving further, since we are anyhow discussing the genre, we also will shed some light on the two major aspects that form the crux of the scene, the artists & the trance community or the fans.

Going back to old school analogies, trance has been blessed to have artists that have always looked to build and improve the genre. They are the Knights templar, the humans who have always done everything to protect the Holy Grail which bears the origins of the genre. If artists are the gladiators in the field of music, the trance community is the loudest community in the Colosseum, always motivating and cheering its heroes.

Each artist in this field has managed to incorporate different elements and modify the sounds to not only create musical masterpieces to please their fans, but to also broaden the horizons of the genre and to provide a multi-faceted music experience.

Trance fans are probably the warmest people on earth. No wonder group hugs amongst random people who may be absolute strangers are one of the most common sightings during trance gatherings. These songs have the ability to bring people together as ONE. Most of all, its only this genre that we have the concept of a trance family. The reason why we fell in love with the genre is not solely because of the music, but also the all round experience and the community. The feeling of walking through the doors of an event and letting loose is one of the most euphoric feelings we have ever experienced. Its not about the drop or the 1, 2, 3 jump clich chant. Its more about actually connecting with the music on a spiritual level which is absolutely surreal.

Also, no one is embarrassed or ashamed to show their feelings. In fact, the genre encourages you to look into the depths of your soul. That is the reason you see people crying at these events. They are surrounded by people who hold them and hug them and share the emotion with them. The genre bonds people together. People have walked in here and have ended up finding their soul mates. In fact, the both us writing this piece, also met because of trance. So many of us have friends from all across the globe mainly because of the genre. This is the beauty of trance.

What is even more beautiful to watch is the fierce loyalty of the fans. They swear by the genre. Most of all, the artists also do understand the responsibility that comes with their positions. They are extremely approachable and they understand the gravity of their impact on the lives of the people listening to their music.

Maybe Trance is not on the main stage anymore, but we feel that it doesnt affect the way the ones true to community think. As long as all of us are able to sway our hands in the air & feel each beat, feel each moment and sometimes even cry randomly, we are fine even if we get a small space to listen & dance to the sounds of the genre we love. Because, when we fell in love with the genre, it was not because it was popular or because it was commercial. We fell in love with the sounds, and it is the only thing that will matter.

This article was written by Gaurav Purohit and Shivani Murthy

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It is the highlight of every Global DJ Broadcast summer, as Markus Schulz harnesses the emotions and memories that are entailed in the annual Sunrise Set. This is a very special mix dedicated to you and all the listeners, featuring some of the most beautiful melodies that have graced the shores of Miami, Ibiza, Bali and beyond, whether we watch the sunrise alone, with family, with friends or with loved ones.

We hope that this is something you will cherish and keep in your collection for many years to come. Enjoy the journey and immerse yourself in the theater of the mind. The ninth edition of the GDJBSunrise Set is here.

You are welcome to leave your thoughts in the comments.

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Markus Schulz 01. Ludovico Einaudi I Giomi 02. Foxhill Supermassive 03. Roald Velden & Zeni Dreaming of You 04. Dylhen Drift 05. Chicane Halcyon (Robert Nickson presents RNX Remix) 06. Hans Zimmer S.T.A.Y. (Madis Remix) 07. Arkham Knights Knightfall (Chillout Mix) 08. Arabella Nabucco (M.I.D.O.R. Remix) 09. Genesis Supernova 10. Temple One presents Tu Casa Escape 11. Sander Kleinenberg My Lexicon 12. Sun in Arms Stay Near 13. Ferry Corsten Eternity 14. Bedrock Beautiful Strange (Ambient Mix) 15. Markus Schulz presents Dakota In Search of Something Better (Chillout Mix) 16. Orkidea Higher State 17. Pryda Lillo 18. 4 Strings Wondering 19. Hazem Beltagui You Before Me 20. Dreas presents Havannah Havannah 21. Deva Premal Om Ram Ramaya (Markus Schulz Sunrise Reconstruction) 22. Bakke & Joni Bali 23. Anden Kerry (Monoverse Remix) 24. The Thrillseekers In These Arms (The Thrillseekers presents Hydra Remix) 25. DJ Observer & Daniel Heatcliff featuring Madeleine Rison Vision (Lentos Dub) 26. Vangelis Rachels Song (Andy Moor Remix) 27. Dennis Sheperd Reconnected 28. Markus Schulz Luce Prima 29. Pink Floyd Shine on You Crazy Diamond (Markus Schulz Sunrise Reconstruction) 30. London Grammar Truth is a Beautiful Thing (Markus Schulz Sunrise Reconstruction)

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Armin Van Buuren was filmed crying tears of joy during his latest DJ set, at the Untold Festival in Romania over the weekend.

The Dutch trance legend was scheduled to play a three hour slot from 3am - 6am at the event's main stage, but ended up playing well beyond sunrise to 8am.

Van Buuren became emotionalseveral timeswhen addressing the crowd at the Cluj-Napoca festival via a microphone, but openly wept midway through the fifth hour of his performance. Tears streamed down his face as he played Jorn van Deynhoven's remix of 'Ramsterdam' by Ram, despite his attempts to wipe them away.

Video of the moment was published online and shows many revellers in the crowd also crying with happiness.

Van Buuren is hugely popular within the trance genre, with his A State of Trance show broadcast to a reported 37 million listeners each week.

His full Untold set can be viewed below.

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Armin Van Buuren is known well for his power packed performances. Versatile as he is, the trance king can appeal to a vast mainstage crowd which may not be all about trance, but he can also win the hearts of the trance family with his classic sets.

His set at the A State of Trance stage at Tomorrowland saw pure classics. And now again, at Untold Festival he had the opportunity to play a set with the sounds close to his heart. Just like his fans who were overwhelmed with emotions, he was moved to tears because of the music and the response of his fans. They say trance is all about emotions. We saw true emotion right here.

Infact, he even pulled off an all-nighter. Armin was supposed to play a three hour closing set at the festival. But three hours just werent adequate enough and he went ahead and extended it for two more hours!

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A brand-new, family-friendly music festival is coming to Oldham town centre and best of all, its free.

#OldhamLIVE will take place on Saturday, September 9, under the Parliament Square owls with a line-up that includes a headline set from The Farm, best known for their 1990s baggy anthem Altogether No.

The festival has been set up by Oldham Council and independent radio station Revolution 96.2, and promises to be a great day out for the whole family.

Gemma Hunt, popularly known as Gem from the CBeebies hit show Swashbuckle, will kick things off at noon, headlining a pirate-themed, daytime line-up full of magic shows, puppet performances and Prince and Princess singalongs.

Live music gets underway at 6pm with Stooshe, Kelly Lorenna from N-Trance, a Clint Boon DJ set and Nathan Moore from Brother Beyond also joining The Farm on the bill.

Oldham Council Leader, Jean Stretton, said she was very excited to begin counting down until the big day.

This festival will plug a gap in Oldhams entertainment offer and its great news for residents, families, music lovers, visitors and town centre traders," she said.

Weve got some brilliant local live music venues and events but the new Parliament Square gives us the chance to deliver something extra.

This is a festival with a line-up of established acts and entertainment where families can have fun and enjoy some of the best-selling artists of recent years and all for free.

Were working with Revolution 96.2 doing our bit to promote Oldham and to give families a top day out.

Your bit is to simply come along, enjoy yourselves, spread the word and help to give our local economy a real boost on the day.

Managing Director at Revolution 96.2 Matt Ramsbottom also had positive things to say about the upcoming event.

He said: This is brilliant news for Oldham a real first for the town centre and were excited to be making this happen.

Theres going to be something on offer for everyone at #OldhamLIVE.

The pirate-themed kids show is bound to be a real hit and great fun, and weve tried hard with the music line-up to suit all kinds of tastes.

There are acts on the bill for the nostalgic from the 80s, 90s, Noughties and now.

DJs Elliot Eastwick and Dave Sweetmore from the radio station will lead the Parliament Square crowds through the event.

Local businesses are encouraged to capitalise on the festival and promote special offers for the day using the #OldhamLIVE hashtag on social media.

#OldhamLIVE falls on the final day of the Your Oldham Festival which aims to celebrate the great co-operative activities happening across the borough.

From 10am to 2pm on the same day families can enjoy the Your Future event at Oldham Library.

From creating futuristic pieces of artwork at one of the craft sessions, to duelling with Darth Vader or dancing with royal guests, there should be something for everyone.

To book tickets and guarantee your place for some Galactic Knight Training or a Princess Singalong with your favourite Ice Queen, visit http://www.youroldham.coop.

Full event timings and information on other arrangements for #OldhamLIVE will be released in the run-up to September 9.

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Come #LiveTheTribe as EVC 2017 brings to India for the very first time the Netherlands based Trance Community, Electronic Family!

The 5th edition of the highly anticipated multi genre music festival, Enchanted Valley Carnival this year announces a trance based- Electronic Family Stage to be a part of the unique festival. Held at the awe-inspiring Aamby Valley City in Lonavala on 16th and 17th December, EVC 2017 has introduced the leading trance giant that is one of the biggest trance genre communities in the world.

The Netherlands based community- Electronic Family created by likeminded individuals share a passion for trance music and curate global events. From its launch in 2011, the Family has expanded exponentially across countries bringing together true fans of Trance. World renowned artists like Andrew Rayel, Aly & Fila, Cosmic Gate, Gareth Emery have performed at Electronic Festival in the past. With the first ever Electronic Family stage at EVC 2017, the picturesque Airstrip shall transform into a larger than ever visual display with the biggest international and national artists packed in the two-day weekend!

Sharing about The Electronic Family stage at EVC, ALDA Events commented, ALDA Events is proud to bring Electronic Family to India. Together with EVC, were looking forward to a long-term partnership to highlight trance music in India.

Commenting on the addition to EVC 2017, Devraj Sanyal, MD & CEO, Universal Music Group India and South Asia said, Im proud to announce the Electronic Family stage at EVC 2017. EVC is the largest multi genre festival in the region and with the addition of such a massive global trance stage, were taking the programming to the next level in our 5th edition. Were super stoked to be working with one of the finest brands in the trance music space.

Shoven Shah, Founder, EVC & Director Twisted Entertainment said, Ever since the inception of EVC, Trance music has always been an integral part of the festival. Im ecstatic that Electronic Family is making their debut in India with EVC & we cant wait to reveal the lineup!

Well, we are super excited for this one! We finally see a massive trance festival stage heading down to India! To all the trance fans out there, make your plans, pack your bags and be prepared to#LiveTheTribe

You can check out their website here:http://www.evc.co.in/

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The first thing that probably comes to your head when see Laidback Luke and DJ mag together on a Trancehub post, youll must be thinking that we too must have switched around. No, we will never leave trance no matter what happens. But this post is one that needed to be shared with the world. Though Laidback Luke says it, it is very relevant to the current scenario today and he gives us a few points that will actually leave us wondering if we vote right?

What he says is actually true. The poll is for the Top 100 DJs, not for the best producer or the most commercial or whatever it may be tagged as. Then why do we vote for people without considering these aspects? In the end, the ones who actually deserve to be there never make it on the list.

This is worth watching. Please do have a look and then vote!

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DJs from across the world will be playing at A Darker Waves inaugural event at Club 43 in Northampton this month.

For the last two and a half years, A Darker Wave has been broadcasting a radio show based out of Daventry and streaming on Radio Flintshire, a community radio station in North Wales.

Each week, it plays the best in underground techno, tech house and deep house as well as promoting up and coming DJs and producers.

Next Saturday, Thailands Redshifter will be headlining, playing a two hour live techno DJ set.

He will be joined by rising techno DJ MonoPhaze from Italy, Frederique Rijsdijk from Holland and Shaman and Mas from the UK.

A Darker Wave DJs jacki-e and p-mac will also be playing.

Speaking about the event, the pair said: Its a free party because we want as many people as possible to come and enjoy themselves with us.

It gives everyone a chance to come down to Club 43 to see what we are about.

The headliner Redshifter from Bangkok in Thailand, co-owner of the MCHNWRKS record label.

He'll be playing his live set and it's something that's really special.

He's in the UK for a short time so we are very fortunate to have been able to get him for our first party.

There is so much new, good music being made by this new wave of DJs and producers that it deserves an outlet.

It's for people who love music and who want to dance to music that is emotional, that makes you think, that engages your intellect as well as your feet. It is deep, dark, rhythmic and emotional.

As well as their regular radio show, The Darker Wave duo have played at clubs across the UK and Germany.

Speaking about the origins of their name, the do added: Dark Wave was first used in the 1980s to describe a dark and melancholy variant of new wave and post-punk music and was first applied to UK musicians such as Bauhaus, Joy Division and Sisters of Mercy.

It was also used to describe artists who combined music with performance art, such as Throbbing Gristle and Cabarert Voltaire, who challenged and explored the darker and obsessive sides of the human condition.

A lot of techno takes its spirit and ethos from this music, you can hear the industrial sounds which are a staple of techno music today.

Techno is the outsider of electronic dance music, the punk of today's modern music scene.

As Dave Clarke said in his recent interview with Mixmag, Techno is edgy. Techno will challenge you......it's the real dark art."

Following the event on August 12, they will return to the venue on September 16.

Doors open at 10pm, admission is free. Admission on September 16 and into events will be 3 in advance or 5 on the door.

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Ferry Corsten stops by to discuss his recent performances at Tomorrowland, his new album Blueprint, and loads more!

Ferry Corsten, a name that is synonymous with trance since its infancy. The man behind world renowned projects, such as Moonman, Gouryella and System F, is responsible for what many believe to be the rise in Dutch Trance. His impact has engulfed trance for more than 20 years. We had the great honour to speak with the man himself about his double performance at Tomorrowland on Weekend 1, his new Blueprint album, upcoming projects and a few other interesting topics!

Hi there! Im doing great thanks! Its been an exciting summer for me releasing my album Blueprint and doing all my summer shows!

It was fantastic. The Trance Energy stage really brought the magic to the audience regarding production, and its always great to play for the trance crowd. I always have fun when I get to play together with Fadi at the Future Sound of Egypt stage. Just a great crew and a very appreciative crowd.

Tomorrowland has grown into such a unique concept which allow dance fans for a whimsical dance experience with their favourite DJs. Their production is unmatched by any other festival.

I definitely think so, and the fact that there are trance events around the world on the rise aside from Trance energy proves that as well.

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I agree. I wasnt thinking of bringing the alias back per se but noticed that I missed the emotion and melodies of trance. I wasnt really thinking of producing another Gouryella until I was working on a track in the studio one day when I realised that it had to be the next Gouryella. After that moment I havent looked back.

Back in the day, I had a lot of aliases, but that was purely because I was just producing too much music to be released by one label at that time. I feel that nowadays, people use aliases to be able to produce a specific type of sound that is meant purely for that brand. By doing this, you can disconnect yourself from the pigeon hole mentality that fans have nowadays and step out of your comfort zone without upsetting your fans who only want to hear one side of you.

Im currently working on the Gouryella 2.0 version, and its been a lot of fun. Youre absolutely right. The Gouryella show for me is all about a message that is learned and felt when watching the live experience. I hope 2.0 does that as well. Where the first live show had a few Hello World EP tracks, 2.0 will focus much more on some new stuff and elements from Blueprint.

Ive always been a huge sci-fi fan and wanted to find a way to marry my passion for this with my music. I sort of took the phrase telling a story with my album literally and decided to combine an audio book with a complimenting musical journey. The concept and the storyline were my great inspiration for making the music. Its like a sci-fi movie without the actual motion picture.

Thats a great question Ive always created music Ive liked and compiled into one body of work. Whereas with this album, I had a concept, a muse if you will that inspired me.

I think over the years as an artist Ive grown a lot on a producer level. You are right that this album has a lot of filmic influences compared to the past. And that was the whole point. Trance and film score go perfectly together and the sound scaping that film music requires, really enriches any trance production in my opinion. I do think though, that there are a number of tracks on the album that showcase my trance influences and me being a dance music producer.

Thanks. I love the track too. I think Drums a weapon plays a perfect part in the story. If you listen to the track and the emotions it conveys, you do feel the aggression and that sense of hopelessness that are playing in Lucass mind and in that part of the story.

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Im all about melody. Ive always started with a melody as that is what always inspires me first when making a track. The melody is the face of a track.

Thanks. Its humbling to hear this comment. I dont know where I find the inspiration to be honest. It can be anything in daily life. But in the case of Out Of The Blue and the wave of tracks that came after, it was gear. New gear that not many people had yet. So I was lucky to come up with a unique sound, and I capitalised on that. I just know that I am very lucky to be able to have a job that I love and have people appreciate what I do. I guess its comments and questions like this that keep me working and keep doing what I do.

I guess it will always be the track System F Out of the Blue It was the first track that opened major doors for me. My proudest moment in the studio was probably when I finally signed off on Blueprint. That was a real product of passion.

Im working right now on the remixes for some of the Blueprint tracks, Gouryella 2.0 as well as a few projects which I will hopefully be able to share in a few months.

I will be doing quite a few festivals, Ibiza and lots more. Its best to check outferrycorsten.comfor tour dates. Ive been busy with Blueprint and have some great remixes and edits for the show.

Thanks for supporting and believing in me guys. Without you guys, I would not be able to do what I do.

Thanks so much.

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Since last year, trance has seen a resurgence that has been years in the making. Sales and artist bookings are up, dedicated trance festivals are growing bigger, and new sub-genre sounds, like Psy Trance, are emerging. Helping lead the charge are trance legends who have returned to the genre after branching off to make more mainstream, progressive sounds- names like Sander van Doorn, W&W, Ferry Corstens Gouryella and Arty. Noticeably absent from this movement back to trance: probably one, if not, the best trance artists of all-time: Tiesto.

Before he became the house music playing, big room pumping, Grammy award-winning superstar he is today, Tijs Michiel Verwest, of the Netherlands, operated in the shadows as DJ Tiesto. Starting his career in the early 90s, Tiesto helped define the trance genre with his uplifting and progressive sounds, in addition to the creation of record labels like Black Hole Recordings and In Trance We Trust. Joining him in his early projects include fellow Dutchmen Ferry Corsten, who, along with Tiesto, created Gouryella, and Armin van Buuren, who Tiesto helped take Armins sound into the mainstream (look how well that has turned out!).

Tiestos debut solo studio album, In My Memory, released in 2001, saw this legend score some of his biggest career hits. Does Flight 643 and Lethal Industry ring a bell?

As trance in its entirety continued to grow, both of these tracks stood the test of time, having been remixed by plenty and featured in sets galore- even to this day. Who could forget when the legendary Markus Schulz dropped 643 at Bliss; Transcendence, here in Seattle, a few months ago?!

In My Memory took Tiestos career to new heights. He began to do global tours, including his USA debut in 2003, and lengthy solo sets- a concept that was new at the time. The idea of one DJ playing alone in front of a crowd of thousands? His groundbreaking Tiesto in Concert solo shows, in 2003, helped pave the way for DJs who aspire to do concerts in massive venues; He showed it could be done.

The views expressed in this article are the author's own and do not necessarily represent the views of Dance Music Northwest or its leadership.

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