A classic remix series just would not be the same without a dose of one of our most famous cuts. The First Rebirth is by far the top of the pile when it comes to the Bonzai sound. Epitomised by countless remixes crossing several genres, the infectious melodies ring true no matter what style they're reproduced in. To give the track it's 2017 makeover we've brought in the amazing Talla 2XLC and boy does he deliver. Talla 2XLC aka Andreas Tomalla is a powerhouse in electronic music, since the mid 80's he's been at the cutting edge, providing the soundtrack to the discerning clubber and the masses alike with his pioneering techno sound born out of his House and New Beat roots. He co-founded the famous Technoclub event at the Dorian Gray in Frankfurt and from there he practically dominated the world. He has worked with a plethora of artists over the years and has amassed quite a respectable back catalogue under various guises. After successes with different labels he re-devoted himself to DJing and by the mid 90's he settled as one of the biggest artists in Europe and beyond. This year (2017) he will be part of our 25 years party line-up and this won't be the first time he's been associated with Bonzai, since 1998 he headed up our Bonzai Germany division. A true master in his field and the perfect choice for this legendary remix.
In 1993 The First Rebirth physically shook the whole dance music scene to its core, in particular the Hard Trance scene. The original still commands a lot of respect and has been the topic of much musical debate among a vast array of different people with different tastes. Some call it chaotic confusion, others call it sublime melodic trance, but no-one can deny that this piece strikes the balance between pumping hardcore beats and energetic melody driven trance. Its creators, Frank Sels aka Franky Jones and David Brants aka Axel Stephenson, had unleashed a masterpiece that propelled not only their own profiles but that of Bonzai as well. On the remix, Talla 2XLC gives the track a wonderful contemporary flavour to rival all remixes that have gone before. Right from the off we feel the energy coming out of the pumping kick drums and the tightly wound bassline synth. After a few short bars we find the first of many climaxes contained within the arrangement which leads us to a solid driving bassline. Soft melodic pads float in the background contrasting with the harder edged groove before the track crashes to the break to reveal that beautiful melodic sequence wrapped up in modern super saw synths. After a mega build up the main groove kicks back in with a vengeance to rip up the floors, sending the crowd into a frenzy. A definite must for the collection.
Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[item value="10"]Beat and Rhythm[/item]
[item value="10"]Basslines and Groove[/item]
[item value="10"] Melody [/item]
[item value="10"] Synths [/item]
[item value="10"]Breakdown[/item]
[item value="10"]Climax / Drop / Crescendo / Pay off moment[/item]
[item value="10"]Intensity, Drive and Energy[/item]
[item value="10"]Sound-design and Arrangement[/item]
[item value="10"]Overall Atmosphere[/item]
[item value="10"]Goosebumps / Shivers moments[/item]
[item value="10"]Emotional affinity and heartfelt moments[/item]
[item value="10"]Originality and Inventiveness[/item]
[item value="10"]Dancefloor Efficiency / Festival Arenas Effectiveness[/item]
[item value="10"]You can’t get this memorable track out of your head[/item]
[item value="10"]It has potential to become an anthem or a classic[/item]
[item value="10"]Jones & Stephenson - The First Rebirth ( Talla 2XLC Remix )[/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]I was lucky enough to experience Armin van Buuren playing on AFAS Live ASOT836 ADE Special the massive Jones & Stephenson - The First Rebirth on the Talla 2XLC Remix and I must confess that I will remember this moment for ever. This new rework injects the real pure trance uplifting trance power to the original and it turns the beloved original into a bomb that will drive the crowds into oblivion and beyond. Very well produced with solid driving basslines, fat thumping drums and excellent rework with uplifting synths of the original melody. The climax goes off the roof and it will elevate festival crowds right at the top of the mountains. It means a lot to me that I loved the original and it will mean a lot to the younger generations as well. #PureGold Love iT [/content]
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