REVIEW: Nicky Romero & Stadiumx - Rise (ft. Matluck) (Remixes) out on Protocol

10.0

Overall Score

Nicky Romero's ventured into new territory by releasing his country-inspired release "Rise" with Stadiumx featuring Matluck back in August. Now the track has received two huge remixes from dance music legends Afrojack and Thomas Gold. Each version has a unique take on the song's upbeat rhythms and organic instrumentals: Afrojack turns up the heat with his signature driving house basslines and dynamic percussion that turns "Rise" into a hard-hitting club track, while Thomas Gold's melodic approach creates a dancefloor-friendly, uplifting experience reminiscent of festival progressive anthems!

Dimitri Kechagias review:

Beat and Rhythm10

Basslines and Groove10

Melody 10

Synths 10

Vocals and Lyrics10

Breakdown10

Climax / Drop / Crescendo / Pay off moment10

Intensity, Drive and Energy10

Sound-design and Arrangement10

Overall Atmosphere10

Goosebumps / Shivers moments10

Emotional affinity and heartfelt moments10

Originality and Inventiveness10

Dancefloor Efficiency / Festival Arenas Effectiveness10

You can’t get this memorable track out of your head10

It has potential to become an anthem or a classic10

Nicky Romero & Stadiumx - Rise (ft. Matluck) (Remixes)10

Summary

Nicky Romero & Stadiumx have done their magic tricks along with Matluck for the stunning Rise. Now is the turn of the remixers to add their glory with massive new versions. Afrojack cranks the stereo system with a powerful electro house infused version ready for big room mainstage action. Rough drums, sharp basslines, uplifting synths and great application of the encouraging and truly inspiring vocal. Afrojack has added his well known twisted beats and pieces to turn the track into a real mindstorm. Thomas Gold remix is another example of what he is capable to do as he adds his punchy rocking drums along with that future house basslines along with acid overtones leading to the atmospheric breakdown packed with nice strings, airy pads and uplifting old school piano chords. The climax is euphoric mainstage progressive house with all the right ingredients to keep the crowd interested jumping and shaking while they sing the lyrics loud and proud. #PureGold Love IT

10.0

Overall Score