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Trance Review: Ferry Corsten unleashes his High-Energy Remix of Ben Hemsley’s Modern Trance Anthem ‘Tidal’ out on Armada Music

 


A timeless force in electronic music, Ferry Corsten joins forces with British award-winning DJ and producer Ben Hemsley, for a peak time take on Ben’s recently-released contemporary trance output ‘Tidal.’

The 10-minute original undergoes a high-energy transformation to intensify the experience, showcasing Ferry Corsten’s signature touch with impactful stabs, a growling bassline, and subtle changes to melody, all while preserving the intricate textures and essence of Ben Hemsley’s original creation. Anchored by the haunting vocals of rising star Rose Gray, the rework shifts from a steadily building progression to a relentless surge of energy from start to finish.

"It’s great to see Ben fully embracing trance and making the genre his own,” said Ferry Corsten. "Working on ‘Tidal’ with him was an absolute joy, especially as we brought some old-school trance elements to the track. It’s exciting to see where he’s taking the genre!"

“It’s an honor to collaborate with Ferry Corsten, who is obviously such a legend in trance, and someone who I’ve always looked up to,” said Ben Hemsley. “I’m excited to see the reaction to this version!”

The track’s release comes hot on the heels of Ferry Corsten’s sixth studio album ‘Connect’, a sweeping journey through his career-spanning exploration of genres—trance, house, progressive, and techno—brought together by his signature sound and masterful emotional storytelling, representing a culmination of over 30 years of ground-breaking contributions to electronic dance music.

Released in October 2024 on Armada Music, Ben Hemsley’s ‘Tidal’ is a sweeping 10-minute masterpiece that pays tribute to the extended trance anthems of the genre’s golden era. A highlight of his sets at Creamfields, A State of Trance Festival, his Ibiza residency, and a sold-out 12,000 capacity Liverpool show, the track has quickly become a fan favorite. Building on the success of his breakout hit ‘Erase Me’ and ‘Closer’ featuring Chenai, ‘Tidal’ cements Hemsley’s position as a leader in modern trance.





Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"] Ben Hemsley’s trance composition, “Tidal,” receives the well-deserved Ferry Corsten remix. The result is an exquisite fusion of musical elements that elevates the listener to a state of euphoria. Ferry Corsten’s remix draws inspiration from his renowned late 1990s and mid-2000s trance style, creating a nostalgic yet contemporary interpretation of “Vintage Trance.” The remix is characterized by energetic, pulsating basslines, thumping, driving kicks, and pounding percussion, all seamlessly blended with Rose Gray’s outstanding vocal performance on “Tidal.” The result is a trance genre that evokes fond memories of the past while incorporating modern elements. Ferry Corsten once again demonstrates his mastery of the art, crafting a masterpiece that is both familiar and fresh. #PureGold Love IT [/content]
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About Ben Hemsley

Ben Hemsley is making waves with his daring and captivating productions. Based in Newcastle, he has quickly become one of the most sought-after artists, selling out shows and capturing audiences nationwide.

In 2023, Ben achieved remarkable success with his CONNECTION TOUR, selling out nine shows across the UK, including record-breaking performances at Liverpool’s Blackstone Street Warehouse, where he sold over 7,000 tickets. His shows have set venue records, including a ludicrously fast sell-out at WHP, with general tickets disappearing in just five minutes. This tour brought him close to 30,000 ticket sales.

With a sound that blends enticing melodies and nostalgic elements of 90s dance music, Ben's tracks are highly sought after by leading labels like Ministry of Sound, Trick, Arcane, and his own imprint, Bebé. His music has garnered attention from heavyweights in the industry, including Calvin Harris, Tiesto, and Patrick Topping.

In addition to his production work, he aims to support emerging talent through his label Bebé, creating a space for innovative sounds within the dance music community.

Connect with Ben Hemsley:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benhemsley_/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@benhemsley



About Ferry Corsten

Hailing from Rotterdam, The Netherlands, Ferry Corsten’s illustrious career is exemplified by a passion for music that began as a hobby and spiralled into a full-blown profession, as he continues to push the boundaries of trance music as much today as much as he did in his fledgling career. This is highlighted by his latest project UNITY, a concept launched in 2018 that will see Ferry collaborate with iconic trance acts throughout the year with the vision of uniting the Trance community for a bigger cause. Ferry has partnered with VH1’s Save The Music Foundation, an organisation formed to reinstate music programs for children, which has helped 2,100 schools to date.

Ferry's music is widely respected in every genre, from techno to house to trance and in 2022, he was recognized for his outstanding contributions to music by being knighted as an Officer in the Order of Oranje-Nassau by the Dutch King and Mayor of his hometown. With his motto "The Musical Journey is the Destination," Ferry Corsten's visionary attitude, approach, and contributions to the music industry have kept him at the top of his game and will continue to do so in the future.

The first of these collaborations came in the form of icon Paul Oakenfold, a track that Billboard hailed as the “perfect starting point for UNITY”, following up with collaborations with the likes of DIM3NSION, Jordan Suckley, Saad Ayub and most recently ‘We’re Not Going Home’ with Ilan Bluestone, with more high-profile UNITY collaborations due imminently moving into 2019. This project follows on from Ferry’s 2017 sci-fi concept album ‘Blueprint’, a full length for which Ferry worked with House Of Cards screenwriter David H. Miller to complete, and which includes narration from Amazing Spider-Man and Exorcism Of Emily Rose actor Campbell Scott. 2018 also saw Ferry place in DJ Mag’s Top 100 poll for the 8th consecutive year, rising 15 places and extending his ranking as the longest serving Dutch DJ in the poll, capping what was an impressive year.


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