10.0
ZYX Trance proudly presents the latest collaboration between the legendary Les Hemstock of the renowned Hemstock & Jennings duo, who achieved significant success with Paul van Dyk’s “Nothing But You” and “Mercurial Virus,” also known as Darren Jones, and his highly acclaimed hard trance project, D10. Vocal duties are provided by the esteemed Tiff Lacey, a renowned trance vocalist who has collaborated with influential artists such as Paul Oakenfold, Tiesto, and ATB.
“Find Your Way” is an ultimate feel-good, euphoric, and uplifting trance track that seamlessly blends influences from the late 1990s trance era with the contemporary, energetic sound that permeates trance festivals and clubs worldwide. Characterized by its pristine 140 BPM tempo, the track boasts punchy basslines, metallic kicks, thumping drums, and monumental euphoric synthy hooks imbued with positivity and happiness. Tiff Lacey’s voice dominates throughout the track, delivering motivational and enlightening lyrics with her graceful and powerful delivery. Her presence is palpable, captivating fans who eagerly join in singing along to “Seize the Day” and “Find Our Way” during challenging times.The track’s intricate synthy layers and captivating, memorable melodies and subthemes ensure its enduring presence in listeners’ minds for months to come.
Conversely, Ric Scott’s remix ventures into the Balearic 124 BPM progressive trance territory, featuring pulsating basslines, chunky grooves, and warm emotional strings and synths that create an ideal backdrop for Tiff Lacey’s voice to captivate and enthrall listeners from the outset.
ZYX Trance presents the uplifting vocal UK style trance anthem “Find Your Way,” a collaboration between the renowned Hemstock & Mercurial Virus duo and Tiff Lacey, which is now available on the label curated by Talla 2XLC.
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Overall Score
Hemstock & Mercurial Virus feat. Tiff Lacey - Find Your Way 10
Summary
“Find Your Way” is the quintessential feel-good, euphoric, and uplifting trance anthem that masterfully integrates the nostalgic essence of late 1990s trance with the dynamic vigor of contemporary festival and club scenes. Operating at a high-energy 140 BPM, the track is meticulously produced, showcasing technical precision and a polished sonic landscape. The production kicks off with crisp, metallic kicks and punchy basslines that set a solid rhythmic foundation. The thumping drums are engineered with layered percussive elements, creating a driving momentum that keeps the energy levels consistently high. The basslines are tightly compressed, providing a clean yet robust low-end presence that perfectly balances with the track's soaring highs. Central to “Find Your Way” are its monumental euphoric synth hooks. Crafted with advanced layering techniques, these synths utilize a fusion of supersaw waves and lush, atmospheric pads, enhanced through reverb and delay effects that give them an expansive, celestial quality. The melodic progression is both intricate and memorable, featuring subthemes that interweave with the main melody to create a rich, textured soundscape. Tiff Lacey’s vocal performance is another standout element. Her voice, recorded with pristine clarity, is treated with subtle reverb and delay to add depth without overshadowing the instrumental backdrop. The dynamic range in her delivery—from softer, introspective verses to powerful, uplifting choruses—adds emotional resonance, making her motivational lyrics truly impactful. The meticulous vocal processing ensures her presence remains front and center, captivating listeners and encouraging crowd sing-alongs during live performances. Ric Scott’s remix of the track offers a contrasting, yet equally compelling interpretation. Slowing the tempo to 124 BPM, it shifts into Balearic progressive trance territory. The remix features pulsating basslines and chunky grooves, crafted with sidechain compression to create a rhythmic breathing effect that ebbs and flows seamlessly with the beat. Warm, emotional strings and synth layers are intricately arranged, employing automation techniques to evolve the sound dynamically throughout the track. These elements provide a lush, emotive backdrop that complements Tiff Lacey’s vocals, allowing her lyrical delivery to shine in a more subdued, yet profound way. Released under ZYX Trance, with the esteemed Talla 2XLC at the helm, “Find Your Way” exemplifies top-tier production values and technical artistry. The collaboration between Hemstock & Mercurial Virus and Tiff Lacey results in a track that not only resonates on a melodic and emotional level but also stands as a testament to the evolving sophistication of trance music production. #PureGold LoveIt10.0
Beat and Rhythm10
Basslines and Groove10
Melody 10
Synths 10
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
Radio Friendly10
Vocals & lyrics10
You can’t get this memorable track out of your head10
It has potential to become an anthem or a classic10
Additional info:
https://x.com/LesHemstock
www.soundcloud.com/hemstock
www.instagram.com/les_hemstock
www.facebook.com/mercurialvirus
www.x.com/dj_d10
www.instagram.com/djd10official
www.twitch.tv/mercurialvirus
www.tiktok.com/mercurialvirus_d1
http://www.tifflacey.me.uk/
www.facebook.com/tifflacey
www.x.com/tifflacey
www.instagram.com/tiff.lacey.official
www.zyx.de
https://www.facebook.com/OFFICIALZYXMUSIC
www.instagram.com/zyxmusic
www.tiktok.com/zyxmusic.official
www.soundcloud.com/hemstock
www.instagram.com/les_hemstock
www.facebook.com/mercurialvirus
www.x.com/dj_d10
www.instagram.com/djd10official
www.twitch.tv/mercurialvirus
www.tiktok.com/mercurialvirus_d1
http://www.tifflacey.me.uk/
www.facebook.com/tifflacey
www.x.com/tifflacey
www.instagram.com/tiff.lacey.official
www.zyx.de
https://www.facebook.com/OFFICIALZYXMUSIC
www.instagram.com/zyxmusic
www.tiktok.com/zyxmusic.official