Subculture favourite Nikolauss joins us for an exceptional debut on Deep In Thought. Big Bang is a monstrous peak time, big riff trance, further anthem. It fuses techy rolling drums that give an underground warehouse feel but with big arena style trance on top. This is huge.
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Nikolauss continues to assert his dominance in the trance scene with his latest release, "Big Bang," out now on Deep in Thought. This track exemplifies the pinnacle of tech trance production, meticulously crafted to captivate massive audiences at large-scale festivals. From the very first beat, "Big Bang" showcases Nikolauss' signature heavy, techy, tribal-inspired basslines, skillfully layered to create a deep, driving foundation. The bass is meticulously processed with multi-band compression and subtle saturation, enhancing its punch without overwhelming the mix. The metallic percussion elements add a sharp, cutting edge, achieved through precise high-frequency EQ boosts and transient shaping to ensure clarity and attack. The bold, pounding kicks are the result of layered samples, combining a low-end thump with a mid-range punch, carefully side-chained to the basslines for that quintessential tech trance groove. Complementing these are a variety of percussive riffs, crafted with a blend of synthetic drum machines and processed acoustic hits, adding rhythmic complexity and dynamic movement throughout the track. A standout feature is the superb acid lines that weave through the composition. These are generated using classic analog emulations, likely from Roland TB-303-inspired plugins, with real-time tweaking of the resonance and cutoff filters to produce evolving, squelchy textures that energize the mix. The breakdown is a masterclass in contrast and tension-building. Here, big euphoric, uplifting synths take center stage, crafted with lush, layered pads and bright, shimmering leads. These synths are enriched with reverb and delay effects, creating a vast, atmospheric space. The inclusion of a breakbeat section underneath adds an unexpected rhythmic twist, utilizing chopped drum loops processed with granular effects to maintain energy while shifting the groove. As the drop approaches, tension is meticulously built with rising white noise sweeps, pitch-bent synths, and filtered drum rolls. When the drop finally hits, the track reverts to its raw, rough, and heavy character—a testament to Nikolauss' ability to manipulate dynamics and frequencies for maximum impact. This section is engineered to test the limits of festival sound systems, with tightly controlled sub-bass frequencies and aggressive mid-range synth stabs designed to fill every corner of a massive venue. "Big Bang" is not just a track; it's an auditory experience, showcasing advanced production techniques, expert sound design, and a deep understanding of how to move large crowds. Nikolauss has once again delivered a #PureGold masterpiece that's bound to become a staple in trance sets worldwide. Love iT [/content]
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[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]
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