1. Will Rees - Love Acid (Extended Mix) [Afterdark]
2. Will Rees - Love Acid [Afterdark]
Will Rees returns to Afterdark with a banging tech trance record that does exactly what it says on the tin. Hard hitting Acid lines with hard hitting beats, essential!
Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[item value="10"]Intensity, Drive and Energy[/item]
[item value="10"]Sound-design and Arrangement[/item]
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[item value="10"]Emotional affinity and heartfelt moments[/item]
[item value="10"]Originality and Inventiveness[/item]
[item value="10"]Radio Friendly[/item]
[item value="10"]Vocals & lyrics[/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]
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Will Rees stands out as one of the most prolific producers in the tech trance scene, and his latest release, "Love Acid," on Afterdark Recordings, under the helm of Sneijder, exemplifies his mastery over dynamic sound design and intricate production techniques. This track is nothing short of a tech trance behemoth, poised to dominate dancefloors with its raw, unrelenting energy. "Love Acid" showcases impeccable production precision, starting with its foundation—heavy, metallic basslines that resonate with a gritty texture, achieved through meticulous layering and EQ adjustments to ensure clarity amidst the dense sonic landscape. The pounding, tough drums are crafted using a combination of analog drum machines and digital processing, delivering a punch that cuts through the mix with surgical sharpness. The rough and raw kick drum, likely shaped via transient shaping and subtle saturation, provides the driving force, setting an aggressive tempo that keeps the energy unrelenting. A standout feature of the track is the integration of cool spoken vocal samples. These are strategically placed, using delay and reverb effects to create spatial depth, enhancing the tension and adding an atmospheric layer that complements the track's darker undertones. The heart of "Love Acid" lies in its powerful, energetic acid layers. Crafted using classic 303 emulation synthesizers or possibly analog hardware, these acid lines are meticulously automated with filter resonance tweaks, cutoff modulations, and distortion effects to maintain a hypnotic dynamism. This technique not only sustains the track's underground vibe but also injects a sense of evolving energy that captivates listeners. In the breakdown, Rees shifts gears, introducing cool, trancy, colorful synths. These provide a contrasting melodic reprieve, utilizing lush pads and arpeggiated sequences processed with reverb and chorus effects to create an ethereal soundscape. This transitional phase is carefully engineered to build anticipation, employing sidechain compression with a ghost kick to subtly maintain rhythmic momentum. As the breakdown crescendos, the track erupts back into its full-force arrangement, letting the beat go wild with intensified acid riffs and reinforced drum patterns. The seamless transitions and dynamic arrangements highlight Rees's expertise in structuring tracks that are both technically complex and viscerally impactful. "Love Acid" is a testament to Will Rees's deep understanding of tech trance production, blending raw power with refined technical prowess. It's heavy, raw, and meticulously crafted to make crowds jump—an undeniable #PureGold anthem for the underground trance circuit. #LoveIT[/content]
[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"]Radio Friendly[/item]
[item value="10"]Vocals & lyrics[/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]
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