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Pop Dance Review: Audien feat. Rory Hope - Lose It All out on Armada Music

 


Touching on love, trust, fear and high stakes, ‘Lose It All’ is a quintessential Audien song in every capacity. The latest single on the leadup to his forthcoming sophomore album 'First Love', 'Lose It All' ties heartfelt vocals from Rory Hope, evocative melodies and that signature progressive house sound the American producer wears on his sleeve all into one, further cementing Audien's name as a mainstay hit maker.





Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]‘Lose It All’ by Audien masterfully intertwines emotive themes of love, trust, and high stakes with technical prowess characteristic of classic progressive house. As part of the buildup to his sophomore album 'First Love,' this single not only showcases Rory Hope’s heartfelt vocal delivery but also highlights Audien’s meticulous production techniques. From a production standpoint, ‘Lose It All’ is a sonic tapestry woven with precision. The track opens with atmospheric pads, setting an evocative tone that seamlessly transitions into Rory Hope’s emotive vocals. These vocals are processed with subtle reverb and delay, creating a spacious, ethereal quality that complements the underlying instrumentation. The hallmark of Audien’s signature style shines through in the progressive house elements. The pulsating basslines are crafted using layered synths and sidechain compression, which give them a dynamic, breathing quality, syncing perfectly with the track’s energy. The thumping drums and thunderous kicks are produced using high-quality sample libraries, meticulously EQ’d and compressed to maintain clarity and impact in the mix. Audien’s choice of piano chords and synths injects a feel-good vibe, achieved through the use of lush, wide stereo imaging and harmonic layering. The piano sound is likely processed with mild saturation and chorus effects to enhance warmth and presence. Synth leads are crafted with analog emulation plugins, offering a rich, textured sound that adds to the track’s emotive peak moments. The use of quality strings adds a cinematic layer, with carefully programmed MIDI articulations to mimic real string dynamics. The arrangement builds tension and releases it adeptly, maintaining listener engagement from start to finish. ‘Lose It All’ stands out not just for its emotional resonance but also for Audien’s technical expertise in sound design, mixing, and arrangement. This track is tailored for both club environments and radio airwaves, cementing Audien’s reputation as a progressive house mainstay. #PureGold 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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