Following 2024s Remember, Ferry Corsten and five-man trance group SUPERSTRINGS drop a full-throttle belter. With a super-infectious vocal hook, rave synths and the high-energy attitude no crowd can resist, this cut is set to start its rule of the dance floor at the artists back-to-back set at the legendary De Zwarte Cross in the Netherlands.
Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[item value="10"]Ferry Corsten x SUPERSTRINGS - Have Me (If You Want Me Too) [/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"] Ferry Corsten x SUPERSTRINGS - "Have Me (If You Want Me Too)" is a masterclass in modern trance production, seamlessly blending euphoric elements with hard-hitting dance floor energy. Following their 2024 release "Remember," this collaboration continues to showcase their signature sound while pushing the boundaries of the genre. At its core, "Have Me (If You Want Me Too)" operates at a relentless 145 BPM, a tempo chosen to maximize dance floor impact. The track’s structure is meticulously crafted, starting with a crisp, punchy kick drum layered with tight, rolling hi-hats that build anticipation. The drum programming employs sidechain compression techniques, especially noticeable in the interplay between the kick and the bassline, creating that quintessential "pumping" effect essential to trance and hard house music. The production’s standout feature is its super-infectious vocal hook, processed with a combination of reverb and delay to achieve a spatial, ethereal quality. The vocal is layered with subtle harmonies and pitch-shifted nuances that enhance its memorability. This eurodance-style vocal perfectly complements the rave synths, which are meticulously designed using analog emulation plugins to recreate the warm, gritty textures of vintage hardware. Synth-wise, the track boasts a blend of lush, euphoric lead melodies and rave-style organ stabs. The leads are crafted using saw wave oscillators with unison detuning, creating a rich, wide sound that fills the stereo field. The organ melodies, inspired by early ‘90s rave music, are sequenced with syncopated rhythms, adding a dynamic, infectious groove. The arrangement is dynamic, with strategic use of build-ups and breakdowns. White noise sweeps, risers created with pitch automation, and reverb tails are employed to heighten tension before explosive drops. The drops themselves are characterized by a full-spectrum sound, achieved through meticulous EQing and layering techniques, ensuring each element shines without overcrowding the mix. "Have Me (If You Want Me Too)" is destined for festival main stages, thanks to its anthemic qualities and crowd-pleasing energy. The track’s simple yet effective production techniques—clean layering, precise EQing, and dynamic arrangement—showcase Ferry Corsten and SUPERSTRINGS' mastery in creating timeless, high-impact trance anthems. #PureGold #LoveIT[/content]
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[item value="10"]Intensity, Drive and Energy[/item]
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[item value="10"]Emotional affinity and heartfelt moments[/item]
[item value="10"]Originality and Inventiveness[/item]
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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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