Craig Connelly, one of the most respected names in trance, returns with Eclipse the Sun - a glowing example of how timeless craft can evolve without losing its core. Craig continues to refine his sound with precision and feeling. Built around an acid-ridden intro and a sun-drenched breakdown, Eclipse the Sun is a track that invites you to breathe. To take a step back. To imagine yourself barefoot on the sand, watching the light fade, cold drink in hand.
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Craig Connelly’s “Eclipse the Sun” is a masterclass in modern uplifting trance, expertly balancing timeless melodic sensibilities with cutting-edge production techniques. Operating at a driving 138 BPM, the track opens with a razor-sharp, acid-infused intro that immediately establishes energy and tension. The low-end is sculpted with a tight, punchy bassline layered beneath metallic, sidechained kicks that cut through the mix with precision, giving DJs an easy and powerful tool for seamless transitions in peak-time sets. The breakdown is where Craig’s craftsmanship truly shines. Lush, sun-soaked pads and ethereal ambient layers wash over the listener, creating a cinematic atmosphere that feels both nostalgic and forward-thinking. Subtle vocal chops drift in and out, teasing the main theme before the mix strips down to a serene, almost Balearic calm. This interlude also features a delicate, Balearic-inspired guitar riff that runs throughout the climax, adding warmth and an organic texture that beautifully complements the otherwise electronic palette. As the track builds, Craig leverages filtering and reverb automation to carefully lift the energy. The melodic lead gradually unfolds, revealed in all its euphoric glory during the extended breakdown. When the supersaws crash back in, supported by layered plucks and swelling white noise, the sense of release is immense—this is the kind of moment that sends hands into the air and keeps dancers floating in that trance-induced bliss. For fellow uplifting trance DJs, “Eclipse the Sun” is pure gold: it’s club-ready, festival-friendly, and emotionally resonant. The precise EQing and stereo imaging ensure it will hit hard on large sound systems, while the long, atmospheric breakdowns give room for crowd interaction and creative mixing. From its acid-driven pulse to its Balearic guitar-infused climax, Craig Connelly has delivered a track that honors the genre’s roots while pushing its production standards ever higher. Any DJ looking to elevate their set with a track that blends power, melody, and emotion will adore this release. #PureGold Love IT[/content]
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[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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