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Trance Review: Cold Blue - Into The Rain out on Cold Blue Records


Life can suddenly turn into emotional rollercoasters, jumping between suffering and hope, facing fears and still holding onto dreams. Into The Rain embodies those challenging periods, longing for clarity and relief. It is the third single from the upcoming Cold Blue album, full announcement coming very soon.

Cold Blue is the fast rising standout act to look out for, delivering quality music by way of some of the leading labels in Trance including Subculture, Kearnage, Future Sound of Egypt and Damaged. His unique brand of Uplifting and Tech Trance has projected him to being one of the most talked about artists in Trance this year.Building on this he has an already solid set of releases forthcoming over the remainder of 2017 including new original music on Subculture and Future Sound of Egypt as well as remixes for Subculture, Pure Trance, Armada and Outburst. Already supported by John O’Callaghan, Armin Van Buuren, Aly & Fila, Bryan Kearney and Solarstone, the next level for Cold Blue is conquering the touring circuit. With shows already confirmed at Ministry of Sound, London, Coloursfest Glasgow, Subculture, Argentina and Victoria Warehouse, Manchester, Cold Blue has everything in his arsenal to build on his critical acclaim to become the breakout act of the year.

Discover HERE: https://coldblue.lnk.to/intotherain




Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[item value="10"] Cold Blue - Into The Rain[/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Cold Blue’s Into The Rain is a masterclass in modern uplifting trance production that perfectly captures the emotional highs and lows of life’s unpredictable journeys. At 140 BPM, this euphoric trancer plunges listeners into a cinematic soundscape where tension and release intertwine effortlessly. From a technical standpoint, the track opens with moody, metallic percussion and a deep, pulsating bassline that immediately sets a dark, suspenseful tone. Layered over this foundation are textured, crunchy drums that add weight and drive to the rhythm. The arrangement steadily builds, introducing dark, swelling strings and shimmering synths that gradually evolve into soaring leads. These elements are meticulously EQ’d to avoid frequency clashes, giving the mix a polished, expansive feel. One of the standout production techniques is the interplay between orchestral strings and electronic synthesis. Cold Blue incorporates live-sounding violins and lush cinematic layers, which lend the track an emotional depth often missing from formulaic trance. As the breakdown arrives, he strategically filters out the low-end energy to create a wide-open space, letting delicate arpeggios and ethereal pads breathe. This moment of stillness heightens anticipation for the drop, which lands with exhilarating impact as euphoric melodies merge seamlessly with the driving rhythm section. For uplifting trance enthusiasts, Into The Rain is a treasure. It offers the hypnotic basslines, emotional chord progressions, and euphoric peaks that define the genre while maintaining a level of sophistication in its sound design and layering. The track’s cinematic qualities and precise engineering make it equally powerful on a festival stage or through high-quality headphones, rewarding listeners with new details upon each play. Simply put, Cold Blue has delivered a track that transcends dance floor functionality—Into The Rain is an emotional journey and a technical showcase rolled into one. #PureGold #LoveIT[/content]
[item value="10"]Beat and Rhythm[/item]
[item value="10"]Basslines and Groove[/item]
[item value="10"] Melody [/item]
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[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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