When Darren Tate asked Lange to remix one of his classics for Mondo’s 25th Anniversary, there was only one choice: “Venus.”
Originally released in 2005, Venus is known for its beautiful melodies — the kind that gave Lange goosebumps from the very first listen. His new remix pays homage to the timeless original while adding his own unmistakable touch.
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Lange’s 2025 remix of Darren Tate’s classic “Venus,” crafted for Mondo’s 25th Anniversary, is a masterclass in modern trance production that will delight uplifting trance enthusiasts. Clocking in at 136 BPM, this reimagining perfectly balances the nostalgia of the 2005 original with contemporary sound engineering and a polished, high-energy aesthetic. From a technical standpoint, the production shines with its crisp stereo imaging and layered arrangement. The track opens with driving 90s-inspired kick drums and pulsating sub-bass, carefully side-chained to maintain clarity and punch. Textured percussive elements and subtle hi-hat patterns create a constant forward momentum, while the bassline grooves with a fluidity that is both hypnotic and grounding. The breakdown is where the remix truly elevates itself. Ethereal, operatic vocal layers soar against a bed of lush, reverb-drenched pads and sparkling pluck synths. Lange’s meticulous use of modulation and filtering slowly introduces harmonic complexity, guiding the listener into a sweeping crescendo. As the drop hits, the euphoric melody—cleanly mixed and perfectly EQ’d—rides atop a powerful rhythm section, delivering the kind of emotional release that defines uplifting trance. Production values are top-tier, with a dynamic mix that allows each element to breathe while maintaining the energy needed for peak-time dance floors. This remix is not just a respectful homage to “Venus,” but also a demonstration of Lange’s technical artistry and deep understanding of trance’s emotional core. For fans of uplifting trance, this version is irresistible: it marries nostalgic melodic beauty with modern festival-ready power, offering a transcendental listening experience that will resonate both in headphones and on massive sound systems. #PureGold Love IT[/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"]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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