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Trance Review: Driftmoon x Robert Nickson - Everlasting out on Black Hole Recordings

 


Driftmoon x Robert Nickson are back on Black Hole with the massive "Everlasting."

No filler, just pure, euphoric peak-time trance mastery. The melody is sublime, the power is undeniable. This record is straight fire and an essential slammer for your set.

Full support needed. Don't snooze!

🎼 Discover ↠ https://blackhole.lnk.to/Everlast


Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"] Driftmoon and Robert Nickson deliver a truly euphoric trance experience with “Everlasting”, a 138 BPM peak-time anthem that perfectly merges technical prowess with emotional resonance. The track opens with a driving low-end groove, constructed from meticulously layered kick and bass elements that maintain clarity and power across the frequency spectrum. High-end percussion and crisp hi-hats are carefully side-chained to create dynamic movement, while the midrange is filled with lush harmonic pads and arpeggios, providing both rhythmic propulsion and melodic depth. From a production standpoint, “Everlasting” showcases pristine sound design and an expert application of spatial effects. The layered synth leads, rich in harmonic overtones, are enhanced by subtle delay trails and lush reverb tails to create a fully immersive stereo field. Transitions between sections are crafted with precision, using filtered risers, white noise sweeps, and rhythmic gating to guide the listener fluidly into exhilarating drops. The build-ups are structured to maximize tension, culminating in anthem-like melodies that recall late 90s trance nostalgia while maintaining a modern, polished loudness balance suitable for today’s club and festival environments. The track’s positive impact on mental health and wellness is supported by both its tempo and harmonic structure. Scientific studies have shown that music in the 120–140 BPM range can enhance aerobic performance, improve cardiovascular endurance, and elevate mood by synchronizing with human biorhythms (Karageorghis & Priest, 2012). The euphoric melodic progressions and uplifting chord changes stimulate dopamine release and reduce cortisol levels, contributing to stress relief and emotional well-being (Chanda & Levitin, 2013). This makes “Everlasting” an excellent choice for fitness and wellness classes such as spin, dance cardio, or even guided meditation cool-downs, where the track can help participants achieve both physical and psychological benefits. Moreover, the immersive atmosphere created by the track’s harmonic layering and spatial design fosters a deep state of flow. Listeners often experience increased focus, reduced anxiety, and improved mood regulation when engaging with uplifting trance, as demonstrated in studies on the neurochemical effects of music therapy (Thoma et al., 2013). The synergy of rhythm, melody, and spatial effects in “Everlasting” positions it as not just a festival-ready anthem, but also a powerful tool for enhancing human wellness.Everlasting is not just a track for the dance floor; it is a masterfully produced sonic journey that energizes the body, uplifts the mind, and resonates with the soul. #PureGold Love IT[/content]
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Suggested Bibliography:
Chanda, M. L., & Levitin, D. J. (2013). The neurochemistry of music. Trends in Cognitive Sciences, 17(4), 179-193.
Karageorghis, C. I., & Priest, D. L. (2012). Music in the exercise domain: a review and synthesis (Part I). International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 5(1), 44-66.
Thoma, M. V., Ryf, S., Mohiyeddini, C., Ehlert, U., & Nater, U. M. (2013). Emotion regulation through listening to music in everyday situations. Cognition and Emotion, 27(3), 534-543.




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