Canadian electronic artist CRi unveils ‘This Is Our Life’ a collaborative new single with Dutch musician Nicky Elisabeth. The track follows ‘Your Love’ his November 2025 release with Australian artist Harry Hayes, and continues CRi’s exploration of deeply personal, connection-driven collaborations.
The single release is paired with the announcement of the AMí EP - a six-track project bringing together collaborations Christophe has developed over the past few years.
AMi is a celebration of friendship, creative exchange, and the bonds formed through shared experiences on and off the road.
This Is Our Life is out February 6th on Anjunadeep. AMí will be out on April 24th.
Buy/Stream ' This Is Our Life': https://anjunadeep.co/tiol.oyd
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Canadian electronic artist CRi’s collaboration with Dutch vocalist Nicky Elisabeth, “This Is Our Life,” is a masterclass in contemporary progressive house production, offering a seamless balance of technical excellence and emotional resonance. At 130 BPM, the track establishes an immediate rhythmic drive with perfectly quantized percussion and a pulsating bassline that provides both propulsion and warmth. The groove is meticulously engineered, with subtle sidechain compression creating a breathing quality that locks the listener into its hypnotic flow. The melodic hooks are both intricate and memorable, built on layers of lush pads, tender string swells, and a recurring motif of melancholic piano chords that ground the ethereal elements with a hint of introspection. The production techniques shine through in the transitions, drops, and build-ups, which are handled with impeccable timing and delicate modulation. Filter sweeps, reverb tails, and stereo panning effects guide the listener through peaks and valleys of energy without ever feeling abrupt. Spatial design is a highlight; the sound stage feels three-dimensional, with each synth and percussive element occupying a clearly defined space. From subtle high-frequency sparkles to the enveloping low-end sub, the dynamic range and loudness balance are expertly managed, resulting in a track that is both club-ready and audiophile-friendly. CRi’s attention to harmonic layering and the originality of the arrangement demonstrates his artistic identity. The track unfolds like a narrative, its cohesion and storytelling driven by the interplay between Nicky Elisabeth’s whispery, heartfelt vocals and the evolving instrumental textures. Her lyrical delivery connects on a deeply emotional level, enhancing the atmosphere and immersion. The chorus phrases are particularly memorable, lending the track high catchiness and strong replay value. Scientifically, studies have shown that immersive and emotionally uplifting music of this tempo can stimulate dopamine release, reduce stress, and enhance mood (Salimpoor et al., 2011; Thoma et al., 2013). This makes “This Is Our Life” not only a club and festival favorite but also highly suitable for wellness and fitness environments. Balanced rhythmic energy and flowing melodic patterns have been linked to improved focus and endurance in movement-based activities, such as yoga or cardio classes (Karageorghis & Priest, 2012). The track’s cue points, loop potential, and BPM stability make it a reliable asset for DJs seeking to maintain dynamic energy in set flow, while its crowd reaction potential is amplified by its euphoric yet intimate nature. Every element—from its pristine sound design to its emotional resonance—reflects a deep understanding of both technical craft and human response to music. “This Is Our Life” thus stands as a testament to CRi’s mastery in producing music that transcends the dancefloor to impact listeners on a psychological and physiological level. #PureGold Loveit [/content]
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Suggested Bibliography:
Salimpoor, V. N., Benovoy, M., Larcher, K., Dagher, A., & Zatorre, R. J. (2011). Anatomically distinct dopamine release during anticipation and experience of peak emotion to music. Nature Neuroscience, 14(2), 257-262.
Thoma, M. V., Ryf, S., Mohiyeddini, C., Ehlert, U., & Nater, U. M. (2013). Emotion regulation through listening to music in everyday situations. Cognition & Emotion, 27(3), 534-543.
Karageorghis, C. I., & Priest, D. L. (2012). Music in the exercise domain: a review and synthesis. International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 5(1), 44-66.
Juslin, P. N., & Västfjäll, D. (2008). Emotional responses to music: The need to consider underlying mechanisms. Behavioral and Brain Sciences, 31(5), 559-575.
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