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07:20:00

 


In 1999, "Follow Me" emerged produced by Claus Terhoeven (Cosmic Gate), Erich Schmeier, and Andre Wevers. This Anthem quickly became a worldwide club hit, with iconic mixes by Timo Maas, Cosmic Gate and DJ JamX & De Leon’s DuMonde. It was released on Drizzly Music Sublabel "Club Guerilla".

Twenty-six years later, the very known producer DuMonde, JAMX, and D.Mand have reunited the legacy with a contemporary rework of their classic mix. The new version is high-energy and primed for primetime, built to ignite main stages and festival arenas.

As with the original, the melody remains infectious and instantly recognizable, delivering 100% euphoria from intro to outro. A fresh production sensibility sits alongside beloved motifs, ensuring both nostalgia and modern club dynamics.

Green Court had in the 1990s and 2000s, together with Marc Dawn and De/Vision, several successful tracks in the Media Control Charts.

About the remixer : German Hard Trance project DuMonde emerged in 1997 as a collaboration between René Dumont, Jürgen Mutschall, and Dominik de León. With a powerful blend of euphoric melodies and driving energy, the project quickly carved out a space in the international trance scene. Their early release Tomorrow (1998) became a breakthrough success, entering Germany’s Top Ten and appearing on numerous major label compilations worldwide. Further success followed with subsequent singles as See the Light (1999) and Just Feel Free (Tomorrow 2000).

In early 2001, René Dumont left the group. DuMonde continued as a duo, releasing iconic trance tracks as Never Look Back, Memory, God Music, Human, and Ich will raus / Let me out —timeless anthems still heard in clubs today.

Their remixes for Binary Finary, Alice Deejay, Push, and Barthezz showcased their distinct sound and secured their place in the golden era of trance. Mutschall (aka JAMX) and de León (aka De Leon) became key figures in shaping the early 2000s German trance scene.

After disbanding in 2007 to pursue solo careers, DuMonde made a surprise comeback in 2024 with Sometimes. Now led by founding member Jürgen Mutschall and joined by producer Daniel Körber (aka D.Mand), DuMonde is once again pushing trance forward—honoring their roots while embracing the future.





Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[item value="10"]Green Court meets DuMonde - Follow me (JAMX & D Mand Rework 2K25) [/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]The 2025 rework of “Follow Me,” crafted by the legendary DuMonde aka JAMX and D.Mand, is a masterclass in modern trance production. At 143 BPM, the track immediately propels listeners into a state of high-energy euphoria, perfectly aligning with the ethos of festival-ready, mainstage anthems. The rework intelligently condenses its arrangement compared to the original, delivering a more compact punch designed for instant impact in both live sets and digital playlists. From a technical production perspective, the track demonstrates exceptional rhythm, groove, and drive. Layered percussive elements and a tight kick-bass relationship create a propulsive low-end foundation, ensuring seamless energy flow across transitions, drops, and build-ups. Harmonic layering is meticulously executed, with arpeggiated synths and shimmering pads that maintain melodic hooks while providing a rich stereo field. The sound design stands out with modern trance textures—crystalline leads, warm midrange plucks, and atmospheric sweeps—crafted to produce both emotional depth and club-ready impact. The arrangement and structure are highly cohesive, dynamically balancing tension and release. Shorter segments and strategic cue points allow DJs to integrate the track effortlessly into live sets, while carefully-engineered transitions maximize crowd reaction potential. The use of effects and spatial processing—such as stereo delays, reverb swells, and automated filter sweeps—immerses the listener in a multidimensional soundscape, enhancing both atmosphere and emotional resonance. Beyond its club and festival suitability, this rework has notable applications in fitness and wellness contexts. High-BPM electronic music has been shown to elevate heart rate and endurance, supporting performance in cardio workouts, spin sessions, and high-intensity interval training (HIIT). Research by Karageorghis & Priest (2012) highlights how rhythmic, high-tempo music can increase motivation and reduce perceptions of effort during exercise. Furthermore, the euphoric melodic structure of trance music has been associated with positive effects on mental health, including stress reduction and mood enhancement, due to the release of dopamine and endorphins during engaging music experiences (Koelsch, 2010). Listeners may also experience an immersive flow state, where the combination of dynamic range, harmonic development, and pulsating rhythm promotes focus and emotional uplift. This makes the track a valuable addition not only to DJ sets but also to playlists for wellness classes, guided movement sessions, and mindful high-energy activities. In conclusion, “Follow Me (JAMX & D Mand Rework 2K25)” exemplifies the perfect balance between nostalgia and innovation. It manages to honor the original’s legacy while delivering a contemporary sonic experience suitable for festivals, clubs, fitness environments, and even mental wellness applications. Its technical precision, emotional impact, and physiological benefits underscore why this rework is a 10/10 across all evaluated criteria. #PureGold Love IT [/content]
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Suggested Bibliography:
Karageorghis, C. I., & Priest, D. L. (2012). Music in the exercise domain: a review and synthesis (Part I and II). International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 5(1), 44–79.
Koelsch, S. (2010). Towards a neural basis of music-evoked emotions. Trends in Cognitive Sciences, 14(3), 131–137.
Thaut, M. H. (2005). Rhythm, Music, and the Brain: Scientific Foundations and Clinical Applications. Routledge.
Schäfer, T., Sedlmeier, P., Städtler, C., & Huron, D. (2013). The psychological functions of music listening. Frontiers in Psychology, 4, 511.
Blood, A. J., & Zatorre, R. J. (2001). Intensely pleasurable responses to music correlate with activity in brain regions implicated in reward and emotion. PNAS, 98(20), 11818–11823.




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09:36:00

 


Guiding Lights gets an exciting melodic-tech remix treatment mix by AL-Faris & Andrew Wooden, a brilliant reimagination of the original track. With infectious progressive beats, deep basslines, and an absorbing sonic arrangement, the AL-Faris & Andrew Wooden Mix takes Guiding Lights to new heights. Seamlessly merging intricate layers of sound, he creates an atmosphere that captivates the senses. AL-Faris & Andrew Wooden, a well-known producer team since the early 90s, has had their releases and remixes on labels such as Harthouse, WePlay, Eye Q, Strictly Rhythm, Primate, Stigmata, Drizzly Eclipse, UPB, Trax Chicago, CLR, TommyBoy and many more.

The thought for the lyrics was that there’s a lot of silent suffering like depression and hardship in people, but with a hope that you don’t have to walk alone or suffer alone. The track Guiding Lights started out in the cold January last year with the working title Indian Summer. It was probably the longing for summer to com e back as the winters can be rough up here in Norway. Abbey made some nice contributions to the track as we were working back and forth on several other tracks with him at that time. We had wanted to work with Amin ever since we heard Lonely Soul and we finally decided to contact him. The result is a wonderful cooperation and the track Guiding Lights.

1. Northern Project & Abbey8k & Amin Salmee - Guiding Lights (AL-Faris & Andrew Wooden Mix)
2. Northern Project & Abbey8k & Amin Salmee - Guiding Lights (Andrew Wooden & AL-Faris Mix)
3. Northern Project & Abbey8k & Amin Salmee - Guiding Lights (AL-Faris & Andrew Wooden Extended Mix)
4. Northern Project & Abbey8k & Amin Salmee - Guiding Lights (Andrew Wooden & AL-Faris Extended Mix)










Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[item value="10"]Northern Project & Abbey8k & Amin Salmee - Guiding Lights [Remixes][/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]The latest remix of "Guiding Lights" by AL-Faris & Andrew Wooden is nothing short of a sonic masterpiece, redefining the original track through an intricate melodic-tech lens. This reimagination showcases their refined production skills, blending infectious progressive beats and deep basslines with an absorbing sonic architecture that elevates the track to unprecedented heights. Technically, the remix thrives on a meticulously crafted 128 BPM backbone, characteristic of progressive house. The basslines are profoundly rich, layered with precision to create a deep, resonant foundation that drives the track’s intensity. Complementing this are the techy kicks—punchy, clean, and calibrated to deliver maximum impact without overpowering the melodic elements. The thumping tribal drums inject a rhythmic vibrancy, adding complexity through polyrhythmic patterns that keep the energy dynamic and engaging. The production values here are stellar. AL-Faris & Andrew Wooden have employed advanced sound design techniques, including the seamless merging of intricate layers using high-quality synthesis and modulation. The hypnotic, dark mood is achieved through atmospheric pads, reverb-drenched synth swells, and subtle automation that adds movement and depth. The vocals, mesmerizing and ethereal, are processed with precision—utilizing reverb, delay, and subtle pitch modulation to enhance their emotional resonance without overshadowing the instrumental components. From a DJ's perspective, this remix is highly versatile. Its progressive trance and melodic house elements make it an ideal addition to sets aiming to build emotional peaks and hypnotic valleys. The track’s structure facilitates smooth transitions, with breakdowns and build-ups that are both dramatic and controlled, allowing DJs to manipulate energy levels adeptly. The nostalgic touch embedded within its melodic framework recalls infectious late '90s anthems, adding a timeless quality that resonates with diverse audiences. Overall, "Guiding Lights" in its AL-Faris & Andrew Wooden Mix incarnation is a prime example of how technical prowess, creative arrangement, and emotional depth can coalesce into a track that is both dancefloor-ready and sonically profound. #PureGold indeed. Love IT [/content]
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06:09:00

 




1. Marc Dawn - Expander (Sasha Vatoff Extended Remix)
2. Marc Dawn - Expander (Sasha Vatoff Remix)
3. Marc Dawn - Expander (Original Mix)

Marc Dawn‘s Expander is an epic trance classic anthem and originally released on Drizzly Music’s sublabel Logport Recordings in 2002. Written and produced by Claus Terhoeven (Cosmic Gate), Andre Wevers, Erich Schmeier, Marc Dawn. The Swiss trance legend Wavetraxx and Australian mastermind Sasha Vatoff (formerly Binary Finary) put their hands on this master tune. After the successful release of the Wavetraxx Mix, we are proud to announce PT2, which contains the 2K25 Sasha Vatoff Mix and the Original Mix. The mixes reflect the classic and nowadays trance era.





Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[item value="10"]Marc Dawn - Expander (Sasha Vatoff Extended Remix) [/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Marc Dawn's seminal track "Expander" receives a masterful re-imagining by Sasha Vatoff, an artist renowned for his expertise in remixing classic trance anthems. Vatoff's version is a 140 BPM euphoric trance masterpiece that showcases his deep understanding of both the technical and emotional elements required to elevate a track to epic proportions.
The production begins with a solid foundation of huge metallic basslines, crafted with precision using layered sub-bass and distorted mid-range elements to create a powerful, driving force. The bass design employs sidechain compression to achieve that quintessential pulsing effect, perfectly synchronized with the track’s thumping drums and tough kicks. The kicks are meticulously processed, featuring tight EQing and transient shaping to ensure they cut through the dense mix without overwhelming the other elements. Euphoric synths are at the heart of Vatoff's remake, with rich, layered leads that combine supersaw waveforms, complex modulated filters, and subtle detuning to create a wall of sound that feels both expansive and emotionally charged. The use of reverb and delay effects adds to the spatial depth, giving the synths a soaring, ethereal quality. The breakdown is a standout feature, dominated by a stunning cinematic orchestral reinterpretation of the original themes. Vatoff integrates meticulously arranged strings, including dynamic violin sections that add a dramatic, almost film-score-like intensity. The operatic chorus voices are harmonized with precision, layered with reverb and subtle pitch modulation to enhance their haunting, majestic presence. As the track builds toward its climax, Vatoff skillfully reintroduces the big synth hooks with a crescendo of automation techniques—filter sweeps, rising white noise, and gradual increases in reverb tails—adding to the adrenaline-charged anticipation. The drop explodes with mouthwatering energy, featuring adrenaline-pumping melodies and stunning euphoric synths that are both harmonically rich and rhythmically engaging. Overall, Sasha Vatoff’s re-imagining of "Expander" is not just a remix; it’s an epic anthemic trance experience. His meticulous attention to production details, innovative sound design, and masterful arrangement techniques result in a track that is both technically impressive and emotionally exhilarating. #PureGold indeed. #LoveIT [/content]
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01:09:00

 


Wavetraxx and Jaron Inc. have released great trance music on Drizzly Records for 25 years. Their latest hit Summerbreeze was a collaboration that took us to another level. They teamed up again to create an epic trance anthem titled Never Be The Same Again. This song will make you move and lose yourself in ecstasy. Enjoy it on Drizzly Eclipse.




Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[item value="10"]Jaron Inc. & Wavetraxx - Never Be The Same Again [/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"] Jaron Inc. and  Wavetraxx combine their artistic flair once again to deliver the stunning Never Be The Same Again. Powerful uplifting euphoric trance at its very best coming in two mixes from the respective artists. Jaron Inc. version is your perfect after summer uplifter with punchy drums, energetic metallic basslines and thumping kicks while on top orchestral strings and guitar riffs lead the track to its ethereal breakdown when the classical music influences are evident with orchestral themes, melancholic piano chords and magical opera like female vocals. Variety of memorable synthy plucks build the suspense towards the full on uplifting climax that is clean, crispy and perfect to elevate any trance DJ set. Wavetraxx follows the uplifting trance direction with driving basslines, punchy kicks, pounding kicks, cool old school favoured trance synthy layers that slowly meet the orchestral theme in order to lead us in his cinematic breakdown full of epic anthemic strings and huge synthy plucks that build the tension towards the big uplifting euphoric climax. Super euphoric and anthem with strong classical music backbone that the guys know very well how to handle successfully. #PureGold Love iT[/content]
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05:51:00


California Nights, a collaboration with Finnish songwriter and vocalist Lyd14, h.x.e. unveils a captivating blend of trance and EDM. Lyd14's diverse vocal styles, her exceptional lyrical and melodic prowess, make this track an absolute standout. This collaboration underscores h.x.e.'s commitment to pushing boundaries and solidifies his status as a leading figure in the trance scene. In combination with Lyd14 gorgeous vocals the lead melody transports us into another world for a peak time hands in the air affair. With tracks like California Nights, h.x.e. & LYD14 continues to transport listeners to euphoric realms. As he navigates uncharted sonic territories, the journey promises more thrilling experiences for fans and fellow trance enthusiasts alike. The release contains a mesmerizing remix by Sven Kuhlmann. With her latest success on Drizzly Eclipse "Wavetraxx & Lyd14 - Eternal Glow", Lyd14 strikes back with another outstanding epic vocal trance productions. A promising club package! h.x.e. has his debut on Drizzly Music! From Finland's enchanting landscapes, h.x.e. emerges as a celebrated DJ and producer, known for crafting evocative soundscapes. h.x.e.'s journey through sound began with a deep-rooted passion for electronic music that ignited during his formative years. Drawing inspiration from Finland's mesmerizing landscapes, he embarked on a path to create melodies that transport listeners to ethereal realms. In a monumental moment in his career, h.x.e. graced the stage at the Summer Sound Festival in Helsinki. This prestigious event featured a stellar line-up, with h.x.e. sharing the spotlight with legends like Solarstone, ATB, Aly & Fila, and more. This experience marked a turning point, propelling him into the ranks of trance luminary. h.x.e. had his latest releases on labels such as Nocturnal Knights Music, Elliptical Sun Recordings, Grotesque Music and many more. Lyd14 (pronounced Lydia) is a Finnish songwriter and vocalist. Since the beginning of the 2000's she has been an influencer in the Finnish EDM scene. She started making electronic music as a kid in the early 1990's using Amiga 500 and trackers, living through the golden years of the birth of EDM. Lyd14 has a background with classical music education from conservatory. She is a trained classical singer and pianist, vocal coach and mentor, also worked as an A&R in EDM music industry. Lydia is very well known in Finland as the original front vocalist of EDM group Chorale and the singer of the legendary hit Univiidakko. She went on Chorale's journey for almost a decade in 2000's, performing hundreds of gigs and releasing several singles and two albums. After a long break, she returned to the electronic music field under the alias Lyd14 in 2020, when trance was chosen as the genre. Over the course of a few years, she has grown her network globally and is currently working with inter nationally influential producers as both a vocalist and a songwriter in various teams, writing music to other artists as well. She is well known from her ability to make memorable vocal lines and create amazing harmonies. Today she is definitely one of the most interesting voices in trance / EDM. Lyd14's music is supported by ASOT, Andrew Rayel, Sean Tyas, Steve Allen, Ori Uplift, Eximinds, Manuel Le Saux, Allen Watts, Roman Messer, Artento Divini, Dave Pearce, Xijaro & Pitch, Photographer, Somna etc... Sven Kuhlmann is a music producer and DJ. His years of experience in this field make him an established part of the music scene. He collaborates with a wide variety of national and international Artist on a regular basis and is a sought-after remixer. In the past couple of years, he released over 500 productions, which were published by the most renowned national and international music labels. His music can also be heard playing on the radio and television. Multiple of his songs got placed in various national as well as international charts. Sven Kuhlmann is also in high demand as a DJ. His heart beats for house music, which one can hear in his passion filled sets. Because of his wide musical range, his sets have their own personal note. This is validated by his many regular club, open air, and festival performances




Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]h.x.e. & Lyd14 collaborate for the instantly attractive anthem California Nights. h.x.e. production is full on mainstage trance at its best with feel good melodies and pounding basslines along with tough drums along with dreamy ethereal vocals by Lyd14 who is currently one of the most active singers in the trance scene. Superb production to the point that is sweet and cinematic in the breakdown followed by euphoric synthy stabs to blow your whistles.  Sven Kuhlmann transforms the original into deeper melodic progressive trance with stunning groove and dominating basslines while the melodies are staying at the background focusing on the big basslines and tribalish progressive hypnotic atmosphere. Both versions will find support and acceptance from any DJ who likes great vocal trance to play in mainstage or balearic trance sets. #PureGold Love iT[/content]
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05:18:00

 

Wavetraxx and Jaron Inc. has been carving out uplifting hard trance masterpieces on Drizzly Records since 25 years. Their last and very successful collaboration Cloudsurfer bombed you into other spheres.

The two trance titans teamed up again and create the powerful and melodic epic trance anthem Summerbreeze.Summerbreeze makes your body tremble and guaranteed to make you lose yourself into ecstasy. An energetic trance pounding masterpiece on Drizzly Eclipse. Summerbreeze appears in two parts. Part 1 contains the Wavetraxx Mixes, Part 2 the Jaron Inc. Mixes.

Find it here: https://drizzly.complete.me/summerbreeze2




Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[item value="10"]Wavetraxx vs. Jaron Inc. -  Summerbreeze Part 1 & Part 2 [/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Wavetraxx vs. Jaron Inc collaborate for the instant uplifting anthem  Summerbreeze. The track includes 2 great remixes to choose from or play both of them. Wavetraxx is tough driving melodic energetic peak time monster trancer with floating atmosphere and clever sound design packed with great synthy plucks and magical breakdown full of belearic guitar riffs to transfer you to your favourite summer resort. The epic anthemic climax is superbly produced with great focus on the big synthy hook and nostalgic early 90's flavors incl cool acid layers. Jaron Inc remix adopts tougher harder metallic basslines, pounding grooves, punchy kicks and great balearic guitar riff in the breakdown. The big anthemic synths drive the track to its crescendo moment that will please any trance head worldwide. Pure clean and to the point this is uplifting as it should be done. #PureGold Love IT [/content]
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04:33:00


Wooden’N‘Farley had their first joint venture already in 1995. They had selected house releases over the past years and in 2017 a full album release on the legendary Chicago house label TRAX. ON A TRIP is a rollin and trippin melodic deep tech production in cooperation with the very known AL-Faris (Harthouse, Tonspiel/WePlay, Drizzly Eclipse....)

The Single contains a vocal mix by DJ Sherry. Sherry is undoubtedly one of Germanys most famous and successful DJs and producers. Sherrys personal list of achievements includes various residencies in the most influential German and European clubs as well as numerous Radio and TV appearances. His discography reads like the who-is-who of European and International artists. With numerous Platinum and Gold achievements, he ranks among the best of his contemporary colleagues. DJ Sherry, the maestro behind countless platinum hits, has been the unseen hand shaping some of the most iconic tracks in modern music. His latest success is his new single „AIRPLANE MODE“, in co-operation with two-time Billboard chart-topper and Grammy-nominated rap icon, Petey Pablo ! 

This time Sherry delivers a clubbin vocal mix and put his hands on AL-Faris & Wooden’N‘Farley new release „ON A TRIP“

AL-Faris since 1986 in the musicbiz, Producer, DJ and founder of Drizzly Music Production 1993 in Frankfurt am Main. Production and publishing titles have been awarded over the years with Gold and Multi-Platinum and were among other things regularly represented in the German Top 100. He works as label, producer and remixer with many well known artists, such as Giorgio Moroder, Jody Watley, Deborah Cox, Cosmic Gate, Timo Maas, DJ Shog, Tukan, Green Court, Marc Dawn, AYU, Jamie Lewis, Tiesto, Paul Van Dyk, Armin Van Buuren, Ferry Corsten, Andre Walter, Paul Johnson, Junior Jack, Major Boys, DJ Antoine, Mike DAbo, Colonel Abrams, Sharon Williams, York, Funkstar De Luxe, Superfunk, Richard Grey, Blank & Jones, Soulshaker, Carmelo Carone, DJ Worris, Sven Kuhlmann, Superfinger, Jay Frog, Alex Metzger, Joe Smooth..... He had releases and cooperation with labels such as Ministry Of Sound, Kontor, Harthouse, Autektone, Armada, Trax Chicago, Ultra, Positiva, Drizzly, Warner, EMI, Universal, Perfecto, Primate, Sony, Spinnin', BeYourself, Purple Eye, WePlay/Tonspiel, Raison, Vandit, Tommy Boy, RE:Load Rec... just to name a few ....... and a US Billboard Number 1 (Dance Club Songs) as a Remixer.

Find it here: https://alfariswoodennfarley.fanlink.to/onatrip



Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]AL-Faris feat. Wooden'N'Farley presents the top track  On a Trip. The track is showcase of the high quality that AL-Faris has delivered through the years. The original is pure driving tribal organic floating house production with guitar riffs and superb drive that keeps you floating and dancing with hands in the air. No vocals just the tribal groove that pushes the mind and body to feel free and experience the fantastic sounds.  The underground Chicago House fans will definitely find a fantastic modern update of their beloved genre. On the other hand  Dj Sherry provides the Vocal Mix who adds some very sweet female vocal top lines to sing-a-long and turn the track into a more accessible release perfect for daytime radio play. It has the underground credibility and the cool mainstream appeal that will mesmerize the audiences in clubs and spotify playlists. #PureGold Love IT  [/content]
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NYÄE NYAE, a Hamburg-based artist and producer, passionately explores electronic sounds and embraces extraordinary voices. Crafting a unique musical style that blends elements of Electronica, Downtempo, and Deep House, NYÄE NYAE recently saw his latest release, 'The Flow feat. Sam Adler' (Drizzly Black Eclipse), secure a place in the Top 10 of the Swiss Dance charts.

Born and raised in a quaint village in Northern Germany, NYÄE NYAE's musical journey commenced at the age of 13 when he founded his first band as a drummer. From playing in rock and electronic rock bands to drawing inspiration from influential artists like Bonobo, Four Tet, Weval, Parra for Cuva, Jon Hopkins, and Max Cooper, NYÄE NYAE has evolved a distinctive musical style. Seamlessly fusing atmospheric textures with intricate rhythms and astounding vocals, he creates an immersive sonic experience.

Beyond his studio work with releases on Boy’s Deep Records (Kontor/Universal) and Drizzly Black Eclipse (Black Hole Recordings/ROBA), NYÄE NYAE has featured remarkable live sets during events such as the renowned Indian Spirit Festival in both 2022 and 2023.

The name NYÄE NYAE pays homage to the Nyae Nyae Conservancy in Namibia—a place of profound natural beauty and cultural significance. Pronounced as "Ni-eh Ni-eh" (/ni-ɛ ni-ɛ/), the name reflects NYÄE NYAE's deep reverence for nature and his desire to infuse his music with a sense of connection to the world around him.

Discography:
The Flow (CAAVA Remix), 2023
The Flow feat. Sam Adler, 2023
Bliss ft. Soría (2023)
Golden Thread ft. Danielle A. Harris (2022)
Kaemha ft. Clara Lo (2021)
Sticks & Stones ft. Clara Lo (2021)
Growing Down ft. Mara (2020)
Distorted ft. Clara Lo (2019)
What Matters ft. Clara Lo (2019)


Best of 2023

1-a) Best track(s) from other fellow artists of 2023. Why you choose this particular track, please share with us the reasons?production techniques & crowd reactions on it.


NYÄE NYAE: Baby Again by Fred Again.., Four Tet & Skrillex. Those guys are just so funny and cool. A perfect match, both musically and personally. It's so much fun seeing their performances at Times Square and Madison Square Garden and it's really amazing what they have achieved.

1-b) Best of 2023 personal productions and for what you reasons you choose these particular tracks, is it because of technical challenges, crowd reaction in the club or was it your most successful single/album?


NYÄE NYAE: The Flow' was definitely my highlight. Working with Sam Adler was super fun; we had a great connection, and I loved all of her ideas. I remember writing parts of the track in a hotel room high up in Madrid, overlooking the vast 'Plaza de España' crossing. The view from up there, seeing all those tiny people and cars, inspired me for the video idea. It's funny how everything came together in the end — the crossing, the video, the lyrics, even the title, which came later, fits perfectly.

2) Best Artist of 2023(DJ & producer). Tell us why you believe he/she is the best, the factors that have influence you to choose this particular artist. What you appreciate the most from that artist. 


NYÄE NYAE: For me, the best producer of all time and also of 2023 is Simon Green, aka Bonobo. I'm amazed at how he consistently hits it every time. Unfortunately, he only released one track this year ('Fold') because he was touring like mad again. But I'll bet he'll drop another full album next year.

3) Best Remix(es) from other fellow artists of 2023. For what reasons you chose this particular remix, i.e. production proficiency, technical reasons creativity and imagination of the remixer :


NYÄE NYAE: I was super excited to hear CAAVA's reinterpretation of my track 'The Flow', and I think he did a great job. It's really special to hear someone else interpreting your song.

4) Best New Talent of 2023 (DJ or producer), for what reasons you choose this particular artist? Do you know him/her personally?


NYÄE NYAE: I discovered Nick Ribbin this year; his track 'Die with You' and the vocals from Em Glasser are really cool. It reminds me a bit of Pretty Lights (by the way, it's about time he brings out some new stuff too!).

5) Best electronic dance music label of 2023. Please explain the reason behind your choice? what you particularly like or appreciate about this particular label?quality of tracks, great rooster of artists, personal connection?:


NYÄE NYAE: For me Ninja Tune deserves this title, they keep coming up with new talents and are constantly collecting great artists just like DJ Kozé and Róisín Murphy this year. And of course Drizzly Black Eclipse & Black Hole Recordings, I love working with them, they are super enthusiastic and just cool guys.

6) Best music composition software and hardware of 2023 with short comment. Why you believe this particular software/hardware deserves to be named as the best? great new features, easy to navigate, compose & produce? The advantages of this particular software & hardware that makes it to stand out.

NYÄE NYAE: I'll vote for Studio One, it's stable, fast and I got very used to it. Instrument-wise I fell in love with Diva. Even though it's pretty old and not a 2023 release, the sounds are still fresh and unique. I also use Pigments a lot, the Teletone stuff, the Spitfire Olafur Arnalds collection, Massive, Omnisphere ... Basically in every track I use Waves CR8-Sampler, The integrated sample finder and the sound manipulation options are a good way to come up with something interesting.

7) Your Best personal DJ Gig & DJ performance of 2023. Where and when did you perform there? any funny incidents happened during particular performance; great crowd reactions. If there is video or sound recording please provide the link.


NYÄE NYAE: The Indian Spirit Festival in Eastern Germany: I played on Saturday late afternoon with the wonderful vocalist and my good friend Mara into the sunset. It was such a great and peaceful atmosphere, with everyone smiling, and all people including the crew were like a big family.

8) Best DJ set from other fellow DJ (actual or online) of 2023. Why you believe is the strongest and best DJ set? great mixing/track selection/development of the mix:

NYÄE NYAE: Max Cooper and his Live 3D A/V show in the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg were amazing. He combines his music with several layers of crazy visual projections. Experiencing this in the special atmosphere of the Elbphilharmonie was intense and cool.

9) Best technical tips/production skills that you learnt in 2023 in relation to your DJing or music productions:

NYÄE NYAE: The next VST you buy will be your missing link to success. Not.

10) Best piece of personal or music business' advice you got in relation to your career in 2023 and has helped you to progress even further and can help others who will read this interview:

NYÄE NYAE: Follow your dreams and never give up. Cheesy but true I guess ...

Dimitris: Do you have any concrete plans for 2024 regarding future releases, tracks, albums, collaborations, DJ gigs? Please provide us the juicy details.

NYÄE NYAE: Yes, I'm working on several tracks that will be released next year. I'm also starting with the first video ideas and all the stuff around a new release. Collaborations are still secret, but there are two really exciting ones to come that I'm looking forward to. And, of course, I hope to be back at the "official" Summer Closing Festival in September.

Dimitris: Your message & wishes for 2024.

NYÄE NYAE: I hope you'll discover lots of great music and can fully enjoy it! :)

Thanks so much to NYÄE NYAE for his fantastic answers.

Thanks so much to Al-Faris from Drizzly Music for arranging this interview.

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