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20:14:00

 



Lyrics, titles … They have a habit of taking on lives of their own, adding extra layers of meaning — sometimes far, far beyond their original intentions. This February’s ‘Side Effects’ by B Jones was one such example and following her pen-to-paper writing of its song, ‘Stronger’ will doubtless be another.

Both now carry that extra echo of the circumstances the DJ/producer found herself in at the start of this year.

Following her lymphoma diagnosis and the battle she’s been forced to fight beyond club and studio walls, ‘Stronger’s strength-against-adversity grain could scarcely run deeper.

Her lyrics find the resolve needed to meet life’s hardest chapters, while keeping the flame not just alight, but burning bright. The song’s “storms” and “scars” are cast as the very elements that forge her resilience, and by the time ‘Stronger’s chorus hits, the headwinds themselves are being harnessed as a higher power.

Says B Jones of the track, "Stronger is more than a title; it is a testament to survival. This song, along with the music I’ve been creating over the past months, was written in the heart of my battle with cancer, a time when music became my lifeline and my greatest weapon.

It’s about the scars we don't always see and the internal storms we face. Producing this anthem while navigating treatment was my way of reclaiming my power. Every difficult chapter can become the foundation for something more powerful, and for me, music has always been the way to transform that pain into light.

My hope is that when people hear this track, they don't just hear a song, they feel the pulse of someone who refused to let the darkness win. We are all capable of being stronger than our circumstances."
Around ‘Stronger’ lyrical fortitude, Bea has packed a trance-fired primetimer — one whose early stages ripple with sub-melody and are propelled onwards by an infective one-note bassline. ‘Stronger’, however, saves its heart-in-mouth key changes and floor-ripping mainline for when the crowd need them most.


There’s no force in the universe more capable of carrying us through hard times than music. As art mirrors life and life mirrors art, B Jones’s ‘Stronger’ hits just that touch harder. It's out now on all streaming and sales portals, and you can discover it for yourself right here. 

Tracklist:
01: B Jones – ‘Stronger’ (Extended Mix)
02: B Jones – ‘Stronger’ (Original Mix)




Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]B Jones’s “Stronger” is a masterclass in modern trance production that seamlessly fuses emotional storytelling with impeccable technical execution. The track opens with a subtle sub-melody and a driving one-note bassline, creating an immediate sense of propulsion that sets the rhythmic foundation. The groove is meticulously crafted, with tight percussive layers and a consistent 150 BPM tempo that ensures both club and festival compatibility. Each kick and bass interaction is calibrated for maximum energy transfer, helping DJs maintain flawless set flow and sync ease. This grounding rhythm supports an ascending structure of melodic hooks and harmonic layers that bloom as the track progresses, delivering a euphoric, anthemic quality that resonates both on the dance floor and in personal listening contexts. The track’s transitions, drops, and build-ups are executed with precision, benefitting from a thoughtful use of effects and spatial design. Sweeps, risers, and reverb tails guide the listener effortlessly from section to section, while the dynamic range remains carefully balanced to maintain loudness without sacrificing impact. When the main drop lands, the track delivers a cathartic release—a culmination of tightly wound energy that amplifies crowd reaction potential. The key changes and anthemic melodic surges heighten the emotional resonance, turning “Stronger” into a sonic journey that embodies resilience and triumph. Production quality is a highlight, with crystal-clear mixing that allows each element—from the punchy low-end to the soaring vocal harmonies—to occupy its own space. The use of stereo imaging and spatial effects enhances immersion, giving the track a three-dimensional feel that envelops listeners. B Jones’s vocal performance is emotionally raw yet technically refined, carrying the lyrical message of survival and inner strength with clarity and impact. Her storytelling is woven into the music’s structure, creating cohesion across the arrangement and reinforcing the track’s narrative arc. This artistic authenticity elevates the song beyond a club banger into a powerful emotional statement. Scientific research supports the positive effects of music like “Stronger” on mental health and physical wellness. Studies have shown that high-BPM rhythmic music can enhance endurance and motivation during fitness activities (Karageorghis & Priest, 2012), while emotionally uplifting tracks promote dopamine release, improving mood and reducing stress (Salimpoor et al., 2011). Furthermore, lyrics that convey hope and resilience contribute to cognitive reframing, which has been linked to improved mental well-being (Thoma et al., 2013). In wellness classes and therapeutic settings, trance tracks such as “Stronger” can foster flow states, enhance group cohesion, and encourage emotional release—making them powerful tools for both personal and communal health. “Stronger” thus succeeds on every evaluative criterion: its rhythm and groove drive momentum effortlessly; its melodic and harmonic writing captivates; its drops and builds are timed for maximum emotional and physical impact; its production demonstrates expert sound design and balance; and its lyrical and vocal elements cement it as a track with exceptional replay value and festival readiness. B Jones has not only created a technically flawless trance anthem but also delivered a work of art that resonates deeply with the human experience of resilience. #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). International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 5(1), 44-66.
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 and Emotion, 27(3), 534–543.


22:59:00

Hot on the heels of last year’s speaker-busters ‘Chakra’ (with Vini Vici) and ‘Crowd Control’ (with Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike), plus several mind-boggling productions under their NWYR moniker, W&W have come up with a smashing adaptation of an acclaimed classic. Teaming up with German Eurodance act Groove Coverage, they deliver a modern take on ‘God Is A Girl’ that proves ready to hit mainstages and festivals alike. 
  
Harboring a hint of nostalgia that boils down to the original’s Eurodance roots, ‘God Is A Girl’ sees W&W and Groove Coverage pull out all the stops for a peerless mainstage smash. Bringing the original’s timeless sound to today in dancefloor-wrecking form, they have clearly found another way to make the crowd go crazy. 

One of dance music’s leading acts, W&W boast a slew of unbridled club stompers, from breakthrough single ‘Bigfoot’ to the more recent ‘Arcade’ (with Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike), ‘How Many’, ‘Live The Night’ (with Hardwell and Lil Jon) and ‘Chakra’ (with Vini Vici), each becoming reputable live set fixtures and festival highlights across the globe. Voted the #14 DJs in the world in DJ Mag’s annual Top 100 DJs poll (of 2017), the Dutchmen have proven time and time again that their ever-tempestuous productions are rightfully considered esteemed essentials across the festival circuit. This collaboration with Groove Coverage easily fits the same bill.

With four studio albums and a range of successful songs under their belt (eleven songs in the German Top 50 and over 13 million records sold worldwide), Groove Coverage have made a big contribution to the dance music culture, scoring big in the official charts of Germany, Austria and Belgium with ‘God Is A Girl’ and other seminal singles. This modern-day interpretation of their 2002 smash hit is bound to reawaken that same fire in the hearts of many dance music fans.



Dimitri Kechagias review:
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 [item value="10"]Sound-design and Arrangement[/item]
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 [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"]Dancefloor Efficiency / Festival Arenas Effectiveness[/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]
 [item value="10"]W&W and Groove Coverage - God Is A Girl[/item]
 [content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]W&W team up with Groove Coverage to revamp in 2018 mainstage festival style the magnificent God Is A Girl. The track is pumping, dynamic, euphoric, feel good, happy with pop singalong vocals and uplifting rave style synthy hooks. Great breakbeat breakdown travel the mind and euphoric anthemic climax ensures maximum energy flow on any mainstage this summer. It sounds like future pop radio smash hit that will introduce W&W to a wider audience. #PurePop Love IT [/content]
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Additional info:
Connect with W&W:
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https://www.facebook.com/wandwofficial
http://www.twitter.com/wandwmusic

Connect with Mainstage Music:
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https://www.facebook.com/MainstageMusic
http://www.twitter.com/mainstage_music

Connect with Groove Coverage:
https://www.facebook.com/GrooveCoverage

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21:36:00

DAMAE, singer, songwriter, DJane, presenter and producer! Known for more than a decade as face and voice of FRAGMA with top 10 international rankings such as "You Are Alive", "Memory" and many other hits.

She performed worldwide in PACHA with DAVID GUETTA and in the legendary SPACE in Ibiza. And of course at various festivals and on TV at Top Of The Pops and Club Rotation at VIVA. She toured halfway across the world, from Australia to Brazil, England, Scandinavia, USA, Russia, France and many other destinations.

DAMAE  had her own dance music show "DANCE DISTRICT" on ONYX TV as a presenter. She interviewed artists like TIESTO, PAUL VAN DYK and many other world-famous artists. As a singer and songwriter she worked with SCHILLER and KYAU & ALBERT on various projects. As a permanent member of the TIGER RECORDS family, she was also supported by her mentor GOTTFRIED ENGELS as a solo artist DAMAE and she has released singles with artists such as LUCA DEBONAIRE and MEKKI MARTIN.

Now she is back and wrote together with the Dutch songwriting team Jarin Lourens and Mjike Breepool the brilliant song "ILLUSION"! The mastermind Florian Süselbeck completes the dream team.

"ILLUSION" with a phatt remix package! THE SUSPECT, REGA and a Mega Mix by GARRY OCEAN, who has remixed  ROBIN SCHULZ, BOB SINCLAIR and AKON! The music video was shot in IBIZA, which brings the summer vibes back to you in the cold autumn !!!





Stream or buy here : https://damae.lnk.to/illusion
Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/release/illusion/2155268

Dimitri Kechagias review:
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 [item value="10"] Melody [/item]
 [item value="10"] Synths [/item]
 [item value="10"]Vocals and Lyrics[/item]
 [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"]Dancefloor Efficiency / Festival Arenas Effectiveness[/item]
 [item value="10"]Radio Friendly[/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]
 [item value="10"]Damae - Illusion[/item]
 [content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"] Illusion is the brand new pop dance anthem from the well known German artist Damae released 17th of November on the top label Miami Records. The original version is a feel good fluffy pop dance track with nice warm beats, punchy future bass basslines, uplifting piano chords, happy synthy lines and as always great innocent and sweet vocal performance by the one and only Damae. The remix package will please diverse range of audiences. Garry Ocean will turn the original into a deep melodic dreamy pop dance track with tropical infusions and great organic drums. Piano melody to dream away and euphoric feel good climax that is impossible to resist and not start dancing around with your finest shinning smile in your face.  Rega remix has an old school electro pop touch with easy to ear melodic trance sound while the warped main synthy hook adds psy trance elements to the proceedings supported by dark guitar riff. Finally for the hands up/hard dance lovers The Suspect injects his pumping and tough metallic basslines, fast tempo and feel good rhythm to sing and jump like there is no tomorrow. Lets leave our Illusion with closed eyes and open ears. #PureGold Love IT[/content]
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Additional info:
Follow Damae:
http://damae.com
https://www.facebook.com/Damae.Offical/
https://www.facebook.com/damaeklein
https://www.facebook.com/damaeconcept/
https://www.instagram.com/damae_official
https://twitter.com/damaeklein
https://www.snapchat.com/add/damaefragma
https://www.linkedin.com/in/damae-klein

09:54:00

Tiger Records Party Power

Sharpheadz - Tears Don't Lie 

Sharpheadz with their 2nd single on Tiger Records, incl. Hands Up Version by DJ Paffendorf & Manila





Out on Beatport : 07.02.2015

Dimitri Kechagias review: Tiger records presents the latest big room / festival house anthem by Sharpheadz that is of course the massive remake of the Mark Oh Number 1 hit and rave classic Tears Dont Lie that was inspired by the German 1974 hit Tränen lügen nicht performed by Michael Holm. Sharpheadz combine perfectly the heavy drums with aggressive raw basslines and the superb vocal that you will hum for days after you will listen to it. The drop is powerful to the maximum with percussive groovy melodies and cool stop and goes effects along with house style vocal samples.  The 2nd breakdown is longer allowing the heavenly relaxing vocal to expand even more and tease the crowd for the final headbanging earthshaking drop. The 2nd remix will surprise the younger fans of EDM who maybe don't know the huge hands up / hard trance movement in Germany. The beloved DJ Paffendorf & Manila deliver the full on high nrg version packed with banging booming beats, driving dynamic basslines and excellent application of the heavenly vocal in the long breakdown along with euphoric synthy hooks. The climax is epic hands in the air with euphoric synths and some hardstyle influences as well. Top version for those who keep the rave flag alive. Great romantic rave memories brought to you by Germany's number 1 Electronic Music label. 100% Tiger Weapons. Love iT


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