Woody van Eyden & Gil Zambrano team up with Cheryl Barnes for a beautiful and energetic Vocal Trancer! This is “Embrace The Rainbow”.
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[item value="10"]Woody van Eyden & Gil Zambrano with Cheryl Barnes - Embrace The Rainbow[/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Woody van Eyden is definitely one of the true trance pioneers and besides his own trance anthems, he is behind many other well known hits plus he always offers his advice to upcoming talents with his music production courses. His release on Universal Nation with Gil Zambrano and Cheryl Barnes on vocals is superb start for 2019. Embrace The Rainbow comes in two very different and really well produced versions. The original vocal version is straight forward uplifting trancer truly sincere, honest and straight to the point with warm atmospheres, big uplifting epic synths and of course very sweet vocals with simple lyrics that sound very positive and inspiring. The Guitar Mix on the other hand is not just the instrumental version but also has the balearic vibe that is relaxing, smooth and truly summery perfect to warm hearts when is cold and very dark outside. It has that early 2000 spirit in it and brings back that trance that is based on great melodic themes and embracing sound design! #PureGold Love IT [/content]
Nadi Sunrise is one of the most famous female Trance DJanes and producers. As a member of HeavensGate/Universal Nation she started producing. She played already at big festivals like at Nature One. Her tracks has beenplayed already by a lot of big names like Armin van Buuren, Woody van Eyden, Ferry Corsten, Markus Schulz, Aly & Fila, Kyau & Albert and many more! Her tune"See You Again" with DJ T.H. & Michele C entered the A State Of Trance Year Mix 2018 and the ASOT Top 50 for 2018. Also she reworked one of the biggest classics in history with U96 and DJ T.H. "Das Boot“, which entered the worldwide charts.
This lady has much more in the case yet for 2019 so watch out the rising star "Nadi Sunrise"!
Dimitris: Can you mention your biggest music career achievements in 2018?
Nadi Sunrise: A State of Trance Year mix 2018 ( DJ T.H. & Nadi Sunrise feat. Michele C - See You Again )
Dimitris: Can you rate 2018 for you as a year with 1 being very bad until 10 that is perfect year!
Nadi Sunrise: 10 perfect year, great releases & great gigs :-)
1) Best 3 Tracks from other artists in 2018, please give us a short comment for each track:
Nadi Sunrise:'Alex M.O.R.P.H. - Running For Peace' ...what an emotional track with great vocals!
'Richard Durand & Christina Novelli - The Air I Breathe'
'Iversoon & Alex Daf with Woody van Eyden feat. Cari - The Love is Gone (Iversoon & Alex Daf Mix)'
2) Your 3 Best of 2018 personal productions, give us more background info about them:
Nadi Sunrise: • 'U 96 feat. DJ T.H. & Nadi Sunrise - Das Boot 2018'
DJ T.H. & Nadi Sunrise feat. Michele C - See You Again
DJ T.H. & Nadi Sunrise feat. Robin Vane - Show Me The Way
3) Best Artist in 2018(DJ & producer) please explain why you pick him/her up:
Nadi Sunrise: Best DJ: I choose Woody van Eyden, because he is the the funniest dj ever :-)
Woody van Eyden live at Bootshaus, Cologne (20.10.2018):
4) Your Best personal DJ Gig for 2018 and why you believe is the finest:
Nadi Sunrise: My gig @ Nature One 2018 / HeavensGate - Stage :-)
5) Best Radio station in 2018, please explain why this radio station is your favourite:
Nadi Sunrise: di.fm - because there so many different genres, for every feeling..
Dimitris: In 2018 there was a big movement for revival of classic tracks and retro events have boomed with music policy of solely classic tracks. What is your opinion about events or stages only with classics and can you choose for us your absolute 3 favourite classics?
Nadi Sunrise: My absolute 3 favourite classics? Oh that's a very difficult question :-) because there are so many great classics :-) but I can definitely say that the following tunes belongs to my absolute favorites all-time-favs:
• Rank 1 - Airwave (Breathing)
• Gouryella - Ligaya
• Darude - Sandstorm
Many thanks to Nadi Sunrise for her answers! We wish her all the best for 2019!
Memory Loss is back on Universal Nation! Her second release on Alex M.O.R.P.H.’s label is the uplifting melodic Trancer “Stratosphere”.
Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Memory Loss is extremely talented producer with releases on high esteem record labels. Her 2nd Universal Nation release is called Stratosphere and is going to satisfy the uplifting trance fanatics without any difficulty. The track has all the usual elements merged perfectly and arranged on the right way to build tension and increase intensity levels to the maximum. Cool breakdown with nice atmosphere and melancholic romantic piano chords to bring calmness and prepare the crowd for the dominating climax. The only reservation is the main synthy melody that seems to be very understated and very common without that "unforgettable" factor in it. It's definitely must play for any uplifting trance DJ but without being the peak time monster or something to stand out straight away. However the impact on the dancefloor is guaranteed. Love IT [/content]
Misja Helsloot is no newcomer to the scene! Noe he presents his first single on Alex M.O.R.P.H.’s label, and it’s an uplifting Trance par excellence.
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"] Misja Helsloot is a true Dutch trance legend with quality tracks in his career and in various record labels. Now he comes on Universal Nation with Anatidaephobia. The track with the strange title name is energetic full on hands in the air uplifting euphoric trance as it should be done with heavy foundation of pounding drums, energetic basslines, acid layers and of course classy synths and strings to create a very colorful floating tapestry making you feel like diving within ocean of lights. The sounds are well places and the arrangement ensures to reveal little by little the magic that wizards like Misja can add in any of his smashing trancers. #PureGold Love IT [/content]
Para X is on fire and now delivers his first Universal Nation release! We requested him to do an in depth interview for Twinkle Tales and we are glad he answered back in our questions.
Dimitri: When did you start your involvement with electronic dance music and which music style you are more affiliated with and why?
Para X: I made my first production steps around 1996. Didn't have a certain electronic music style back then, it just had to be melodic and emotional stuff. So it somehow was a logical conclusion that I'd fall in love with Trance sooner or later. Trance has the biggest emotions for me. You can party and dance to it, as well as simply listen to it and let it carry you away.
Dimitri: Did you had the opportunity to attend any kind of music production course or are u completely self taught? Do you consider that is essential for any artist to complete any production course?
Para X: I'm completely self taught. Back when I started, there wasn't something like Youtube tutorials etc. Unless you haven't had someone in your circle of friends who was a producer (or someone who knew someone that knew someone), there was pretty much no chance to ask anyone for advice. I think it's great to have all these opportunities nowadays and I guess it can really help you understand things quicker and better. Although, I don't think this is a must. If you are talented, passionate and believe in yourself, you will reach your goal even if it may take longer.
Dimitri: In which label was your first ever release and how did you manage to attract the attention of the label?
Para X: It was Toptrax Recordings distributed by ZYX Music. Toptrax was a young label which was associated with Uptrax - a platform for newcomers with a weekly radio show on Germany's biggest dance music radio station Sunshine Live. Every producer could upload their productions through their website to compete. If you got voted high enough at the charts your songs got aired on the radio show. My track "Tears" became No.1 after a few weeks and that's how I got my first record deal. Good old vinyl times ;)
Dimitri: Can you pick for us your Top 5 tracks that you have produced and you consider them as being highly important for the progress of your career indifferent if they were commercially successful.
Para X: Skytunes,
Lost In Memories,
Temple Of Light,
Ray Of Hope,
Miracle
Dimitri: Let's focus on Twinkle Tales. Please tell us from where did you got the inspiration for the track?
Para X: That's hard to say. There usually are no certain things on my mind when I start producing. Although, I have to admit the mood I'm into when I go to the studio mostly guides the way whether it's going to be a more happy/sad/mysterious track. The inspiration comes by simply playing around with sounds, or playing some chords on my keyboard. When I find the "magic-something" that touches me, I build it up from there.
Dimitri: How long it took you to produce it and was an easy or difficult process?If you have faced any difficulties please tell us about them and how did you resolved them?
Para X: I assume it took me around 4 weeks from start to finish. Maybe even longer... Days and weeks after I initially finished a track, I tend to always do some fine tuning and tweaking.
Dimitri: Which was the biggest challenge that you faced during the production of this superb track?
Para X: Finishing it! Instead of any work progress I was stuck listening to the main part in loop mode over and over again, haha!!
Dimitri: Can you describe to us the steps that you went through the production of this track and of any other track?
Para X: I usually start with melodies or pads and build everything else around it afterwards.
Dimitri: When the track finished did the label accepted it as it was produced or did the label recommend you to do some changes or fix certain things?
Para X: It got accepted the way it was :) I still did some minor tweaks before I sent out the final masters
Dimitri: Is this track an original composition or is it based on a template from another track produced from you or another producer?
Para X: It is an original composition. Although, I have built up so many tracks from scratch over the years, that from time to time, I like to re-use things that I loved in other tracks. Still I always amend even those things ;)
Dimitri: Is the quality of this track higher than your previous one? If yes in what ways this track sounds better than your previous one?
Para X: I don't think it should be me to judge this. Hopefully the listeners will love it :) But if you ask me for self-assessment I would simply say the production quality is where I think it should be ;) I always spend a lot of time on mixing and mastering as I have high demands to my work.
Dimitri: Do you have any friends or relatives that you send them the track before sending it to a label or if you are DJ did you test it in your gigs? If yes did you have to do any alterations as a result of the crowd reaction?
Para X: I have one special producer friend that listens once I feel a track is finished. If a gig is around I also like to check it at the club for sure :) This often gives you a different point of view on how to mix things.
Dimitri: Please describe to us the studio that you have produced Twinkle Tales? What is your favourite hardware and software set up? Do you have in mind any new gear that you wish to get in order to raise the quality of your production?
Para X: All my productions are made at my home studio. I used to have some hardware synth in the past (Access Virus B, Waldorf MicroQ, Quasimidi Sirius), but sold it all over the last years. With powerful computers and great software VST's we have these days, I haven't been using them anymore. My absolute "go 2 synths" are Omnisphere 2 and Spire. Couldn't imagine to produce without them anymore.
Dimitri: Do you master the track yourself or the mastering is task for the record label? Do you understand mastering as being essential?
Para X: Yes, I always master every track myself. There are only a few labels that want to have their own engineer taking care about. I see mastering as a final polish to get the best possible out of an already good track. There are lots of people believing everything can be fixed with mastering. A good mastering needs a good production in first place.
Dimitri: There is a growing trend of vinyl coming back for good. Would you like to see this track released on vinyl or any other of your future tracks? Do you prefer digital files or vinyl?
Para X: Seriously? I hear about this trend of vinyl coming back for over 10 years now, but I never noticed anything. Maybe it works for other genres - but haven't seen anything Trance related (limited collector's items excepted). I'm the generation of vinyl - so yes! It would be great to have tracks released on vinyl again :) For collecting, I feel vinyl is much more worthy than digital files. On the other hand, digital files don't take away physical storage and they are way easier to travel with and take them to clubs.
Dimitri: Do you have any future releases planned and when will be released?
Para X: Actually, I have big news and plans for 2018! I'm going to launch my own label "Intense Emotions" in spring under the umbrella of the renown Recoverworld Label Group. This is something I had in mind for quite some years now and I feel the time is just right! The clue is in the name - it will be future home for emotional, melodic uplifting trance. My vision is quality over quantity and I'm already very excited about the launch! Btw, I'm currently looking for suitable tracks to sign and will be happy to hear from you!
Dimitri: Tell us here your Top 3 best DJ gigs so far and the reasons that made them so special?
Para X: Airbeat One 2007, 25 Years of Technoclub, Luminosity pres. ADE special 2017. Every gig is special in it's own way. I picked these as I consider them as my personal milestones. Airbeat One was my first festival gig which sure was a big excitement. 25 Years of Technoclub is very special to me as the legendary Technoclub is the longest existing and first "electronic music only" event in Germany. I first went to Technoclub as a raver when they celebrated 15 Years of Technoclub. To be part of their line up 10 years later is a privilege and a big honor. My 2017 debut on one of the worlds most famous and loved event "Luminosity" is another huge achievement and deserves a special place in every artists heart. I loved everything about it. Especially, all the great people I met there that traveled from all over the world!
Dimitri: Do you have any more DJ gigs planned for the next few months? If yes please note them down here.
Para X: There are some planned, but at this point it's too early to talk about
Dimitri: Do you produce a radio show/podcast as well? Please tell us here all the details about it.
Para X: I have 2 monthly radio shows on DI.FM (Trance Channel). "Intense Emotions Reloaded" with my long time buddy Ciacomix, where I play all my current and past favorites. It takes place every 3rd Sunday of the month from 20:00 - 22:00 cet. Since February 2017, I'm also hosting the legendary "Recoverworld Radio" show every first Friday of the month from 19:00 - 20:00 cet. It consists of "Recoverworld only releases"
Dimitri: Best piece of advice you got in relation to your career so far and best tip you learnt recently to make your tracks better.
Para X: Don't sell yourself short. Stay true to yourself and follow your heart. Listen to your track on as many different sound systems as possible. It should sound as good as possible wherever you listen to it. Take the needed breaks while producing to make sure your ears are not getting tired. Give final touches only with fresh ears. This could be next day earliest, or even 1 week or later after you finished your track.
Dimitri: Your tips or more elaborated advice for any new artists who may read this interview and wish to get involved with the electronic music industry.
Para X: Don't produce tracks and styles you're not really digging just to grab someones attention. Your priority should be to satisfy yourself with the music you make and truly comes from your heart and soul. I know this is much easier said than it's done, as we all want to have success somehow. Be nice with people and try to stay away from negativity.
3 Access & You is the project of the 3 Chilean artists Hector Stuardo (aka Ovnimoon), Matias Prieto and Diego Varela. Together they have been working on this mesmerizing Psytrance release on Universal Nation: Inside My Mind.
Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[item value="10"]Ovnimoon - Inside My Mind (3 Access & You Remix)[/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Every single track on Universal Nation is must have and the brand new Ovnimoon called Inside My Mind is powerful energetic hybrid of uplifting with psy trance in one explosive and highly dynamic package. Solid pumping grooves, rolling psy trance basslines and on top magnificent synthy themes and dark menacing strings. Spoken vocal samples sprinkle the result and you know that you are on board for a tripping out journey. 9 minutes of pleasure with acid overtones, multiple layers of synths and superb atmosphere that will be hard to avoid to get ignited and surrounded by the magic spell of this tune. #PureGold Love iT [/content]
Another mint production by Dark Fusion sees the light of day on Universal Nation!
Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[item value="10"]Dark Fusion - Ressentir [/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Dark Fusion provides for long time now some of the strongest tracks so far. Ressentir is the next one on Universal Nation and you can expect modern futuristic uplifting trancer that applies old school driving trance basslines with slamming kicks with slightly psy trance infusion while on top the synths are sharp, fast and furious lifting from the ground any listener combined with heavenly operatic vocal samples that work together perfectly to elevate your mood and make you feel totally and utterly energised. Ressentir is uplifting trance at its best. Straight forward and to the point leaving you with your jaws wide open. #PureGold Love IT [/content]
A powerful vocal collaboration between Skylex & Stefani Scovolo is here on Universal Nation!
Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[item value="10"]Skylex & Stefani Scovolo - Silence[/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Skylex & Stefani Scovolo collaborate for Silence with brilliant results. Silence is a powerful and yet emotional psy tech trancer which remains underground and in your face. Sharp psy style basslines combined with bouncy kicks and chunky drums leading to the breakdown that is atmospheric and sensitive with Stefani vocals shinning through. Her strong performance of the very deep and thoughtful lyrics lead us on the massive climax that is dark, moody, melodramatic with rave synthy stabs and bass focused. Silence is one of those tunes that create great atmosphere and keep dancefloors jumping. #PureGold Love iT[/content]
Another mint production by Dark Fusion sees the light of day on Universal Nation!
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[item value="10"]Dark Fusion - The Solution[/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]The unstoppable Dark Fusion is back with the extremely powerful trance banger The Solution. The track has the right balance between psy tech trance and uplifting with sharp driving basslines, thunderous kick drums, acid overtones, aggressive synthy lines and top notch breakdown with clever spoken vocal sample that works in favour of the final result. The climax is rough and ravey with psy tech focus on the bassline with the uplifting synths returning just for a short portion near the end giving the final shot. The Solution is perfect solution for any trance set without doubts. #PureGold Love IT[/content]
Steve Dekay from Colombia delivers his debut on Universal Nation. A pounding production for your club nights!
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[item value="9"]Steve Dekay - Abyssus[/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Steve Dekay is one of the upcoming talents that he has releases on top trance imprints and gets the support from the finest names in trance. Abyssus is playful psy tech trance at its finest with many stop and goes effects and great solid arrangement that keeps the dancefloor burning. Psy tech is for the darker moments of any trance set and Abyssus can fit well the moodiness and madness of the genre that seems to attract attention. What is missing from psy tech trance is the roof raising moment that will blow the roofs. This track attempts to push the boundaries but remain faithful to the rules and regulations of psy tech! Check IT[/content]
As one of our most successful releases in 2016, “Anywhere” by Ben Nicky feat. Chloe now received an exclusive quality remix by Australian artist Exis. This is the first remix released on Universal Nation and it won the ASOT Future Favorite voting straight away!
Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Ben Nicky's Anywhere featuring Chloe is getting the Exis Remix treatment. There is a huge hype around it. This version moves to the psy tech trance direction with razor sharp basslines, techy drums and minimal application of melodies. In the breakdown the full vocal is unleashed along with the big euphoric colourful positive synths. The climax however rather than capitalising on the nice atmosphere created on the breakdown moves on the psy tech trance direction with some rave synthy stabs here and there and bass focused arrangement. Definitely the fans of the psy tech trance sound will appreciate it. Check It[/content]
When a Namibian and a British producer give their best in the studio, the song title must be "beautiful". A "give me more" collab of these 2 trance nutters and their first on Universal Nation!
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[item value="10"]It has potential to become an anthem or a classic[/item]
[item value="10"]Pierre Pienaar & Nicholson - Beautiful [/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Universal Nation presents the excellent return of Pierre Pienaar & Nicholson called Beautiful. As you can expect from the names of the producers the track is trance at its purest form and it aims to be really beautiful and truly special for any trance lover. Powerful pumping drums, energetic driving in your face basslines and strong emotional synthy plucks with atmospheric breakdown with the superb robotic female spoken vocal sample talking about the beauty of music that is difficult to explain with words. The piano melody is simple but to the point followed by full on hands in the air climax that will carry you away to magical worlds for sure. #PureGold Love It [/content]
Dark Fusion’s third release on Universal Nation is another energetic and melodic Trancer. Not for the faint hearted!
Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[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"]Dark Fusion - Unknown Entity[/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Trance was born in Germany, grew in the Netherlands and matured in UK. For that reasons when you search for good trance music check always the credits to note Made in UK. The beloved Trancecoda crew Dark Fusion on Universal Nation provide a very strong underground uplifting trancer that will definitely make your day and light up your night. The foundation is fat and aggressive with metallic basslines, raw drum programming, acid ovetones and freaked out sounds. The breakdown is where the ugly duck becomes the swan with beautiful melodies, sweet velvet like cinematic strings and huge euphoric synthy hooks that will please your ear and give you the adrenaline push you longing for. The climax is intense and pumping starting all techy and bass focused but soon the nice melody comes back to carry all the pain away and give us another unforgettable trance experience. #PureGold Love It[/content]
Ben Stone from Poland and Skylex from the USA team up with an energetic collab on Universal Nation!
Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[item value="10"]Sound-design and Arrangement[/item]
[item value="10"]Overall Atmosphere[/item]
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[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"]Ben Stone & Skylex - Vertex [/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Ben Stone & Skylex collaborate for the brand new Universal Nation anthem Vertex. The track is truly magical with super thunderous hard hitting basslines, fat bouncy drums, sharp kicks and emotional dreamy synths. The breakdown is very emotional with a haunting distorted guitar riff that slowly gives its place to the hands in the air euphoric synthy hook that drive the track forward and lead the track to the full on hands in the air climax that will be impossible to resist and you should dance along. Fast paced melodies mixed harmoniously to offer you an experience to remember. #PureGold Love it[/content]
Ozzy XPM from Istanbul brings an energetic uplifting tune to Alex M.O.R.P.H.’s Universal Nation label.
Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[item value="10"]Climax / Drop / Crescendo / Pay off moment[/item]
[item value="10"]Intensity, Drive and Energy[/item]
[item value="9"]Sound-design and Arrangement[/item]
[item value="10"]Overall Atmosphere[/item]
[item value="9"]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="9"]You can’t get this memorable track out of your head[/item]
[item value="9"]It has potential to become an anthem or a classic[/item]
[item value="10"]Ozzy XPM - Babylon[/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Ozzy XPM is a very experienced producer with many strong productions under his belt. The track Babylon is a straight forward uplifting hard trancer with long and teasing cinematic breakdown packed with opera like voices, epic uplifting synths, euphoric feel good themes and magnificent climax packed with all the energy, dynamism and adrenaline charging qualities you expect on a classy release like this one. Babylon is here to stay. #PureGold Love It[/content]
