Martin Garrix x Matisse & Sadko ft. John Martin – Won’t Let You Go
After its debut on the main stage of Electric Love Festival in Austria, the anticipation for the brand new collab of Martin Garrix and Matisse & Sadko has been through the roof. Originally rumored to be titled ‘Wide Awake’. this one is yet another peak-time progressive anthem from these guys and it featured the iconic vocals from John Martin, making it a case for track of the year.
Slander – Love Is Gone (Tiesto Remix)
With 7 remixes under his belt for 2021, Tiesto closes out the year with a bang as he delivers his take on Slander‘s ‘Love Is Gone’. In typical fashion, the Dutchman has his attention fully focused on the dance floors with this one as he flips the original into a festival bomb. Using elements of the original single, Tiesto builds on those with a roaring melody that is played by beautiful synths that hold tons of power, all combining for a wonderful remix.
Faithless & David Guetta – God Is a DJ
In the form of his life, and many considering him as the DJ of the year, David Guetta brings us another round of future rave madness as he turns his attention to the classic Faithless single ‘God Is a DJ’. The French hitmaker takes the iconic vocals from this single and laces them over a bed of future rave melodies, building to multiple drops that are sure to make your mind go wild. Another exceptional release from David Guetta.
Access Code & Bellsavvy – Moon on Earth
With an amazing year coming to a close, Access Code tops it off perfectly by bringing us the release of ‘Moon On Earth’ alongside vocalist Bellsavvy. Originally planned to never be released as it was made for a special person, after getting the vocals from Bellsavvy, she decided the world must hear it. An elegant piece of dance music with catchy and memorable melodies, Access Code used simplicity to her advantage as she lets the message behind the single do the talking.
Armin van Buuren ft. Susana – Home With You (Armin van Buuren pres. Rising Star Remix)
Reworking the original, orchestral version of his and Susana’s ‘A State Of Trance FOREVER’-featured collab, Armin van Buuren delivers a scintillating rendition of ‘Home With You’ under his famed Rising Star moniker. Full of energy, emotion, and uplifting intent, this remix will have the global trance crowd smiling from ear to ear as soon as it starts in.
Nicky Romero presents: Monocule – Your Eyes
Nicky Romero returns once again under his side-project Monocule, for what might be his darkest piece so far, a progressive techno single titled ‘Your Eyes’. After finding a demo from LAMAS (BR) in his demo:drop inbox, Nicky knew it would be the perfect single to put his Monocule touches onto. As LAMAS‘s 2nd single release ever, this one is a magnificent piece of music and it shows how talented this rising artist is.
Sam Feldt & Rita Ora – Follow Me
In a truly star-studded affair, global superstar Rita Ora joins forces with Dutch music legend Sam Feldt for their upcoming single ‘Follow Me’, co-penned by Ella Henderson and released on Kygo’s Palm Tree Records. A stunning collaboration between the headline artists, ‘Follow Me’ sees Ora’s distinctive, golden vocals beckon fans deep into the heart of Feldt’s trademark uplifting production. Gently padded percussion in the lower ends and rising rivulets of euphoric piano and instrumental chords provide a beautiful backdrop for Ora to soar across, her voice gifting the single real warmth and depth.
Galantis x Lucas & Steve – Alien
Swedish powerhouse Galantis has struck an otherworldly collab, beaming down with Dutch hitmakers Lucas & Steve and Albanian vocalist ILIRA for the space-rave-infused single, ‘Alien’. It’s a tune meant to be blasted across the solar system, breaking out with rousing, pop-style vocals, thick, wobbling basslines, and a beat that’s dropped with pure finesse. Bring your extraterrestrial friends, as ILIRA’s intergalactic vocals set the stage for an all-night clubbing affair.
Honorable mentions:
Above & Beyond – Sun & Moon (ilan Bluestone Remix)
Andrew Rayel – Horizon (Da Tweekaz Remix)
Bleu Clair – Prelude (EP)
Curbi – Satisfying
Dubdogz, Ofenbach – On my Shoulders
Jaxx & Vega – Goodbye
Jeffrey Sutorius & ANG – Sink Or Swim
Michael Calfan – Silhouette
Retrovision – Miracle
SLVR – Do Anything
Sub Zero Project – Rave Culture 2022
Vintage Culture, Leftwing:Kody – Coming Home
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