SIT 75 Thunderwolf Featuring Elizabeth Tseng - This Is Our Life

SIT 75 Thunderwolf Featuring Elizabeth Tseng - This Is Our Life

Released on Monday 29th July 2013.

Stories In Trance is proud to present our 75th release; we give you Thunderwolf featuring Elizabeth Tseng with the four track single This Is Our Life.

As usual, first we offer up the original. Stories In Trance is committed to showcasing the very best trance from all over the globe, and this time we unearth a gem in the shape of Taiwanese newcomer Thunderwolf (Tseng Chih Young). And it's a family affair, with his extremely talented sister Elizabeth Tseng on vocals: together they give us what is to be one of the best tracks of the year, the fantastic This Is Our Life. Excellent layering, a brilliant lead melody backed up with a warm feel and flavour all perfectly complimented by the beautifully stunning vocals, this track can stand up there with the very best vocal tracks from the last few years. This Is Our Life is an absolute must have for all trance fans and DJ's alike. Look out for plenty more from this very exciting producer on SIT in the coming weeks and months.

The first remix comes from Sweden's Ico (John Eriksson). His excellent early productions brought him to our attention last year so we were delighted to get him on board with his first remix for Stories In Trance, the superlative reinterpretation of Triumvirate's The Persistence Of Memory (SIT #60) and he backed that up with his truly fantastic remix of spArk's Moments (SIT #66). Ico delivers an energetic, uplifting and emotional trancer with which he sublimely weaves the beautiful vocals into an all round uplifting powerhouse of a track. We feel Ico is certainly one of trance's best up and coming producers so keep a close eye on his future creations.

The third and fourth adaptations come from Frenchman Jonathan Araldi under his now familiar French Skies alias. After his debut on Stories In Trance in the shape of The Wings Of A Dream (SIT #58) he then followed this with his first remix for us, delivering a fantastic reinterpretation of Triumvirate's epic The Persistence Of Memory (SIT#60), his two remixes of David Surok's Avalon (SIT #62) and most recently his remix of Airborne Angel's Star (SIT #68). Firstly we have his remix version, and this powerful track cuts straight to the chase. Featuring the subtly tweaked lead melody whilst expertly weaving additional aspects from the original including the amazing vocals into the mix, Jonathan creates a pure, energetic interpretation. Then we have his Progressive remix, taking this version down a different route focusing more on the vocal and melodic elements of the track. Two standout remixes that are a must have addition to any uplifting/progressive set or mix. This is a perfect illustration of what to expect from French Skies and why we are delighted to continue showcasing him on Stories In Trance.

Stories In Trance aims to uncover the most talented and imaginative new producers and team up with some of the more established names in the scene to work together in evolving the sound. This release sticks firmly to our philosophy of showcasing a diverse range of sounds within trance and we hope you'll enjoy the variety of imagination and creativity on offer in this release.

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SIT 74 Simza - Ann

SIT 74 Simza - Ann

Released on Monday 22nd July 2013.

Welcome to the 74th release on Stories In Trance, and this time out we give you Simza with the three track single Ann.

Ukrainian newcomer Simza (Leonid Prodanov) is just starting out in his production career and with Ann he makes a fine entrance onto the scene. A superb and engaging track from the very start with an infectious lead that is backed with defined yet subtle mids creating a deliciously rich feel, this is a standout piece of proglifting trance. A sure fire hit with any DJ or trance fan alike.

The first remix comes from Englishman Craig London. Craig's career to date has seen him make an immense arrival on the scene in the shape of his original The Traveler on Where Music Lives Digital which brought him to our attention, so we were delighted when we got him on board with us with his epic remix of Hammer (SIT #63). Expertly adapting the lead into an uplifting and energetic version of the original, this has all the qualities to be a major success. Craig perfectly shows his undoubted talents with this remix and why we should all keep an eye on this very promising producer in the future.

Up second we have Max Stealthy's version. Max has an extensive list of tracks and remixes with us, most recently his stunning remix of Sakiva's Hammer (The Remixes) (SIT #69) and his double A-Sided single Flyin Red / Time To Cry (SIT #67). Once again he serves up a truly brilliant track but this time in a beautifully concentrated little package, expertly crafted with a great lead melody backed with fantastic effects, depth and mids. Max's production technique continues to go from strength to strength showing yet more innovation and imagination with this 'Mini' remix. What this lacks in length it makes up for in pure excellence; a great remix to add to his fantastic discography.

Stories In Trance aims to uncover the most talented and imaginative new producers and team up with some of the more established names in the scene to work together in evolving the sound. This release sticks firmly to our philosophy of showcasing a diverse range of sounds within trance and we hope you'll enjoy the variety of imagination and creativity on offer in this release.

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SIT 73 BIONIQUE Featuring SOLARNIGHT - Heavenly Delight

SIT 73 BIONIQUE Featuring SOLARNIGHT - Heavenly Delight

Released on Monday 15th July.

Stories In Trance present SIT 72 by BIONIQUE Featuring SOLARNIGHT with the four track single Heavenly Delight.

The Original comes in the shape of another debut on Stories In Trance with the collaboration of BIONIQUE (Aleksandr Voloshin) and SOLARNIGHT (Ilya Smirnov) who give us Heavenly Delight. This is a fine original track for these two promising producers to start their careers with, an excellent lead melody is backed with accomplished layering and an overall warm sound gives this track a superb feel. A great piece of energetic and uplifting trance which would stand out in any set or mix.

The first remix comes from Stories In Trance legend Derrick Meyer who brings his distinct style to craft this superb version. Being one of the USA's best uplifting trance producers, Derrick's back catalogue with us is vast and equally great.  This latest remix is on the back of his most recent original Nostalgia (SIT #72) which followed his last remix of Aftermorning Productions' White Poison (SIT #57). Once again he delivers the goods adding his usual production excellence to the unmistakable melodic dynamics and expertly polished layering which all amount to a brilliant track.

Next up we have the Locus Dark Remix. Dutchman Locus (Walter Lootens) made a fantastic debut on Stories In Trance with his remix of White Poison (SIT #57) and backs it up with an equally impressive remix of Heavenly Delight. Power, pace, energy, emotion this is everything that trance should always be, this fabulous remix can be best described in one word: epic. This is a must have piece of work. Look out for more from this talented producer.

The next mix comes from upcoming Italian producer Frank Dattilo. Frank made his debut on Stories In Trance with his delightful remix of Konstantin Svilev's Colours (SIT #70) and backed that up with his powerful remix of David Surok's Tornado (SIT #71). After such a promising start to his production career, If he continues along these lines he will go a long way in the scene. Offered up here is his truly captivating take on the original, always involving and engaging with a beautiful feel and flavour. Dedicated to someone Frank sadly lost recently, this is a production to be proud of. Look out for lots more to come from this rising newcomer.

Stories In Trance aims to uncover the most talented and imaginative new producers and team up with some of the more established names in the scene to work together in evolving the sound. This release sticks firmly to our philosophy of showcasing a diverse range of sounds within trance and we hope you'll enjoy the variety of imagination and creativity on offer in this release.

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SIT 72 Derrick Meyer - Nostalgia

SIT 72 Derrick Meyer - Nostalgia

Released on Monday 8th July 2013.

For our 72nd release Stories In Trance give you Derrick Meyer with the three track single Nostalgia.

Stories In Trance legend Derrick Meyer brings his defined style back to the fore with his original version. Being one of the USA's best uplifting trance producers, Derrick's back catalogue with us is vast and equally great.  This is his first original offering since the seminal Utopia EP (SIT #42) back in October 2012 though his most recent outings include remixes of Airborne Angel's Apollo (Relaunched) (SIT#50) and After Morning Productions' White Poison (SIT #57). Once again he delivers the goods adding his usual production excellence to the unmistakable melodic dynamics and expertly polished layering which all amount to a brilliant track.

The first remix is from Matt Mancid. Hailing from Germany, Matt is on remix duty for the second time following his debut for us with an impressive remix of David Surok's Avalon (SIT #62) and sandwiched between that and this was his first original on Stories In Trance, the superbly emotive Anti-Climax (SIT #65).  Matt's production career to date has seen him make appearances on labels such as Technotrance-essentials.com, German Engineering, Euro-Dancer.com, Niiemo and Trance Allstars. This is a perfect representation of his talents; a beautiful, warm and fantastically well produced piece of trance and certainly a standout track. Look out for plenty more great tracks and remixes from Matt in the coming months.

The second remix comes from Ukraine's Lev Rubel. Lev made his production debut for Stories In Trance with Insomnia as featured on the Tibbs EP (SIT #44) in October 2012. Since then he has lit up the Stories In Trance catalogue with originals Fairyland (SIT #53) and Share Your Moment (SIT #61), and in addition gave us fantastic remixes of Ethereal (SIT #49), Bridgestone (SIT #52), Exit (SIT #56) and Anti-Climax (SIT #65). He continues to showcase his undoubted talent with another great remix; a delightful flow and feel infused with his excellent production expertise making this a track to relish. Lev is a producer who continues to be widely influential on Stories In Trance.

Stories In Trance aims to uncover the most talented and imaginative new producers and team up with some of the more established names in the scene to work together in evolving the sound. This release sticks firmly to our philosophy of showcasing a diverse range of sounds within trance and we hope you'll enjoy the variety of imagination and creativity on offer in this release.

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SIT 71 David Surok - Breeze/Tornado

SIT 71 David Surok - Breeze/Tornado

Released on Monday 1st July 2013.

This is the 71st release on Stories In Trance.  We proudly present David Surok with the double A-Side Breeze / Tornado.

David Surok made an immediate impression with his first ever release Sunset / Sunrise (SIT #47) in November 2012.  This was followed by his excellent remix of Alex Blest & Stonewave's Ethereal (SIT #49), his next original Never Let Me Go as featured on the Endeavour EP (SIT #51), his remix of French Skies The Wings Of A Dream (SIT #58) and his fourth original Avalon (SIT #62). David is back with Breeze / Tornado and it's more of the quality we have now come to expect from him. On offer here are two energetic and uplifting trancers with great lead melodies, excellent percussion and structure with subtle yet potent touches. Yet more fantastic productions from a very exciting new producer, and two fine further additions to his impressive catalogue of work.

The first of the two remixes comes from Konstantin Svilev with his version of Breeze. Konstantin made his debut for Stories In Trance on our Endeavour EP (SIT #51) with City and backed that up with his remixes of Four Points' Bridgestone (SIT #52), Lev Rubel's Share Your Moment (SIT #61) and a brilliant remix of Sakiva's Hammer (SIT #69).  His first solo release was the old school Bonzai inspired Exit (SIT #56) which he followed with his second independent release The Jewel That Was Ours (SIT #70). He is at his best again with this energetic and ever progressing original. A great lead is backed with fantastic atmosphere, excellent mids and subtle yet unmistakable percussion which all add up to a wonderful remix. Be sure to check out more of Konstantin's work with us in 2013.

The second remix comes from upcoming Italian producer Frank Dattilo with his rework of Tornado. Francesco made his debut for Stories In Trance with his delightful remix of Colours (SIT #70) and if he continues to show the promise displayed so far he will go a long way. An energetic and powerful rethink of the original, using the lead expertly with defining mids, pads and effects, this is a big room trancer that really stands out. Look out for lots more to come from this rising newcomer.

Stories In Trance aims to uncover the most talented and imaginative new producers and team up with some of the more established names in the scene to work together in evolving the sound. This release sticks firmly to our philosophy of showcasing a diverse range of sounds within trance and we hope you'll enjoy the variety of imagination and creativity on offer in this release.

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SIT 70 Konstantin Svilev - The Jewel That Was Ours/Colours

SIT 70 Konstantin Svilev - The Jewel That Was Ours/Colours

Released on Monday 24th June 2013.

Stories In Trance are delighted to present SIT 70 by Konstantin Svilev with the five track double A-sided single The Jewel That Was Ours / Colours.

Up first is the original mix of The Jewel That Was Ours.  Konstantin made his debut for Stories In Trance on our Endeavour EP (SIT #51) with City and backed that up with his remixes of Four Points' Bridgestone (SIT #52), Lev Rubel's Share Your Moment (SIT #61) and Sakiva's Hammer (SIT #69) in addition to his first solo release - Exit (SIT #56). He is at his best again with this energetic and ever progressing original. A great lead is backed with fantastic atmosphere, excellent mids and subtle yet unmistakable percussion all combining beautifully into this wonderful track. Undoubtedly inspired by the Belgian trance sound of the late 90's and early 2000's, be sure to check out more of Konstantin's work with us in 2013.

Secondly we have the Triumvirate Recut. After the production debut with the rework of David Surok's Sunset (SIT #47) and first original production with the unforgettable The Persistence Of Memory (SIT #60), Triumvirate are back with this truly stunning rethink. Once again a bespoke and beautifully crafted track that illustrates all that is great about trance. Gripping from second one until the very end with an abundance of pace, power, energy, emotion and soul, this can stand up there with the best. A perfect addition to any set or mix and without a doubt a real stand out piece of work.

Next up we have David Surok's remix. David is building an impressive catalogue of tracks and remixes with us after his debut in the autumn of 2012. His excellent fourth original Avalon (SIT #62) was his most recent outing with us and he is back on remixing duties again in fine style. Expertly using parts of the original with his now trademark percussion and layering, combined with the always evident purpose and energy this is yet another indication of why we hold David in the regard we do at Stories In Trance. Another fine piece of work from a really exciting young producer.

Konstantin's second original on this double A-side is Colours. This track is an excellent combination of subtlety and energy. Potent atmospheric touches are expertly backed up with his now trademark percussive elements and the powerful and techy lead. When a producer of real talent can infuse all these elements as well as Konstantin demonstrates in Colours it surely adds up to yet another winning package.

The final part of this quintet comes in the shape of another debut on Stories In Trance, this time from upcoming Italian producer Frank Dattilo. To date, Frank has made appearances on Addicted2Bass and if he continues to show the promise he displays in this remix he will go a long way in the scene. A truly captivating take on the original, always involving and engaging, this is a production to be proud of. Look out for lots more to come from this rising newcomer.

Stories In Trance aims to uncover the most talented and imaginative new producers and team up with some of the more established names in the scene to work together in evolving the sound. This release sticks firmly to our philosophy of showcasing a diverse range of sounds within trance and we hope you'll enjoy the variety of imagination and creativity on offer in this release.

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SIT 69 Sakiva - Hammer (Remixes)

SIT 69 Sakiva - Hammer (Remixes)

Released on Monday 17th June 2013.

For our 69th release, Stories In Trance offer a special remix edition of our 63rd offering, and it's a stormer.  Once again we give you Sakiva with Hammer (The Remixes).

Sakiva (Kirill Saltymakov) hails from Russia and his production career to date has seen him have previous outings on Andromeda Recordings but with Hammer he made a stunning debut on Stories In Trance. After such a positive response from its first outing we decided to offer it up to an additional select group of producers for their adaptations on the brilliant original.

This time we give you three remixes, the first coming from Russia's Konstantin Svilev. Konstantin made his debut for Stories In Trance on our Endeavour EP (SIT #51) with City and backed that up with his remixes of Four Points' Bridgestone (SIT #52) and Lev Rubel's Share Your Moment (SIT #61). He presented his first solo release, Exit (SIT #56) followed by his second original release The Jewel That Was Ours / Colours (SIT #67). He is at his best again with this energetic and ever progressing original. A great lead is backed with fantastic atmosphere, excellent mids and subtle yet unmistakable percussion all adding up to a wonderful remix. Be sure to check out more of Konstantin's work with us in 2013.

Up second we have Max Stealthy's version. Max has an extensive list of tracks and remixes with us, most recently his stunning remix of Apollo (Relaunched) (SIT #50) and his double A-Sided single Flyin Red / Time To Cry (SIT #67). Once again he serves up a truly brilliant track, expertly crafted with a great lead melody backed with fantastic effects and mids, Max's production technique continues to go from strength to strength. This is a must have for DJ's and trance fans alike.

The third remix comes from Russia with DJ Alexx Jam's version. DJ Alexx Jam (Aleksey Semko) gives us another excellent interpretation of Hammer; fine production techniques are backed with a deep, rich bass and the unmistakable lead melody is used to great effect with polished mids and kicks. With six great versions of this track over the two releases the seminal Hammer is fast becoming a modern classic. Don't miss out!

Stories In Trance aims to uncover the most talented and imaginative new producers and team up with some of the more established names in the scene to work together in evolving the sound. This release sticks firmly to our philosophy of showcasing a diverse range of sounds within trance and we hope you'll enjoy the variety of imagination and creativity on offer in this release.

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