Pure Trance

Debut release on Pure Trance from SKYDA aka Ian Shields. Is the 128bpm 'Pikchu'. This is a crunchy & chunky progressive trance workout with a neat vocal hook and a particularly wicked flanged-bass-propelled 'middle bit'. Says Ian; "The track was inspired by a recent trip to Peru where I completed the Inca Trail and saw Machu Picchu for the first time, from where the track takes its name. Standing among the ruins and looking out over the incredible scenery was a powerful experience, and I wanted to capture some of that sense of wonder and atmosphere in the music."

Solarstones The Last Defeat pt. 1 first appeared on his 2008 album Rain Stars Eternal, a cinematic piece and fan favourite. This fresh set of remixes pushes the track into trance territory. First up are two contrasting versions from New Yorks Obie Fernandez, a regular face on Pure Trance. Obie describes himself as Musician. Consultant. Dad. Writer. Photographer. Sensitive Radical. Not necessarily in that order, but its the first occupation focusing on, here! Obies 145bpm Light Side and Dark Side mixes are bang-on the trance zeitgeist of the moment, but with a twist that descends into a filmic DandB section drawing directly from the original version, then dropping into a four-to-the-floor groove. His Dark Side remix is something else entirely, with an acidic bassline, club-ready FX and a beautiful, lush breakdown. Saharans (Dave Begic and Suanda) return to the label with their 138bpm power-trance remix, featuring hyper-euphoric synth work and a whopping drop.

Swiftly following his recent remix for TasteXperiences Frustration, our favourite DJ / producer / author / entrepreneur Obie is back with the 136bpm Naked. Boasting a very sexy and in-vogue DX7 Lately Bass line, filtered stabs, groovy percussion and subtle hook, this is one for modern trance floors.