Esteemed DJ & Producer Joris Voorn sets aside his dance floor sensibilities for his latest body of work as he looks deeper into his production capabilities with 'Melatonin'. Drawing from his years of studio experience, the new album focuses on the Dutch producers influence from ambient and down-tempo soundscapes. Working with long term collaborators and musicians Bram Stadhouders (braem) and Michiel Borstlap, 'Melatonin' delivers a thought-provoking listening experience that will be released in conjunction with World Sleep Day; March 13th.

Spectrum (NL) Trance (Main Floor)

Spectrum (NL) Ambient / Experimental

Spectrum (NL) Ambient / Experimental

The meeting of two Dutch musical masters, Joris Voorn's rework of Moonman's 'Don't Be Afraid' pays tribute to one of trance music's most enduring anthems while reintroducing it to a new generation of dancefloors. Originally released in 1996 on Sci-Fi Records, 'Don't Be Afraid' was one of three seminal Moonman singles - alongside Galaxia and First Light - that helped define the golden era of Trance. Moonman was, of course, one of the earliest aliases of Ferry Corsten, and it was the track's goosebump-inducing synth melody that first propelled him, albeit anonymously, into the global consciousness of the dance music scene, laying the foundations for a truly storied career. For Spectrum boss Joris Voorn, revisiting such a revered classic is a bold move; but one handled with deep respect and clear intent. His rework retains the emotional core and iconic melody of the original, while layering in a weighty low-end and rattling snares to give the track a renewed power and drive. The result is a glorious rush of nostalgia and fresh emotion, lifting 'Don't Be Afraid' once more into the stratosphere. exactly where it belongs.

Spectrum (NL) Ambient / Experimental

Spectrum (NL) Ambient / Experimental

Spectrum (NL) Ambient / Experimental