What does tech trance sound like? Revisiting the world of trance music through nostalgic tracks

HorizonNEW!ARTBAT

ARTBAT – Horizon (Official Audio Video)

This track, released in November 2021 on their own label UPPERGROUND by the Ukraine-born duo ARTBAT who have taken the world by storm, is a masterpiece that represents an evolved form of melodic techno.

It opens with beautifully resonant arpeggios, then gradually builds with a powerful kick and a shimmering bassline, creating a feeling of exhilaration as if you’re racing toward the horizon.

In the mid-track breakdown, a dreamy, piano-like melody emerges, drawing the listener into a world of silence.

From there, the arrangement rises again, brilliantly fusing the lines between underground and pop.

While it boasts a grand soundscape perfect for experiencing at large-scale festivals, it also has the delicacy to shine in the intimate confines of a club.

It’s an ideal track for late-night drives or when you want to focus deeply on your work.

Be The OneNEW!Eli Brown

Eli Brown – Be The One (Official Visualiser)

Speaking of Eli Brown from Bristol, he’s a DJ/producer who has taken the global club scene by storm with tech house and peak-time techno.

Released in March 2023, this track marks a step beyond the dark, aggressive sound he’s pursued so far, boldly paying homage to 1990s acid house.

The surging 303 bass synth, tension-filled build-ups, and a structure where Sarah de Warren’s vocals blend in like an instrument are particularly striking.

This work fuses the raw energy of tech trance with the nostalgic texture of acid house—truly a track designed to ignite the floor at peak time.

Highly recommended for those seeking immersive experiences in clubs or raves, as well as listeners in search of a sound that’s both nostalgically familiar and refreshingly new in trance.

SandstormDarude

Darude – Sandstorm

A track released as a single in 1999 by Finnish DJ Darude.

JS16 from the Finnish electro-hop group Bomfunk MC’s was involved in its production.

It gained attention through the internet and received extensive airplay in discos and clubs.

Kernkraft 400Zombie Nation

Zombie Nation – Kernkraft 400

A track by Florian Senfter, a German DJ and producer who performs under the name Zombie Nation.

The title is in German and means “Atomic Energy 400.” It was released as a single in 1999 and reached No.

1 on the Canadian charts.

The track was used in the 2004 film Shaun of the Dead.

Loca PeopleSak Noel

Sak Noel – Loca People (Official Video)

A track by Sak Noel, a Barcelona-based DJ and producer.

It features vocals by Estela Sarita, a Dutch singer performing in Spanish.

This club tune became a hit across Europe, including the UK, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Denmark.

One More TimeDaft Punk

Daft Punk – One More Time [HQ]

Daft Punk is a French electronic duo.

They debuted in 1994 with The New Wave.

In their live shows and music videos, they perform in an unconventional style, such as wearing helmets and never revealing their faces.

One More Time, released in 2000, became a worldwide hit, selling 300,000 copies in Japan.

The music video for One More Time was directed by Leiji Matsumoto.

Atomic FoodDavid Guetta

David Guetta – Atomic Food

A light, sprightly synth bass rides over a simple techno beat, while food names are listed one after another on top, and each section closes with the title “Atomic Food.” It’s a simple yet highly impactful track.