Above & Beyond Acoustic set in Hot Air Balloon:

Above & Beyond ditched their studio equipment and performed an acoustic set in a hot air balloon with Virgin Balloon Flights, to celebrate the balloon-themed artwork of their latest Anjunabeats compilation.

Setting off from Biggleswade in Bedfordshire, Tony, Jono, and Paavo, were joined by vocalist Zoe Johnston. The trio played 3 tracks (Can't Sleep, Good For Me, and No One On Earth) to an intimate audience which included Radio 1s Pete Tong, who was covering the event for the BBC, and a competition winner and friend who had won places on the trip. The celebratory champagne flowed after the memorable hour-long flight, piloted by Virgin Balloon Flights Swedish chief pilot Kenneth Karlstrom.




Links:

http://www.aboveandbeyond.nu/

ATB pres. Flanders - Behind (Official Video)

Behind The Voice: Kyler England


Her soulful voice appears on Roger Shah's latest single 'Change Your Mind', and she's worked with Cosmic Gate. But that's not all there is to this American singer/songwriter. Kyler England has a successful solo career outside EDM, radiantly shining upon her and seeing her play a hundred plus shows a year. With a mixture of rock, pop-electronica and a hint of alt-country, she holds the best of both worlds in her hand. With her own style and charisma, Kyler England is making name both in- and outside dance land. With 'Change Your Mind' out now on the Magic Island imprint, we're going to discover this multi-talented vocalist, and see what she's all about.

To read the full interview please visit
Armada Music


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Who would you like to hear in Vocal Trance?

If you could choose any singer to feature in a Vocal Trance track who would it be?

We would love to hear your answers and thoughts. So please leave us a comment in this post or in the ChatBox.

Personally I would love to hear singer-songwriter Amy Lee sing in a trance track. She has a very beautiful angelic voice which I think would fit into the trance genre very well.

Amy Lee is co-founder and lead vocalist of the rock band Evanescence.

Image: Amy Lee

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Eternal Voices Volume One:

TranceSimmy presents:

DJ BuSi - Eternal Voices Volume One

For all the latest mixes from TranceSimmy please visit and subscribe at his YouTube page here

The first of a hopefully long series of 80 minute Vocal Trance mixes!

Size: 179 MB
MBBitrate: 320 kBit/s
Length: 78:31

Tracklist:

1.John O'Callaghan feat. Lo-Fi Sugar - Never Fade Away (Andy Duguids ASOT 2009 Intro Mix)
2. Aurosonic & Morphing Shadows feat. Marcie - Ocean Wave (Original Vocal Mix)
3.Andy Moor & Ashley Wallbridge feat. Meighan Nealon - Faces (Original Mix)
4. Ashley Wallbridge feat. Meighan Nealon - My Blood (tyDi Remix)
5. Fabio XB & Andrea Mazza - Light To Lies (Gareth Emery Mix)
6. Ton T.B - Headrush (Smart Apes feat. Kate Miles Vocal Mix)
7. tyDi feat. Audrey Gallagher - You Walk Away (Original Mix)
8. Nadia Ali - Fine Print (tyDi Remix)
9. tyDi feat. Holly Ryan - Is It Cold? (Original Mix)
10. Above & Beyond pres OceanLab feat. Justine Suissa - Just Listen (Myon & Shane 54 Remix)
11. Above & Beyond pres OceanLab feat. Justine Suissa - I Am What I Am (Lange Remix)
12. John O'Callaghan feat. Lo-Fi Sugar - Every Lesson Learned (Album Mix)

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Links:

http://www.youtube.com/user/TranceSimmy

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Nadia Ali - Fine Print (Lyrics)

Nadia Ali - Fine Print (Lyrics)

You're like a moving star
I can't get close enough to you
Been months I got your call
Our falling out we slipped right into
You were an ace for me
My crazy heart got hold of you
Your hand called every bluff
I had to fold and let it go

Since I saw you last
I've been holding back
I figured I should do just that
I thought I'd crack but I smiled instead
I'll let you read the fine print

I walk a line between
The thoughts of now
And where I've been
Today the grass is green
I've got it all, so why reminisce
I'm just a mermaid
Who is not content with waveless oceans
Sometimes a gusty wind
Is what I need to feel again

Since I saw you last
I've been holding back
I figured I should do just that
I thought I'd crack but I smiled instead
I'll let you read the fine print

Read between the lines
For what got left behind
But I can't say I hold it down
The weight of seeing you now

I've been holding back x5
I thought I'd crack... I thought
I've been hold...
I thought I'd crack but I smile instead
I'll let you read the fine print

Since I saw you last
I've been holding back
I figured I should do just that
I thought I'd crack but I smiled instead
I'll let you read the fine print





Links:

http://www.myspace.com/nadiaali

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New Sophie Sugar Trance Radio Show:

Sophie Sugar 'The First Lady Of Trance' will be bringing her fans a monthly radio show. If your into your Uplifting Trance then it's definitely worth a listen.

'Symphony' radio show will be launching on di.fm on Friday 7th August. The show will be every 3rd Friday of the month at 1pm US Eastern / 6pm UK / 18:00 CET and will be all about the very best in melodic and uplifting trance!

Links:

http://www.sophiesugar.com/

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Artist Of The Week: Juliet Lyons

Juliet Lyons is a classically trained, conservatory-educated songstress who has performed around the world, & currently resides on the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia. Her lush soundscapes and pristine soprano voice encompass a succulent blend of New Age, Chill Out, World, and Classical Crossover. Pushing the boundaries of music genres with the "ethereal power" of her 3-octave range, Juliet Lyons envelopes listeners in a diverse medley of sensations and emotions.

Juliet Lyons grew up in Albuquerque, performing in musicals with New Mexico's
leading theatre company, ACLOA/Musical Theatre Southwest, in which she received
critical acclaim. Her schooling continued at UMKC Conservatory of Music on
scholarship, where she received a Bachelor of Music-Vocal Performance, with honors,
as well as a Bachelor of Music Education-Choral.

Based in Los Angeles for seven years, Juliet stayed steadily active in the recording
scene doing session work, demos, and guest vocals, performing professionally in
musicals, and was also a much sought after teacher of private voice lessons at the
"South Bay's Favorite Music School," Manhattan Beach Music and Voice. When not in
LA, Juliet was a headliner and lead singer on board luxury cruise ships including
Holland America, Renaissance Cruises, and Radisson Seven Seas (Voyager Inaugural
World Cruise).

Juliet is also a prolific writer of several genres of music with numerous film credits,and is signed to several music libraries. In early 2009 she also began her own publishing company, Mystic Voyager Music.

Juliet is currently performs in Saint Lucia. She released her debut album, My Siren Song, in March 2009 with a launch party that was covered on national television. The CD is currently receiving international airplay and much praise from critics. It is available on iTunes, CDBaby,and Amazon, visit www.julietlyons.com for more information.

Links:

http://www.julietlyons.com/
http://www.myspace.com/julietlyons

AfterHours.FM - Shah-Music Day:

Tune in now to AH.FM to listen to the special event of Shah-Music Day.


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Upcoming Vocal Track: Tritonal & Soto - Kiss Me Here

Tritonal are ready once again to release a new single! 'Kiss Me Here'.


The vocals will be provided by the stunning voice of Cristina Soto. The track will include 2 mixes an Original Mix and Air Up There Mix. The release date is unkown. But expect to hear it within the year. So stay tuned!


Links:


http://www.tritonalmusic.com/

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Nadia Ali - Embers

Nadia Ali announced today that her debut album, "Embers" will be released on her label Smile In Bed on September 15, 2009.

Already touted as one the essential artists within the EDM scene, Nadia Ali is truly at the forefront of dance music today.
With her high profile collaborations (Armin Van Buuren, Dresden and Johnston, Starkillers, Serge Devant, Sultan and Tocadisco to name a few), chart successes ("Love Story " hit Billboard’s coveted # 1 spot recently), worldwide radio support, and a very active global fanbase, Nadia is on the brink of greatness. Her voice is unmistakable, a touch of eastern influence, a soulful easy cadence and subtle hints of Patsy Cline and Stevie Nicks.

Nadia has the sound of heartbreak, passion and power in her melodic, often angelic voice and with Embers, she breaks down all reconceptions of what a 'dance' artist can be. In fact, Nadia defies all the rules, choosing to explore her wide range of vocal assets across multiple styles. She could have gone for the safety of creating an anthem laden album, a dancefloor monster of sorts, but instead, Nadia took her opportunity to write compelling music that goes beyond the dancefloor. Her gift is for storytelling and Embers showcases all that this singer has to offer, both vocally and emotionally – Nadia holds nothing back.

Nadia weaves a poetic tapestry with every note – her voice revealing those things even her words cannot. In every breath, every waver of her voice, you know her. You are right there with her because Nadia has done what only truly gifted songwriters can, she has given a voice to feelings that mere words can never express. Reckless love full of blind passion, the desperation and anguish of finding the right person at the wrong time, remorse for mistakes made and for that which we can never undo, loving without fear and the strength we find to do it all again and again and again.

Heartbreaking ballads pepper the 13-song album along with upbeat melodic pop and of course the signature dance tracks for which Nadia has become most known.

The album is refined, classic and organic sounding, a perfect marriage of old and new. Embers clearly asserts Nadia as a world class singer songwriter and reveals to all that she is much more than a dance music diva. The album is full of purpose and frailty and will undoubtedly touch people through its simple sincerity. Embers is a remarkable album that is as beautiful as it is timeless. With songs like "Crash and Burn" and "Love Story" the potential for commercial crossover success is imminent.

"Fantasy," and "Triangle" each hold their weight alongside the works of any of today’s contemporary singers, and will redefine Nadia as a compelling, gifted lyricist and storyteller. Stardom is knocking at the door for this dynamic powerhouse and on September 15, that door will swing wide open.


Track Listing:

Triangle
Crash And Burn
People
Ride With Me
Not Thinking
Be Mine
Silver Lining
Point The Finger
Mistakes
Fine Print
Promises
Love Story
Fantasy

Source

Links:

http://www.nadiaali.com/
http://www.myspace.com/nadiaali
http://www.the12club.com/

New Nadia Ali Single: Fine Print

Nadia Ali - Fine Print



Nadia Ali's new single 'Fine Print' will be released on Beatport on July 1. Also on iTunes and other digital retailers in August.

The single package will include amazing remixes from TyDi, Serge Devant, Alex Sayz and Carl Tricks!

Links:

http://www.nadiaali.com/
http://www.myspace.com/nadiaali

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Marcie Presents Behind The Lyric: Episode 13

A show exploring the stories behind the lyrics of Electronic Dance Music. Artist interviews over non-stop music.

Featuring Interviews with Laurent Wolf, The Orb, Crystal Waters, Jacinta, Marcie, Rachael Starr, Johnny Fiasco, Colette, Lollievox, Ronnie Maze, Angel Manuel, Sean J Morris, and Masi & Mello.

Download Links:


here
or
here


Links:

http://www.webmarcie.com/
http://www.myspace.com/webmarcie
http://www.myspace.com/behindthelyric

Behind The Scenes with TyDi:


Here's a Behind The Scenes look at TyDi before heading to an exlcusive preview of his album 'Look Closer'.




Links:

http://www.tydi.com/

Lyrics Of The Week: Beside You

Sophie Sugar feat. Rebecca Emely - Beside You (Lyrics)



I walk on the edge
Morning fades away
Time stands so still now

Hidden from the day
I will come when you are calling
Never be alone

I will run if you are falling
I will take you home

Don't Look Back, I am Behind You
When you are lost I’ll always find you

Don't look back I am behind you
With you, Forever Beside You
x2

Don't Look Back, I am Behind You
With you, Forever Beside You

I will come when you are calling
Never be alone
I will run if you are falling
I will take you home

Links:

http://www.sophiesugar.com/

Tiff Lacey - Someone Like You (Out Now)

The brand new single from the breath taking Tiff Lacey "Someone Like You" is now officially out to buy on Beatport. Its already causing a storm with leading DJs from around the world and is destined to be come one of the sensational anthems of the summer!


You can purchase this track at Beatport HERE

Links:

http://www.myspace.com/tifflacey
http://www.myspace.com/loverushuk

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Interview: Emma Hewitt + Video Exclusive


Australian born songwriter/vocalist Emma Hewitt burst onto the international dance scene in 2006 as cowriter and featured vocalist on the Chris Lake smash, Carry Me Away. Carry Me Away was premiered by Pete Tong on Radio 1 and went on to become a classic on dance floors worldwide crashing into the mainstream Top 10 in Spain and Norway and peaking at 3 on the UK Club Charts. The track also spent over 50 weeks on the U.S Billboard Dance Airplay Chart where it peaked at 1 in December 2007. Carry Me Away received massive support from the dj elite including trance heavyweights Armin Van Buuren and DJ Tiesto who proclaimed Carry Me Away to be “THE song of the Summer” in 2007.

A recent collaboration with German trance legends Cosmic Gate resulted in the haunting and emotional track, Not Enough Time which will be the first single lifted from Cosmic Gate’s forthcoming artist album (Black Hole Recordings). Emma has also recently released a debut album in Australia with her rock band side project, Missing Hours. With a sound likened to that of Placebo and Garbage, Missing Hours have shared international stages with the likes of Imogen Heap and The Script. With current projects including tracks with Gareth Emery, Tiesto, Dash Berlin, Lange, Andy Duguid, Marcus Schosow and Sied Van Riel, 2009 is set to be an incredible year for this unique, gifted newcomer with the ethereal, unmistakable voice.


Emma's special message for her worldwide fans:




To read the full interview please visit
TranceHub.com

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Links:

http://www.trancehub.com
http://www.myspace.com/emmahewittofficial

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New Rachael Starr Track:


Cedric Gervais feat. Rachael Starr - Even Though

Rachael Starr BIO Combining skill with modernism and her aptitude for style with ingenuity, Rachael is breaking new ground in the electronic and dance music industries.

Any fans of Producer, DJ and vocalist Rachael Starr will be pleased to hear theres a new track in the making. Rachael has co-produced and sang on a track for Cedric Gervais which will be featured on his upcoming album. Released on Ultra Records. The album should be out by summer.

From the sample I've heard of 'Even Though' it sounds great. Amazing vocals from Rachael. Hopefully there will be some remixes alongside it too. Just like Rachaels previous release 'To Forever'.

Links:

http://www.rachaelstarr.com/
http://www.cedricgervais.com
http://ultrarecords.com/

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OceanLab - Lonely Girl (Music Video)

Lonely Girl' is the new single from Above & Beyond who are ranked 4th most popular act in the world according to the authoritative DJ Mag Poll 2008. The highest ranked UK act sitting alongside Tiesto, Armin Van Buuren and Paul Van Dyk, Above & Beyond were recently voted Best Group at the International Dance Music Awards, ahead of the likes of Daft Punk, Soulwax, Justice, and Pendulum.

The single is taken from their #1 Dance Album on iTunes UK, OceanLab 'Sirens Of The Sea', released in 2008. The album garnered glowing reviews from Mixmag - "Blissed out Beauty", DJ Magazine - "Regular Goose Bump Factory", M8 and the like. This single coincides with the release of their remixes album Sirens of the Sea REMIXED which is currently the #1 Dance Album on iTunes US. This single follows On A Good Day which stormed the dance charts and took over the UK homepage of YouTube thanks to an official video compiled from clips submitted by fans from all over the world.

The video for Lonely Girl was shot in LA and features Select model Jacqueline Lord.

Original, Gareth Emery & Ronski Speed versions available now from all major download stores. Radio Edit, Ercola & PROFF remixes available from 15th July 2009.





Directed by Sarah Weinstein
Director of Photography Bennett Cerf