#41 Feat. Staff Picks in Trance (Raw / Deep / Hypnotic)

Named after a unique Turkish expression describing the shimmering of moonlight on the sea, Yakamoz tells the story of a playful tease. The stunning vocals of Spacer Woman and Champagne Soul are complemented by driving prog-bass and cheeky trance-like synth stabs. Both vocalists trade lines like lovers in a game of chase, their voices weaving through lush pads and pulsating rhythms. While undeniably made for the dance floor, the track showcases unconventional yet intriguing percussion like the darbouka. It takes the listener on an exploration of sound, merging the best of Turkish electronic music and contemporary prog-house. Big, euphoric synths crash against the groove, breaking the tension into pure dancef loor ecstasy. Yakamoz lingers in that fleeting moment between hesitation and surrender, leaving you wanting more. Bringing the stunning release home is Moonlight Dance, which upholds the theme of fusing Middle Eastern musicality with modern-day club elements and blends trance-infused bass lines, mesmerising rhythmical percussions such as darbouka and riq with enchanting flute melodies in a contemporary dance track. At its core, you will find a rolling bass line while on top the lead synth is accompanied by Arabian oud and bağlama to intrigue the listener (or clubber) with an intricate groove. Both songs showcase a beautiful collaboration between traditional elements and contemporary dance music in a captivating way. They remind us that music is not only about sound; its about identity, heritage, and courage.

Spacer Woman