early trance

  1. TheTranceHistorian

    40+ tunes that led to the birth of trance [Documenting Trance #0]

    Introduction This is an extension/prequel to my previous post I made a few days ago, in which I talked about the finest examples of proper trance music from the early years of the genre. This writing also focuses on the years between 1988 and 1992, but its main goal is to help you better...
  2. TheTranceHistorian

    I listened to all 2,500 trance tunes from 1988-1992 [Documenting Trance #1]

    Introduction The Classic Trance Database (a freely available online resource I've created) lists around 150,000 individual tunes released between 1988 and 2009 that have any trance-related style tags on Discogs. In an effort to discover and highlight all the greatest releases from the classic...
  3. TheTranceHistorian

    Eden Transmission - I'm So High (Ubud Mix) [1991]

    This one is a new find of mine and after listening to it fully, it went straight into my playlist. It's a deep and progressive 12-minute journey, in the veins of such classics as Li Kwan - Point Zero, Unreal - After Hours, and The Source Experience - The Source Experience. However, this one is...
  4. TheTranceHistorian

    Effective Force - Illuminate The Planet (World In Order Mix) [1993]

    This is one of the many tunes that was featured in MFS Berliner – a trance documentary from 1993 showing the early days of the genre with key figures such as Paul Van Dyk, Mark Reeder, and Laurent Garnier. The remixer behind this version is none other than Paul Van Dyk, and despite some of his...
  5. Tievb21

    VA - Tunes of Light, Vol. 1 [Tunes Of Light]

    Get ready to immerse yourself in a musical experience. Tunes Of Light is proud to present its first ever VA, an exciting compilation that seamlessly blends the magical vibes of 90's old school trance with a modern twist that's sure to get you grooving. Imagine the timeless beats that defined the...