Released 20 years ago
Anjunabeats Volume Four
Above & Beyond · 2006
78 min · 14 tracks · trance
Euphoric melodies and pulsating basslines intertwine, creating an immersive soundscape that defines the essence of trance music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Small Step on the Other Side (B.P.’s Volume Four rework) Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Can't Sleep — The Maori remix of this track captures the haunting vocals and emotional depth that have become synonymous with Above & Beyond's style, making it a standout for its atmospheric build-up.
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Aria Epica — This track exemplifies the euphoric highs of trance with its soaring synths and climactic drops, showcasing the duo's knack for creating memorable melodies.
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Breathe — With its lush production and compelling rhythms, this track highlights Above & Beyond's ability to blend emotive storytelling with dancefloor energy, representing the album's core essence.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid trance production with effective transitions, though it doesn't push boundaries in composition.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent tempo throughout, with most tracks maintaining a driving beat that rarely dips below 128 BPM.
- Several tracks incorporate vocal samples, but the majority focus on instrumental builds and climaxes characteristic of trance music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- euphoric moments for emotional release
- dynamic journey through soundscapes
- for late-night drives
Maybe skip if you
- dislike prolonged listening experiences
- prefer straightforward, punchy tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album helped establish Above & Beyond's reputation in trance music.
- Themes
- emotional storytelling· immersive soundscapes
- Career context
- In 2006, Above & Beyond were solidifying their reputation in the electronic music scene with 'Anjunabeats Volume Four', their fourth compilation album. This release followed their acclaimed 'Anjunabeats Volume Three' and showcased their growth as both DJs and producers, featuring a blend of original tracks and remixes that resonated with fans worldwide.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Armin van Buuren· Cosmic Gate· Paul van Dyk
Tracklist
- 1 Small Step on the Other Side (B.P.’s Volume Four rework) Start here 6:16
- 2 Come Play Perfect (original mix) 5:30
- 3 5 (original mix) 5:47
- 4 Aria Epica (original mix) 5:14
- 5 Keep On (Komytea remix) 4:59
- 6 Ultraviolet (original mix) 4:44
- 7 Illumina (original mix) 4:57
- 8 North Pole (original mix) 3:46
- 9 Amsterdam (Smith & Pledger remix) 6:35
- 10 Helsinki Scorchin’ (original mix) 4:41
- 11 Can’t Sleep (Maori remix) 5:25
- 12 Get Off (original mix) 7:12
- 13 White (original mix) 6:28
- 14 Breathe (original mix) 7:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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