Released 23 years ago today
Anjunabeats Volume One
Above & Beyond · 2003
79 min · 13 tracks · trance
A euphoric blend of progressive trance with soaring melodies and deep emotional undertones that define the early 2000s electronic scene.
Top tracks — play these first
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Razorfish (Above & Beyond's Progressive mix) — This track features an intricate layering of synths and emotive vocals, showcasing the duo's skill at creating atmospheric soundscapes that resonate deeply with listeners.
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Sky Falls Down (Armin van Buuren remix) — Incorporating Armin van Buuren's signature style, this remix elevates the original with its uplifting energy, making it a standout in live sets and a fan favorite.
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What It Feels Like for a Girl (Above & Beyond 12″ club mix) Start here — Transforming Madonna's pop hit into a trance anthem, this remix exemplifies Above & Beyond's ability to bridge mainstream sounds with underground beats effectively.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album establishes a strong foundation for Above & Beyond's sound but lacks standout compositions.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent tempo around 130 BPM, maintaining an energetic flow throughout its duration.
- Each track incorporates layered synths and atmospheric pads, creating a cohesive soundscape that blends seamlessly from one song to the next.
- 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
- steady melodic journey throughout
- uplifting beats for celebration
- euphoric moments in every track
- for late-night dancing
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- not into long listening sessions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Above & Beyond's presence in the trance scene and launched their Anjunabeats label.
- Career context
- Released in 2003, Anjunabeats Volume One marked Above & Beyond's debut compilation, establishing their presence in the trance music scene. At this time, the trio had already gained recognition for their remixes and original tracks, making this collection pivotal in solidifying their identity as leading figures in electronic music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Armin van Buuren· Cosmic Gate· Paul van Dyk
Tracklist
- 1 What It Feels Like for a Girl (Above & Beyond 12″ club mix) Start here 6:50
- 2 Far From in Love (original mix) 6:02
- 3 Razorfish (Above & Beyond's Progressive mix) 6:57
- 4 Rush (Super8 vs. Orkidea remix) 6:37
- 5 Epic (Above & Beyond remix) 6:16
- 6 Albinoni (Above & Beyond Opera mix) 5:19
- 7 Remember (Summer Sun) (original mix) 6:02
- 8 Volume One (Anjuna Deep mix) 5:20
- 9 Sky Falls Down (Armin van Buuren remix) 7:53
- 10 Time to Die (Seraque remix) 5:20
- 11 M (Above & Beyond Typhoon dub) 5:48
- 12 Day One (Above & Beyond's big room remix) 5:20
- 13 Beautiful Together (Signum remix) 5:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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