Contact
ATB · 2014
176 min · 32 tracks · electronic dance music
A euphoric blend of progressive trance and ambient textures, creating a sonic landscape that inspires both dance and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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When It Ends It Starts Again Start here — This opening track sets the tone with its uplifting melodies and driving beat, representing the album's blend of energy and introspective moments.
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Together — Featuring emotive vocals and a climactic build, this track captures the essence of unity and connection that permeates throughout the album.
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Jetstream — With its ethereal soundscapes and rhythmic complexity, this track exemplifies ATB's ability to create immersive auditory experiences that transport listeners.
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Everything Is Beautiful — This song showcases a warm melody paired with heartfelt lyrics, highlighting ATB's knack for crafting songs that resonate emotionally while still encouraging movement.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- uplifting melodies for motivation
- dynamic journey through emotions
- extended tracks for deep immersion
- for euphoric dance moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- want immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows ATB's continued vitality and relevance in electronic music after a hiatus.
- Themes
- dancefloor unity· uplifting soundscapes
- Career context
- By the time ATB released 'Contact' in 2014, he was already an established figure in electronic music, known for hits like '9 PM (Till I Come)'. This album marked his return after a three-year hiatus since 'Distant Earth' in 2011, showcasing his continued evolution as an artist while embracing contemporary EDM influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul van Dyk· Armin van Buuren· Above & Beyond
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Together
The chorus shifts to an inclusive message that emphasizes shared experiences and collective joy.
This lyrical choice fosters a sense of community among listeners, enhancing the emotional impact of the song within the upbeat musical arrangement.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 When It Ends It Starts Again Start here 4:52
- 2 Raging Bull 3:37
- 3 Together 4:42
- 4 Face to Face 3:41
- 5 Beam Me Up 4:32
- 6 Hard to Cure 6:06
- 7 Now or Never 4:36
- 8 Straight to the Stars 4:21
- 9 Walking Awake 5:09
- 10 Everything Is Beautiful 5:01
- 11 What Are You Waiting For 4:11
- 12 Still Here (ATB’s Anthem 2014 version) 5:44
- 13 Arms Wide Open 4:08
- 14 Right Back to You 4:48
Disc 2
- 1 Contact 5:33
- 2 Trace of Life 6:28
- 3 When Angels Travel 7:25
- 4 Jetstream 4:26
- 5 Supersonic 7:24
- 6 Pacific Avenue 6:57
- 7 Red Sun 7:51
- 8 The Mission 6:52
- 9 Love the Silence 5:47
- 10 Cursed by Beauty 6:17
- 11 Galaxia 7:04
- 12 Breathe 2:51
Disc 3
- 1 Now or Never (Junkx remix) 5:48
- 2 Raging Bull (Junkx remix) 5:38
- 3 Face to Face (Rudee remix) 6:51
- 4 When It Ends It Starts Again (original instrumental version) 4:51
- 5 Face to Face (ATB live in Concert in New York) 6:14
- 6 Hard to Cure (ATB live in Concert in New York) 6:36
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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