Contact
ATB · 2014
176 min · 32 tracks · EDM · dance-pop · ambient
A euphoric blend of uplifting melodies and pulsating beats that captures the essence of contemporary trance.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its commercial success, reaching notable positions on various European charts, solidifying ATB's status within the trance genre. It also reflects a resurgence of interest in progressive trance music during the early 2010s, influencing a new generation of electronic artists.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks uplifting melodies for motivation dynamic journey through emotions
- Context
- In 2014, ATB was well-established in the electronic music scene, following his breakthrough with '9 PM (Till I Come)' in 1999. 'Contact' marked his return to studio albums after a three-year gap since 'Distant Earth' in 2011, showcasing his evolution while still resonating with longtime fans.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul van Dyk· Armin van Buuren· Aly & Fila
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 When It Ends It Starts Again Standout 4:52
- 2 Raging Bull Standout 3:37
- 3 Together Standout 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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