Loneliness cover

Loneliness

Tomcraft · 2003

37 min · 6 tracks · trance

A pulsating trance anthem that melds euphoric melodies with a driving beat, creating an immersive dance experience.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Loneliness (radio edit) Start here — This version captures the essence of the song's infectious melody and rhythmic drive, making it accessible for radio play and broadening its audience.
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    Loneliness (Tomcraft mix) — The original mix showcases Tomcraft's signature sound, blending melodic elements with deep basslines that epitomize the trance genre.
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    Loneliness (Aspect mix) — This remix introduces a fresh perspective while maintaining the core elements of the original, demonstrating how versatile the track can be within different contexts.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100
Lowland
Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The mixes provide variety but lack a strong narrative flow, making it less cohesive as an album.

What we noticed

  • The title track is presented in five different mixes, each varying in tempo and arrangement while maintaining the core melody.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

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 pacing for reflective moments
  • euphoric beats with melancholic undertones
  • exploration of longing themes
  • in-order listening for full impact

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This single marked Tomcraft's significant rise to fame and recognition in the electronic music scene.
Career context
In 2003, Tomcraft released 'Loneliness' as his breakthrough single after years of working in the electronic music scene. This track marked a significant turning point, propelling him into the international spotlight and establishing him as a notable figure in the trance genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Paul van Dyk· Armin van Buuren· Above & Beyond

Tracklist

  • 1 Loneliness (radio edit) Start here 3:48
  • 2 Loneliness (Tomcraft mix) 7:52
  • 3 Loneliness (Aspect mix) 6:26
  • 4 Loneliness (Lost at Sea mix) 5:53
  • 5 Loneliness (MUC mix) 5:54
  • 6 Loneliness (The Calculators mix) 7:33

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