Next
ATB · 2017
105 min · 25 tracks · EDM · dance-pop · ambient
Melodic electronic soundscapes intertwine with emotive vocals, creating an immersive journey through dance and ambient textures.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number 12 on the German Albums Chart, reinforcing ATB's continued relevance in the genre. Its fusion of various electronic styles garnered positive reviews, helping to further cement the popularity of ambient music within the broader dance music landscape.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with emotional peaks immersive soundscapes for reflection danceable tracks for social gatherings
- Context
- When 'Next' was released in January 2017, ATB was a well-established figure in the electronic music scene, known for hits like '9 PM (Till I Come)' and 'Don't Stop.' This album marked his return after a four-year hiatus since his previous album, 'Distant Earth,' showcasing a blend of progressive trance and ambient elements that highlight his evolving artistry.
- 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 Pages Standout 3:42
- 2 Never Without You Standout 5:36
- 3 If It Takes All Night 3:27
- 4 Stay With Me 3:19
- 5 Message Out to You 3:35
- 6 A Place Like You 3:24
- 7 Connected Standout 4:12
- 8 Remember When 3:30
- 9 Breach 3:44
- 10 Close Enough to Touch 3:42
- 11 I’m Here 4:01
- 12 Heart of Stone 3:44
- 13 Flash X 3:20
Disc 2
- 1 Route 66 5:10
- 2 Faith 3:55
- 3 Green Sand 5:05
- 4 Moving Cloudbreak 5:40
- 5 When It Ends It Starts Again (ambient version) 5:36
- 6 Back Home 3:18
- 7 Restart 3:17
- 8 Never Stop 3:48
- 9 Time 4:28
- 10 Pulsar 6:50
- 11 Within a Dream 4:51
- 12 Project X 4:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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