Rush cover

Rush

Darude · 2003

122 min · 20 tracks · house · trance · hard trance

A pulsating blend of euphoric melodies and driving beats that define early 2000s trance music.

Why this album works

'Rush' features several tracks that became staples in dance clubs worldwide, showcasing Darude's signature sound. The album debuted at number one on the Finnish Albums Chart and received positive reviews for its energetic production, further cementing Darude's influence in the electronic dance music landscape.
Best for
dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing experience
Context
Released on July 15, 2003, 'Rush' was Darude's third studio album, following the massive success of his debut 'Before the Storm' in 1999. At this point in his career, Darude was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the trance scene, aiming to build upon the international acclaim from his hit single 'Sandstorm'.
Stylistic neighbors
Hardfloor· Sonique· AnnaGrace

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Music (Bostik radio edit) 3:32
  • 2 Next to You (remix radio edit) 3:58
  • 3 Bitter Sweet 6:08
  • 4 Serendipity 6:11
  • 5 Healing 6:58
  • 6 Rush Standout 6:16
  • 7 Drive 5:08
  • 8 Passing By 5:52
  • 9 Obsession 6:27
  • 10 Ranta 5:19
  • 11 Music (original) 7:19
  • 12 Next to You (original vocal mix) 7:34

Disc 2

  • 1 Sandstorm (Superchumbo's Sandy Storm) 8:32
  • 2 Sandstorm (Jan Driver remix) 6:12
  • 3 Sandstorm (radio edit) Standout 3:46
  • 4 Feel the Beat (Robbie Rivera's Tribal Sessions mix) 8:05
  • 5 Feel the Beat (Robbie Rivera's Wicked Twisted dub) 7:02
  • 6 Feel the Beat (radio edit) Standout 4:19
  • 7 Out of Control (JS16 remix) 7:06
  • 8 Music (Megara vs. DJ Lee remix) 6:09

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