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Smashing the Opponent

Infected Mushroom · 2009

40 min · 6 tracks · trance

A vibrant fusion of progressive trance and psychedelic beats that invites relentless movement on the dance floor.

Why this album works

The album received significant attention within the electronic music community, particularly for its remixes which showcased collaborations with various artists. Its impact is also noted in live DJ sets, where tracks from this album became staples due to their energetic and hypnotic qualities, helping to define the sound of trance in the late 2000s.
Best for
steady dance floor energy invigorating rhythmic momentum immersive in-order listening experience
Context
By 2009, Infected Mushroom was already established in the electronic music scene, known for their innovative sound. "Smashing the Opponent" marked a continuation of their exploration into trance, following their previous album, "Vicious Delicious," released in 2007. This release further solidified their position as key figures in the psytrance genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Paul van Dyk· Armin van Buuren· Aly & Fila

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Smashing the Opponent (album mix) Standout 4:10
  • 2 Smashing the Opponent (Timo Maas Mutant dub mix) Standout 8:35
  • 3 Smashing the Opponent (Adam White Perfecto remix) Standout 9:43
  • 4 Smashing the Opponent (XI remix) 6:54
  • 5 Smashing the Opponent (Robert Vadney’s Vicious remix) 6:48
  • 6 Smashing the Opponent (J.Viewz remix) 4:45

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