Southern Sun/Ready Steady Go cover

Southern Sun/Ready Steady Go

Paul Oakenfold · 2002

97 min · 15 tracks · trance

Euphoric trance beats intertwine with soaring vocals, encapsulating the essence of early 2000s electronic dance music.

Why this album works

Southern Sun/Ready Steady Go became a defining release for Oakenfold, particularly 'Southern Sun', which charted in multiple countries and received significant airplay on radio stations worldwide. The tracks have been pivotal in shaping the sound of modern trance and influenced countless producers in the genre.
Best for
euphoric dance floor anthems wave-like pacing for movement dynamic remix exploration experience
Context
By 2002, Paul Oakenfold was a prominent figure in the trance scene, having gained major recognition from his earlier remixes and compilations. This release followed his influential album 'Perfecto Presents: Another World' and solidified his reputation as a leading DJ and producer during the electronic dance music boom.
Stylistic neighbors
Paul van Dyk· Armin van Buuren· Aly & Fila

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Southern Sun (Edit) Standout 3:55
  • 2 Ready Steady Go (Edit) Standout 3:25
  • 3 Southern Sun (Extended Mix) 7:00
  • 4 Ready Steady Go (Extended Mix) 4:15
  • 5 Southern Sun (DJ Tiesto Remix) Standout 9:44
  • 6 Southern Sun (Gabriel & Dresden Unplugged Remix) 8:22
  • 7 Southern Sun (Sebata Breaks Mix) 7:20
  • 8 Ready Steady Go (Layo & Bushwacka Remix) 6:35
  • 9 Southern Sun (Carmen Rizzo Chillout Mix) 4:20
  • 10 Southern Sun (Solar Stone After Hours Remix) 8:35
  • 11 Ready Steady Go (PMT Remix) 9:03
  • 12 Southern Sun (Liquid Todd Remix) 6:13
  • 13 Southern Sun (Liquid Todd Dub) 6:07
  • 14 Southern Sun (Sebata Breaks Dub) 5:22
  • 15 Ready Steady Go (Trailer Trash Remix) 7:01

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