Substance
Blank & Jones · 2002
74 min · 12 tracks · trance
A euphoric blend of melodic trance and ambient soundscapes that invites introspection and dance alike.
Why this album works
'Substance' received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to trance music, featuring tracks that successfully bridged club culture and listening experiences. The album's success bolstered Blank & Jones' reputation, leading to numerous remix opportunities and collaborations in the years that followed, influencing the evolving landscape of electronic music.
- Best for
- euphoric waves of melodic exploration introspective moments for deep focus dynamic journey with resolution
- Context
- By the time 'Substance' was released in 2002, Blank & Jones were already recognized figures in the trance scene, following their breakthrough album 'Beyond Time' (2000). This album marked a continuation of their exploration into lush electronic textures, further establishing their signature sound within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul van Dyk· Armin van Buuren· Aly & Fila
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Substance 2:42
- 2 Desire Standout 6:42
- 3 Watching the Waves Standout 7:17
- 4 Coming to Life 5:49
- 5 Elve’s Cry 5:17
- 6 Suburban Hell 5:36
- 7 Closer to the Edge 7:10
- 8 The Art of Love Standout 6:06
- 9 D-Battery 5:10
- 10 It’s Alright 5:19
- 11 Golden Moon 8:35
- 12 Desire (ambient mix) / Substance (outro) 8:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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