The New Daylight
Dash Berlin · 2009
74 min · 12 tracks · trance
Euphoric melodies intertwine with driving beats, creating an immersive sonic landscape that defines modern trance music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Man on the Run — This track exemplifies Dash Berlin's signature sound with its uplifting melodies and emotional build-ups, becoming one of his most recognized hits.
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Till the Sky Falls Down — A defining anthem in the trance genre, its soaring synths and compelling vocal lines helped establish Dash Berlin as a major force in electronic music.
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Never Cry Again — This track showcases a blend of poignant lyrics and euphoric production, capturing the essence of hope and resilience that resonates throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid production and engaging melodies but follows familiar trance patterns.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build progressively, layering melodies and beats to create a sense of anticipation.
- Several tracks utilize vocal samples that are woven into the instrumental sections, enhancing the emotional impact without dominating the sound.
- The final track serves as an ambient outro, contrasting with the energetic pace of earlier songs and providing a reflective conclusion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- euphoric moments of melodic release
- immersive soundscapes for dancing
- uplifting energy for late nights
- steady beats for focused listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek immediate musical gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The New Daylight is Dash Berlin's debut studio album, following a string of successful singles that established him in the trance scene. Released in early 2009, it marked a pivotal moment in his career as he transitioned from DJing to producing a cohesive body of work. This album solidified his reputation and influence in electronic dance music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Armin van Buuren· Above & Beyond· Paul van Dyk
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Till the Sky Falls Down 5:57
- 2 Man on the Run 6:33
- 3 Wired 6:30
- 4 Waiting 7:17
- 5 Never Cry Again 6:29
- 6 To Be the One 6:53
- 7 End of Silence 5:09
- 8 The Night Time 6:10
- 9 Renegade 4:22
- 10 Janeiro 6:52
- 11 Feel U Here 6:35
- 12 The New Daylight 5:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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