The Politics of Dancing 2 cover

The Politics of Dancing 2

Paul van Dyk · 2005

148 min · 32 tracks · trance · electro house · progressive house

A euphoric blend of progressive trance and uplifting melodies that invites listeners to dance and dream.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied peaks
  • euphoric melodies for dancing
  • wave-like pacing invites immersion
  • uplifting tracks for celebration
  • for extended listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone, concise tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2005, Paul van Dyk was solidifying his status as a leading figure in the electronic music scene, following the success of his previous album 'The Politics of Dancing' released in 2003. This album served as a sequel, showcasing his evolution in sound and production techniques while continuing to captivate a global audience.
Stylistic neighbors
Armin van Buuren· Above & Beyond· Cosmic Gate

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 String Theory 3:58
  • 2 Getting Away (Leama & Moor remix) 3:20
  • 3 Tangerine 2:51
  • 4 Transatlantic (Andy Moor remix) 3:50
  • 5 Dream On (Luke Chable remix) 3:46
  • 6 Burn 4:27
  • 7 Alone 5:36
  • 8 Why? 5:20
  • 9 Adrenaline 3:55
  • 10 Summerdream (Paul van Dyk remix) 6:20
  • 11 Closer Now 4:14
  • 12 The Unknown (club mix) 4:34
  • 13 Forbidden Love 3:55
  • 14 Someday (instrumental mix) 4:38
  • 15 Falling Anywhere (rework) 3:34
  • 16 Lyteo (Rank 1 remix) 3:26
  • 17 Messages (Paul van Dyk remix) 6:58

Disc 2

  • 1 The Other Side 8:15
  • 2 Second Day 6:00
  • 3 Yeah 4:40
  • 4 Make It 3:44
  • 5 Superfly 4:13
  • 6 Linking People 5:08
  • 7 More Than a Life Away 3:23
  • 8 Close Horizon 4:23
  • 9 T34 4:09
  • 10 Shine 5:24
  • 11 Believe 3:09
  • 12 Swing 2 Harmony 5:12
  • 13 Higher 4:44
  • 14 Carry On 4:53
  • 15 Nothing 6:10

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