Is Tri-State a good place to start with Above & Beyond?

Yes, Tri-State is recommended as a starting point for new Above & Beyond listeners. Euphoric melodies intertwine with driving beats, creating an immersive trance experience that invites listeners to transcend reality. Tri-State was Above & Beyond's debut studio album, released in 2006 after establishing themselves in the trance scene through their earlier mix compilations. At this point, the trio was gaining significant recognition, setting the stage for their future commercial success and artistic evolution.

Who is Tri-State for?

Tri-State works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, for late-night introspection and uplifting melodies for reflective moments.

How many songs are on Tri-State?

Tri-State has 13 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

Tri-State

Above & Beyond · 2006

74 min · 13 tracks · trance

Euphoric melodies intertwine with driving beats, creating an immersive trance experience that invites listeners to transcend reality.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Tri‐State Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Can't Sleep — A quintessential track that showcases Above & Beyond's signature blend of emotive lyrics and euphoric soundscapes, making it a fan favorite.
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Air for Life — This track features a memorable vocal performance layered over lush synths, capturing the essence of hope and freedom that defines much of the album.
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World on Fire — With its powerful build-up and uplifting drops, this track exemplifies the duo’s ability to create anthemic moments that resonate deeply within live settings.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album blends euphoric melodies with driving beats, showcasing strong production and emotional depth.

What we noticed

The album opens with a title track that sets a euphoric tone, followed by a series of tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace.
Several tracks feature vocal elements that intertwine with instrumental sections, creating a dynamic interplay between melody and rhythm.
The last three tracks gradually decrease in tempo, allowing the album to conclude on a more reflective note.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

dynamic journey with emotional peaks
for late-night introspection
uplifting melodies for reflective moments
captivating soundscapes for focus
transcendent energy during long drives

Maybe skip if you

seekers of instant gratification
prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album established Above & Beyond's reputation in the trance genre.
Themes: emotive soundscapes· dance floor transcendence
Career context: Tri-State was Above & Beyond's debut studio album, released in 2006 after establishing themselves in the trance scene through their earlier mix compilations. At this point, the trio was gaining significant recognition, setting the stage for their future commercial success and artistic evolution.
Stylistic neighbors: Armin van Buuren· Cosmic Gate· Paul van Dyk