What makes WKND by Ferry Corsten notable?

WKND received positive reviews from both fans and critics, solidifying Corsten's status in the trance and electro scenes. The album's tracks often dominated dance charts, reflecting a growing trend towards festival-friendly electronic music during this period. Ferry Corsten was already an established figure in electronic music by the time of WKND's release, following his breakthrough with albums like 'Right of Way' in 2003. This album marked his continued evolution as a producer and DJ, showcasing his ability to blend mainstream appeal with underground sensibilities during the early 2010s dance music renaissance.

WKND works well if you're into uplifting energy for celebrations, vibrant soundtrack for weekends and dynamic journey with euphoric peaks.

How many songs are on WKND?

WKND has 14 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.

WKND

Ferry Corsten · 2012

76 min · 14 tracks · electro

Energetic electro beats intertwine with uplifting melodies, creating a vibrant soundtrack for nightlife and weekend escapades.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Feel It — This track encapsulates the album's energetic spirit with its pulsing bassline and infectious hooks, making it a favorite on dance floors.
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Ain't No Stoppin' — With its anthemic structure and powerful vocals, this song stands out as a celebration of resilience and determination, resonating deeply within the electro genre.
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WKND — The title track serves as a culmination of the album's themes, featuring euphoric melodies that perfectly embody the feel-good essence of weekend revelry.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album delivers energetic tracks with strong beats but lacks significant innovation within its genre.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent tempo throughout, with most tracks maintaining a driving beat suitable for dance floors.
Each track typically builds up to a euphoric drop, often layering synth melodies over rhythmic bass lines.
Several tracks incorporate vocal samples or hooks that are repeated, creating anthemic moments designed for crowd engagement.
The final track, 'WKND', serves as a culmination of the album's energy, featuring a climactic arrangement that encapsulates the overall vibe.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 3/10

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

uplifting energy for celebrations
vibrant soundtrack for weekends
dynamic journey with euphoric peaks
for dancefloor moments

Maybe skip if you

prefer slow, introspective tracks
seek minimalistic soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context: Ferry Corsten was already an established figure in electronic music by the time of WKND's release, following his breakthrough with albums like 'Right of Way' in 2003. This album marked his continued evolution as a producer and DJ, showcasing his ability to blend mainstream appeal with underground sensibilities during the early 2010s dance music renaissance.
Stylistic neighbors: Above & Beyond· Armin van Buuren· Paul van Dyk