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Darude ‘Sandstorm’ | The Making Of A Dance Anthem 0 (0)

Darude’s ‘Sandstorm’, originally released in 1999, remains one of dance music’s most recognisable tracks 25 years later. “It went viral, before viral was a thing”, Darude reflects when asked about the legacy of ‘Sandstorm’; from its early chart success and Top of the Pops glory, to its seemingly never-ending social media attention and cult following of today. Electronic music history is rich with unforgettable and timeless classics. In our series, DJ Mag explores the tales behind some of the world’s favourite dance tracks, told by the people that made them. Watch more from the series here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGQNM_MbRMj0o92dwsw61tI7fZme2HNT&si=YvAHHGypdlWp_aDo ⚡️ Celebrate with [See More…]

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Paul van Dyk ‘For An Angel’ | The Making Of A Trance Classic 0 (0)

First released in 1994, German DJ and producer Paul Van Dyk’s debut track ‘For An Angel’ is one of trance music’s defining anthems, an enduring hit that encapsulates the feeling at the heart of an ecstatic dancefloor. 30 years on, he tells DJ Mag about the genesis and inner workings of the song that changed his life, and which influenced the evolution of an entire genre. Paul van Dyk is set to release an anniversary remix package this October. Electronic music history is rich with unforgettable and timeless classics. In our series, DJ Mag explores the tales behind some of [See More…]