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Same. My friends and I LOVE this album. After 9 years, we are wondering if Tyler may consider a follow up to Spiral Empire? It would so cool and exciting to hear what he can do now if he has the passion and vision.

At the premiere of "50 to 1" with Skeet Ulrich http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5522174/ Not sure what's up with broken links to photos when I revisit this thread.

Positive news. Good releases. Surprises. Goa.

Wait. Draeke re-released my favorite album in Goa-Trance?! Sorry I'm arriving late. I've often felt that I.F.O. Re-Mastered properly could improve it further assuming they have the original waves (raw files). So this means a great Re-Mastering of I.F.O. (CD1), with Live Versions I've never heard (CD2), and more (CD3) from Pleiadians in their prime?! What?! This sounds too good. Shut up.

Finally hearing the for the first time in December, 2015. There are some great parts for sure. The album's dreamy (well dreamland, duh!), fantasy-esque, and imaginative. I like the samples. Gripes - Let's get these out of the way. First, Orion In Maroc reminds me too much of Orion 2 from 1997's Psykadelia album. For a remix or a different version (it shares similar sounds), it's inferior in virtually every way IMO and not THAT good. Sure it's not bad; I see it as a buildup to the better tracksu That said, a more visionary (original?) opening song would have been nice here. Second, why is Anafuzz here? It's a song from Asia2001's 1997 album, Psykadelia. Having it re-appear feels less refreshing and supportive of the new album vision of Dreamland. I think it's obvious that people like to experience new songs on a new album. Track 2 is good. 3 is great (that's what I like). Track 4 - very nice melody-wise(!), but plays it safe around its warm harmonies. Track 5 - pretty good with getting more fast and edgy, but the structure and direction (personality) is a little lacking. Track 6 - Awesome song from 1997's Psykadelia. Is it here to raise the awesomeness? Track 7 - Awesome song, never heard it before. The best track since The Last Survivors for me. I love the pacing, synths, gripping! Track 8 - Conclusion - Dreamland is a very good release. The artist doesn't top himself as a whole album (compared to previous ones) but it has its moments (awesome tracks) and is appreciated and enjoyable by today's standards. Just get Annafuzz off it and be your own album (unless it's a remix or different version and I missed something). Annafuzz is out of place here since it already released, though a great one for sure. I love the melodic/harmonious coupled with several galactic (more edgy/intense) Goa numbers and approach. Best Tracks: 3, 7, and everything after Anafuzz (it's great yes, but we've heard it on Psykadelia!!! feels cheap and misplaced here, taking up space when we could have had a new song). Probably an 8/10 from me (B+) something like that. Currently in Suntrip's "shop" ! https://www.suntriprecords.com/product/item/AVACD04/ Stream the full album here! https://youtu.be/WklqxsoNdDU It would be amazing if this artist updated and evolved his style and made a new Goa album to release through Suntrip Records.

Martyr's (French) Inside (French) The Evil Dead (original) The Amityville Horror (original) The Exercise The Ring (American Version) A Nightmare on Elm Street (Original) Hellraiser The Orphanage Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) Jacob's Ladder The Descent Saw The Mist Kairo (2001) Shutter (2004)

Starkraver, thank you so much for the feedback and the kind words. I'm glad that you liked the film, and mentioned some of what could have been better. This was a big learning experience for me and I'm grateful for all the positive words and constructive criticism I get. I wanted to add something regarding the woman's fate for those who've seen the film. There's also more in the description box on YouTube. Rotwang, thanks for the spoiler tags tip.

Rotwang, thanks for watching the film and for the feedback. Every little bit helps since I'm always looking to improve and do something different (also with positive msg) the next time.

Hey all, check out this short, experimental 9 minute film I wrote, shot, directed, and edited. ---> ( https://youtu.be/UpNEQ_Pmw0I ). It's music-driven but otherwise silent. Please see the full description box on YouTube for more. It's pretty spiritual, experimental, and can be interpreted in different ways. Whatever you thought, let me know.

The movie was insane. No major spoilers... The film captures the tone and feel of the trailer (even the same music and score). The action was kept mainly organic (without CGI) and we preferred (loved) that old-school approach. The film's crazy, as if a war broke out at Burning Man on wheels. We had some gripes with Max's character who doesn't say much. He isn't very likable and could have broken out better (once he does from his PTSD or whatever). Viewers are told why, but I still thought he could have had more personality once he gets that mask came off that he's in the half the freekin movie (after the opening). The film could have dropped his character IMO and just been called, "Fury Road" or "FURIOUSA" since it's more about Charlize Theron's Furiousa and her objective. But in the end, I was happy he was there to balance out the female arc a little. The director took a risk developing the premise and plot after the action begins. There's very little dialogue in the film, but I think that enhances the action and atmosphere, both A impressive. Some choices by the good guys felt less rational at times, but I realize they're desperate, surviving against innumerable odds. The crazy white guys are like a vampire cult which really ups the ante. I can see how some would criticize the film for having a shallow story/plot or rather lack of; it's basically a getting from point A to B type movie because of A or B that happened. So the result is a film that's more or less an epic, insane car/combat chase built on a premise. But it works. Adult movies are seldom this good and rarely this groundbreaking. Transformers was mainly CGI (overload) and this is not. A little more backstory on Furiousa would have been nice though, as Fury Road could have easily been two parts unless they make a prequel showing the backstory of Furiousa since she obviously has a lot of history as a fighter, leader, and relative to the super villain. Also, I think it would have worked if they showed us a 5-10- minute summary of the first three films, then said... 20 years later (or however long its been) to catch people up and for those who haven't seen the originals. But you don't need to see the originals to enjoy Fury Road IMO. If you liked the trailer, you'll probably like the film. If you didn't, don't bother. The film has a good message. Charlize Theron's "Furiousa" and "Nux" steal the show. Max could have been better (lacks personality and implied to be too psychologically affected to enjoy that much). Maybe overall an A- but we'd give: action, STUNTS, choreography, and special effects an A. It's the best action film of the year and possibly in years. John Wick was also great. Does that mean you'll like it? No! Some will find it too action-y and extreme, weird (the cult's culture) and non-stop. But we personally liked it A LOT and hopefully next time they'll be more substance to compliment the awesome action. I imagine 4/5 people will consider this one of the best (or most impressive) action films ever made while some will simply not care for it for any number of reasons.

Wow... it's so interesting to see what you all look like. A lot of nature/animal lovers. I feel like people generally form these perceptions on the internet of each other that are not even close. You know I love you guys, right? We all wouldn't be here if we didn't share a connection. There's definitely more ladies in these forums too! If my photos stop working (I dragged and dropped) you can see some of my work here (real name's James L): Wordpress: https://jamesliakos.wordpress.com Imdb: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5522174 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jayden777/videos This thread will hopefully inspire more people to open up. Our civilization is awakening in consciousness and somehow/way we will meet one day. Me and my girlfriend Mary and our mini pin Becks in Mt. Shasta, CA (2015) With our pet sugar glider Rocket. PS: I saw the photo of the artist via Lunar Dawn. Dude, your Kolovrat album is awesome. Beautiful work!

I am hearing this album for the first time in 2015, the date of this post. Why haven't I heard of this sooner? After posting a thread in the general section via your "Top 10 New School Trance Albums" ... several people mentioned this release. So I did a search on YouTube where you can stream the full album below. It's very good. But the track lists are a little different. On YouTube, the album is called Untold Stories 2004-2007. Does this review thread relate to a different release? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QErewkZ2z80

There are so many threads for Top Ten old school Trance albums. What about "new school" ones? Feel free to do a compilation list too if you want. No need to be exact but close to 10, not too long. Of course you can include honorable mentions (a few bonus) ALBUMS (in no particular order): Torakka: Far Out Express Juno Reactor - The Golden Sun of the Great East Filteria - Daze of Our Lives Lunar Dawn: Kolovrat Artifact303 - Back To Space Ovnimoon - Trancemutation of the Mind Jikkenteki: The Long Walk Home Filteria: Lost in the Wild Mind Sphere: Inner Cyclone Khetzal: Corolle Honorable Mentions: Ra (9th), E-Matra (Arcana), Crossing Mind (The Inner Shift), BlackStarrFinale (AURYN), Talpa (The Art of Being Non), Filteria (Sky Input), Filteria (Heliopolis), GoaTree (The Force), Goasia (Amphibians On Spacedock), Mindsphere (Patience for Heaven), E-Mantra (Nemesis). COMPILATIONS (in no particular order): Temple of Chaos The World Beyond Apsara Pyramidal Trancendence Moon Ritual Sundrops: Lights In Motion Ten Spins Around the Sun Analog Dreams Gamayun Tale People Walk Funny Honorable Mentions: Colors of Goa, Opus Iridium, Twist Dreams, Future Architect 2 * Download Pyramidal Trancendence for free off Ektoplazm here: http://www.ektoplazm.com/free-music/pyramidal-trancendence BlackStarrFinale and The World Beyond are both on there too. New School Goa Trance Reference Links: http://www.listology.com/somazoid/list/new-school-goa-trance-discography http://www.discogs.com/lists/New-School-Goa-Trance-Albums-You-Should-Own/17639 https://www.suntriprecords.com/releases/

We should have two top ten lists IMO. One for Old School and one for New School. NEW SCHOOL (Not Including Compilations) Filteria: Daze of Our Lives (2009) Filteria: Lost in the Wild (2014) Filteria: Sky Input (2004) RA: 9th (2008) Jikkenteki: The Long Walk Home (2006) Khetzal: Corolle (2005) Lunar Dawn - Kolovrat (2015) OLD SCHOOL (Not Including Compilations) Pleiadians: I.F.O. Hallucinogen: Twisted (followed by The Lone Deranger) Etnica: Live In Athens Astral Projection: Dancing Galaxy Chi-A.D. - Earth Crossing (followed by Anno Domini) Transwave: Phototropic (followed by Backfire) Asia2001: Psykadelia .................................................................. Suntrip re-released this classic in 2015 ! MFG: New Kind of World (followed by Project Genesis) Tandu: Multimoods Juno Reactor: Beyond the Infinite (followed by Transmissions) That's a little more than ten.. and I didn't even list Cosmology, Etnica, UX, etc, etc. Even a top 20 is NOT easy.

Asia2001 - Psykadelia Suntrip Records 2015 (Re-Release) - Originally released in 1997 1. Anafuzz 2. Orion 2 3. Eolis 2 4. Kalimba 5. Replicants 6. Sherkan 2 7. Reykjavik 8. Flirt Filter I'm hearing this album for the first time in 2015. It ran out-of-print not long after its release in 1997 and was too expensive to buy until 2015. Its been 18 years. I thought I heard the best of the best songs of old-school Goa, but apparently not. I have one other Asia2001 album titled Amazon, and although there's some great tracks on it, Psykadelia (as a whole) is much better. I strongly feel that Psykadelia is the artist's most psychedelic, melodic, and overall tightest album to date. It's not afraid to take risks, and that's a good thing. On to the tracks. 1. Anafuzz is an atmospheric and half ethereal, half cosmic Goa oddity. The synth lead at 1:19 is excellent and complemented at 1:55. The ethnic, echoed female voice adds character. Other FX add to the fantasy-feel of the song. The fantasy element is more akin to Chi-A.D.'s style but through the vision of the artist. It's fresh and works great. The only part I'm not a fan of is the abrupt, rather odd transition at 3:45. It could have been smoother, less random. Despite that, it works to re-freshen the song which only gets better. There is a stronger mixture of layering in the second half which adds to the chorus-esque (climactic lead) excitement. Between shifts, the artist keeps our attention before the next wave arrives, returning the (stuck in my head) climactic lead with even greater emphasis in the later act. This is a really satisfying track. It creates something great while in a sense, creating fan service to the genre itself. Maybe the latter is actually in part what happened because of songs like this. A 2. Orion 2 appears to be the controversial track on the album when I read through reviews on the original thread, also mentioned in this one above. The song starts slow and mysterious. The first 2-3 minutes have a tune as if driving through the Sierean or Egyption deserts; it's effective. Acknowledging the controversy(?), there is a unique sing-songy, chorus-esque voice sample at 2:59. This repeats numerous times throughout the song like a harmony with the other elements. Around this, the synths grow catchier, such as at 4:12. Even the voice sample is complimented with another one at some point. The music may not feel as exploratory or unpredictable because of them. At 5:36, they disappear all together as the music's intricacy increases. I suppose that the artist could have kept the final act sample free, and I see how some may have preferred less of their usage, while others really appreciate and enjoy this unique aspect. The music is great all around and this song is consistently solid for me, with very catchy elements throughout. A- 3. Eolis 2 is faster, more psychedelic and relentless. The first several minutes are buildup and grow increasingly more animated, unpredictable, and elaborate. The song is like a computer that becomes conscious and exponentially evolves in intelligence, attitude, and unpredictable behavior, well all until the very end. The first analysis is around 3:02 with results coming in at 3:14 that exceed expectations. The artist raises the bar here with the sounds selection relative to their arrangement, production tweaks and intricacy. Their is a subtle guitar involved interlude in the middle that bridges the next section. The next incoming wave of intelligence arrives at 6:55, and it's refreshingly novel and excellent. This flow evolves into new terrain that pushes further via the seventh and eighth minute. I find the song until 9:55 outstanding. It could have easily ended at around there, perfect. But curiously, the artist decided to create an extension around the tenth minute, extending the song's life for 1:20. Although this extension is solid, it doesn't really offer us anything new, and so it doesn't feel necessary. In that regard, I began to lose interest after what felt like a perfectly satisfying close to an exceptional track. Nitpick aside, this is one of the catchiest Goa songs I've ever head. I love its mechanically intricacy, its arrangement, and sheer creative approach. It's impressive. A 4. Kalimba is melodic madness. It's deliciously crafted and grows increasingly catchy. The artist keeps adding in juicy melodies that flow, concocting melodic bliss in the opening act. It's amazing really. The first four to three to five minutes of the song grow to total eargasm; I'd give it solid A. I didn't want it to end. Initially I couldn't figure out why I found the song less memorable and exciting as it progressed until I heard it over and over again. Now I know why. At some point in the sixth minute, the song grows more repetitive, less dynamic and intoxicating. There is a nice drum segment at 6:56. Again, it's nice but nothing spectacular. I feel like the artist ran out of steam early on, unsure how to take the song to new highs. The song's peek (best part) happens earlier than many songs we consider classics, and that is its short-coming here. Kalimba takes off like a rocket (after the first minute) and gradually becomes a missile before ending with a whimper rather than a bang. There is some amazing work as I stated above. I simply wish that the artist sustained the incredible, melodic bliss high for the song's full duration, and kept things as addictive and dynamic in that regard. Overall this is a great song with some phenomenal melody work! A- 5. Replicants doesn't have the amazing first (or juicy melody structure) of Kalimba. It also has a slightly louder kick drum than the other songs. I wasn't sure why, but it works. There's not much of an intro. The beat jumps in at 0:27. Very little grabs my attention in the first two minutes too. Hmmm... Doesn't sound so good so far, but the song somehow is great. Wait, what?! Well because it gets better as it progresses. The generic may as well be a head fake. I'd rather listen to a song that starts out okay and gets better than the other way around, and this gets oh so good. It has a lust for tight melodic intricacy, with a touch of the golden age of Pleiadians (harder edged synth work). Yet never does it sound borrowed or ripped off. This is a tight tripping yarn of a mind-twisting head trip. The segment at 6:25 kicks ass. The song keeps building to new sections that are elaborately arresting. The song ends with a climactic-esque finale, just perfect and very enjoyable. This is a great track. A- 6. Sherkan 2 is a return to Goa madness. The melodic arches and braids are tight. The energy is high. Synth work is infectious. The song innovates. It seems to have no rules. It's FX jumps out into our faces, and the result, I think, is ridiculously good. I love songs that innovate and if you liked the previous tracks, just wait unit you here these last three. This last stretch of the album is edgy, furiously melodic, and exciting. It elevates the album's first and second acts. Furthermore, the artist takes risk. I just love how catchy the Goa melody/sound work is. I love how things change up, keeping my attention throughout. If only Kalimba's sheer melodic madness was this rejuvenating from start to finish (at least for me - I know many people like Kalimba). For me, this is more rewarding as a whole. The artist really knows how to produce an awesome song. A 7. Reykjavik starts out unexpected. There is no intro unless you consider a kick drum increasing in volume one. And yet I'd give it a perfect score. Is that part at 1:44 not exceptionally catchy?! That's just the beginning. This artist seems to have no limitation at times with pushing something great even higher through innovation, creative risk-taking. He has a wild imagination, and you will hear his zero-tolerance for mediocrity throughout this album. Being good doesn't seem acceptable for the most part. This is catchier than the previous number, and another super song that I love every time I listen to. The song is packed with character, twists and turns, buildup and climax, style and visceral elements, atmosphere and ingenuity. It's one of the reasons why we listen to Goa music. The track is spectacular and makes me think of lowering my score on the previous track, just by a little! That's how strong this song is. A 8. Flirt Filter is anything but filtered or filler. The artist keeps finding ways to top himself in terms of what's catchy. My girlfriend finds the previous track catchier in comparison but myself and numerous others find this song even catchier in some ways. Here, the artist takes ONE direction and builds it to near perfection, continuously improving the ride. After the relentless former number, I appreciate the less non-linear direction here. It's the combination of synths, melody/sound work, along with tight interludes and seamless evolutions that make this thing such a doozy. Until the final moments, the song is outstanding. The part at 6:52... how can anyone say that's not catchy? To me the few who do are probably not fans of Goa music. Either that or a very rare exception. This is a really wicked song that doesn't know how to quit gripping us throughout. A CONCLUSION Asia2001's re-release of Psykadelia is one of the best albums that Suntrip has ever released. It's their best re-release since D5's Transdimensional, and one of the best Goa-Trance albums I've ever heard.This blows Amazon out of the water, or at least unquestionably surpasses it in my opinion. I thought I had the best Asia2001 album with Amazon. But no. Definitely not. Don't get me wrong. I like it, but as a whole, it's no Psykadelia, Suntrip re-released what many consider to be the artist's best album to date and this is it. The original mastering is in tact too I later learned (my apologies) and sounds great. Thankfully, the CD is back into circulation and for a reasonable price after all these years. Thank you Suntrip for making this happen. Psykadelia is a must have for Goa fans. The sheer creative insanity of it alone is worth it. This is a fantastic album. Favorite tracks - 1 (!), 2, 3 (!!!), 4, 5, 6(!), 7(!!), 8 (!!!) A Samples / Order Suntrip https://www.suntriprecords.com/release/cat/SUNCDLE05/ Stream the full album here:

I'm streaming the full album on Bandcamp below. The album sounds really good. I've never heard any of these remixes before. I wish the artist made Goa album sequels to "Let's Turn On" debut back in the day. He helped to define the genre. It's amazing what ONE album did. I wonder if he'll ever make another Goatrance song via compilation or album. It could be so magical and ascending. At least we have unreleased remixes of the classic after all these years. I never even knew these things existed. Nice work and hopefully a review thread will be up soon. It's so interesting to hear the alternate versions via different variations of the classic originals. Corrected link https://datrecords.bandcamp.com

V/A - The World Beyond Ambient, Downtempo, Goa, Neo goa, Psy/Goa 2015 1. Chapter I: The Vision (Passing The Monolith Into The Throat Of Time) ... 0.00 2. Chapter II: The Journey (Across The Silver Sea Of Eternal Life) ... 17:10 3. Chapter III: The Gate (Facing The Keeper Below The Human-Form Mountain) ... 33.08 4. Chapter IV: The Sphere (Ascending Towards Star-Eaters To Become The One) 51.53 This is a very interesting, exploratory album that grows from patiently slow ambient to MAGNIFICENTLY ENJOYABLE & EXCITING GOA-TRANCE. The album begins as atmospheric ambient before transitioning to psy/ambient-influenced down/mid-tempo with ethnic, tribal (Psy/Goa) influence before THEN evolving into some of the best Goa-Trance I have heard in over a decade. And you know what? You'd never hear it early on! Some of you may not even believe me until you hear The Gate (!!!) and The Sphere (!) which take up roughly half of the 75 minute album. 1. Chapter I: The Vision (Passing The Monolith Into The Throat Of Time) is a 17 minute atmospheric ambient piece. Initially I skipped through this to the more accessible numbers before going back and listening to it in its entirety. The song requires patience. The atmosphere and echoed effects are intriguing and explorative, as if we're going deep underground in a cavern or a gateway to another dimension. These elements compliment the soundscapes that simmer across the ethereal backdrop (with no beat). Where is it taking us? Anyway, to back up for a moment.. the first 5-6 minutes (minus the opening minute) initially felt like forever. Naturally, more sounds arrived, albeit gradually to engage me a little more rather than how I was feeling before..."Oh this is different." Unique for sure. I would have preferred more ambient direction to make me feel more emotionally invested and hooked earlier on. I realize that this is part of a bigger vision. Fortunately, the song improves. It's mostly ambient, though roughly two-third of the way through, a gentle (downtempo-esque) beat enters which helps, along with some other elements that enhance. Shut your eyes. Focus on your breathing and try to let go listening to this... Speaking of the track's mechanics, where do the artists find such unique sounds? The ambient-esque sound FX in the sixth minute is interesting. The gentle drum work is pretty good too. At around 10:35, there is a (is that reverb or bass?) sound that interests me more. I haven't heard ambient work this lengthy since maybe Jikkenteki's (Ambient Side CD), The Long Walk Home (2006). In some ways I admire this opening track more than I enjoy it, but it is immersive and creative in its own way. The song is rich with textures and sounds, but remains fairly cold, ominous, and alien due to its lack of warmth, feeling, and tone. Some will find it interesting. Some will feel bored. I do not consider this a boring track though, at least not as a whole. Consider this is an epic (unlike anything you've ever heard) entrance to what lies ahead, and what lies ahead is worth it. B+ 2. Chapter II: The Journey (Across The Silver Sea Of Eternal Life) takes us deeper underground or through whatever portal or passage way we're moving through. This is another mysterious, eerie, fairly dark and mystical ambient-influenced song. It feels like a homogenous continuation to the larger story as the track list shows. The echoed drum/click sounds are gripping. The fact that the drum isn't a kick drum here is more unique until 23:41 where a kick drum enters and enjoyably so. This intriguing down to mid-tempo chapter has immersive buildup as it enters an interlude. The music returns with greater engagement and development. It's excellent. I love the tribal sounds, drums, echoed voice FX, the synth work, etc. I love the tribal, more trancey changes and song overall, the Goa melodies, atmosphere, ambient, etc. The track is so creative, catchy, and trancey. Beautiful, interesting, immersive! I'm impressed. A- 3. Chapter III: The Gate (Facing The Keeper Below The Human-Form Mountain) is where things get really exciting. The dark ambient-influenced and mystic introduction is interesting, and creates strong atmosphere and foundation before the beat and synth work arrive via the second minute. The synth work in the second minute is VERY CATCHY! Nice work with the complimentary sounds too. There is a whirling effect, and a strong lead enters at 4:53. It's smooth, fluid, and gripping. I'm hooked. The rhythmic synth work throughout the fifth minute is great. But I was ready for its measure to change (the next part of the song to begin) at 5:49. It's here the song begins to DRAG and GROW REPETITIVE. In that sense, the song begins to feel like it's stuck in a loop, especially by the first quarter of the sixth minute. So it could have ended earlier, and that's my biggest complaint. The music loses the now over-stayed its welcome lead and enters more refreshing terrain via 6:45. The ethereal sounds in the seventh minute is great; same with our passing the eighth minute. I love the ethereal sounds and changes throughout the song! There is a brief interlude for us to catch our breath, and for the song to re-collect itself to evolve. The artists fully take advantage of this. The development via 9:18 is intriguing, eerie. This section grows increasingly more engaging before one of the CATCHIEST parts of the song takes place at 10:28. Without climax or expectation, I'm blown away. This design in synth work is SUPERB, EDGY, WICKEDLY ADDICTIVE. Here, the atmosphere changes. The rhythm picks up and by 11:41, the song introduces a refreshing section! Another strong segment is at 13:32. It's dark, effective, with a touch of power -- this part grows until it explodes into climax at 14:30 -- another SUPERB part. The sound variation/arrangement that arrives soon after is great. Message to Artists: Well done! Thank you so much for going above and beyond. This track surpassed my expectations. Few nitpicks with a dragging lead/climactic section for roughly a minute aside, The Gate is one of the best Goa songs of 2015, and one of the best Goa songs I have head. These guys know how to build a track. It's chock full of unexpected elements that are attention grabbing, evocative, and enhance the whole. The Gate is DARK, IMAGINATIVE, MYSTICAL, SUPERB. I'm blown away every time I hear it. It has been so long since I heard any song in Goa, since maybe Chi.-A.D.'s Anno Domini's album or Sandman's Witchcraft albums from the 90's that I recall describing a track being DARKLY MAGICAL. Outstanding work! A 4. Chapter IV: The Sphere (Ascending Towards Star-Eaters To Become The One) breaks out early on. This is the second (arguably third) uptempo number and it's pretty epic at roughly 20 minutes long. Early on I miss the atmosphere and mystical elements from The Gate, but the rhythm via sound/melody synth work is high octane and driving. It changes up and keeps my attention. The Middle-Eastern melodies are nice, but I'm not in awe (melody/sound wise) in the first act. though it isn't until the second act forward that the song begins to reveal how strong its hand is. The music chills out via interlude for around two minutes (very nice!). Here is where things begin to get interesting. After what The Gate just did, I want the music to get more elaborate and infectious so much. The extended interlude is strong and beautifully developed. Then gradually, a computerized (sleek, futuristic) synth enters, and THIS changes everything. This is where the song becomes strikingly catchier (what I hoped for!). From this point forward, the song is multiple times catchier than what preceded it. The synth work is absorbing, musically intoxicating. YES! I didn't see it early on, just the uptempo energy but not how hooked I'd be via what later would emerge. I love being surprised in good ways, impressed. Oh wait, there are still 10 minutes left?! NO WAY??!!!! And it's still changing, engaging with great ideas, execution, sound/melody work, climax, etc. I think you guys can figure out the rest. Whoever these artist(s) are, they did it. They made another awesome track! Put on a good pair of ear buds or head phones and enjoy! A CONCLUSION The World Beyond is an epic album that rewards patience and grows catchier as it progresses. Words do not give justice to this release. You have to experience it for yourself. As said above, the album starts slow with an atmospheric/exploratory dark ambient number, and builds into a Goatrance beast. Don't let the opening track fool you into thinking things don't pick up, because they most certainly do. The album is mysterious, mystical, innovative, psychedelic (kinda goes without saying), journey-esque, visionary, daring, and thrilling. Ektoplasm has released some of the best albums in 2015 to date including Lunar Dawn - Kolovrat and I imagine a few others. This one is darker, more edgy, and raw. It oozes with innovation, ingenuity, passion, and ambition. The opening track's bold, risk-taking albeit slow nature may divide listeners early on, but the ride is really worth it. Goatrance music is supposed to evolve. It isn't supposed to be linear or formulaic (by-the-numbers) as some new school songs have been over the years. Some artists have gotten lazy (going through the motions) while others have helped to restore Goa to greatness by seeing it as more alive, surreal, magical, and ever-expanding like our Universe. The World Beyond shatters contrived approaches and reinvigorates the genre with fire, heart, and spirit. I really enjoyed the transitional (between dark and dark/light it seems) second track. I feel like that song hasn't received as much appreciation as it deserves considering once things take off, they REALLY take off in the third and forth track so enjoy and appreciate the first two tracks as creative numbers that double as buildup. The second song does a great job bridging the energy from slower to more powerful. Naturally, the last two tracks are excellent, superb. I mean outstanding guys really. Kudos to everyone involved. The World beyond is daring, imaginative, and surreal. It puts the fantasy back into Goa-Trance. and is one of the best albums I have ever heard in my life, specially The Gate and The Sphere are diamonds among a crown of gems. Not even Filteria's Sky Input reached the masterful (intense AND elegant) level of Pleiadian's I.F.O. album, but tracks 3+4 here do it. They are so incredibly CATCHY. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you so much. This is an amazing release. Please make a sequel that attempts to go above and beyond with the very best work here and you have one of the greatest albums in Goa/Electronic music. Some will already consider this one of the best albums in Goa considering so much of it is SUPERB. LOVE THIS !!!!!!! A- COVER ART The cover art is surreal, dark and mystical, reflective of the music. Great work whoever designed it. Also, thank you artists and Ektoplazm for this awesome, visionary release. I am blown away. Steam the FULL ALBUM on YouTube or Ektoplazm at the link below. ALBUM STORY / MEANING & SYMBOLISM / COVER ART Going by the album via the cover art's symbolism, does it have something to do with the Hollow ("Inner") Earth theory aka Agartha via Shangri-La (Shambala), and the city of Telos where it is alleged that ancient civilizations have evolved consciously and reside in a culturally higher vibration (that many including myself refer to as 4th and/or 5th dimensional)?? James Redfield discusses this in his critically acclaimed book, "The Secret of Shambala: In Search of the Eleventh Insight" (!!!). Being that it's the third book of the Celestine Series. Part 1 is "The Celestine Prophecy" (!!!). Part 2 is "The Tenth Insight"(!!) They're all very insightful and aware (consciousness wise). I highly encourage everyone to read them. Just like aura's and psychic abilities that we CAN untap, self-healing and more, mystical, physical realms are REAL in my opinion. There are supposedly gateways scattered throughout the world that cannot be perceived unless one has increased his/her vibrational frequency and comes from a place pure heart and wholeness, without selfish intentions. Cultures and spiritualists have talked about our Earth's Shangri-La as a real, physical place that will become available to all as our civilization awakens to a higher vibration (the awakening) of love, presence, higher truth, higher consciousness. Many claim that there is a WORLD inside our Earth and we are simply living on the surface. Meditate on that. It took me about a year to process, research, meditate and reflect on before though affirmations and investing energy in -- I began seeing things that have now convinced me that the biggest secret (some call it) of the world is not that aliens have visited, but the reality that our planet is far more mysterious and amazing than we ever imagined. To me, the cover looks like a ship entering a multi-dimenional gateway. Like the album, it's dark and mysterious, ethereal and intriguing. Since 4th dimensional consciousness involves duality -- light and dark, unlike acquiring a light body via fifth dimensional consciousness, my inference is the mystical via 4th dimension. 4D realms are not some far away planets (alone) but accessible here and now through a state (shift) in consciousness. In other words, I believe a physical (higher vibrational) reality simultaneously exists where we reside and our 3D frequency (via awakening) is increasing towards us residing in this heaven on Earth (The New Earth). Furthemore, a recent Harvard study suggests that an Earth inside our Earth may exist. Link: http://themindunleashed.org/2014/06/new-study-suggests-may-part-ancient-earth-inside-earth.html Am I close Paul and Richpa to your intentions behind this album or nowhere near? lol. Naturally, I don't want to distract from the thread if this theory is not related to the album's cover, riddle, or vision of the CD. There are darker realms associated with extended consciousness (one can access them without any use of drugs), but I highly recommend focusing on the positive. Stay elevated and keep your vibration up. The Earth Changes have begun. Earth's vibration (schumann resonance) is increasing, and the awakening is accelerating! Anyway this topic will only add to the mythos of the artists work. The album is a real journey, and when I think of the beyond considering the album's title is "The World Beyond," I think of the inner Earth (theory) which I've read so much about, and now am convinced is real. This is a higher truth IMO. Some feel tingling sensations and clarity around vortexes. When increasing our vibration higher enough and through a place of love, openness, and whole intention, the vortex can appear as a subtle or luminous/fluorescent gateway and one can enter/visit (I'd imagine ). Is that a ship entering a gateway on the cover?, I wonder. Available to Play or Download for Free @ http://www.ektoplazm.com/free-music/the-world-beyond

Excellent album! This is my favorite album by Chronos to date.

The samples are really good. The first track... so uplifting and positive, primarily as it progresses, the build up, the final act. I love it. Oh I like the other tracks too! I love goa songs that aren't just ultra melodic but also have good direction, as these seem to have. Thanks for the full track samples Nova Fractal! Just before seeing that, I was wondering when the full tracks would be available to sample on bandcamp, youtube, etc., since they're usually out by now. Update: Only thing I don't care for is the cover, too exploitive and twisting in context of something consciously aware. Aside from that, great music! Having a good cover never hurt anyone though. This one seems a little too loud for attention and not in the most aesthetically pleasing way.

Doof with unreleased classic Re-Mastered REMIXES... Sounds out of this world. My hats off to you guys, Draeke & Mark. This is wonderful news. I took one look at this forum thread and knew before seeing DAT that Dat Records was behind this. Your reputation's spreading. This recent resurgence in Old-School (Reborn) Goatrance, from this and Suntrip releasing Asia 2001's Remastered Psykadelia to 2014's Moon Ritual compilation (!) is awesome! Do you know if Nick ever make enough Goatrance originals for another Doof album similar to what Suntrip did with Dimension 5's TransAddendum and TransStellar albums in 2013 ? Just curious. I'm getting the impression that some of Doof's best work will be on this double album!

This sounds great, a cult classic GOA album reborn via Re-Mastered [Edit : Correction] - Not re-mastered. They re-released the original I read! I could never find this one back in the day unless I wanted to shell our hundreds of dollars. Now I'm listening to it for the first time! I love the mystical (fantasy) melody/sound work, the ethnic, atmospheric, and unpredictable, imaginative elements. All songs are great IMO but several are really magical. Way to go Suntrip! I just heard the whole thing on Bandcamp as Joske posted above. (!) http://suntriprecords.bandcamp.com/ I'm putting this on my wish list. Love old school Goa Trance!

Artists can re-imagine a track through their vision if they have one they're passionate enough about. I've praised many remixes of course, but I've never been a big fan of the idea. I love original work. Granted some remixes are great; some even arguably top the regional. But to create something from the ground up I find very special, something that inspires, if even what it inspires is remixes. It's the idea of having a unique vision not presented before. To each their own with this release. Not much here excites me, but not all is disappointaing. Trinodia's Remix of Alien Pets got my attention to some degree, followed by Jagoa's Remix of Boundless, and Filteria. I feel like Trinodia brought more to the table to compliment the original than some of the other artists, but that's my opinion. Having said that.. The ONLY song I REALLY like here is Prana - Mugan (Astral Projection 2014 Remix). This wonderful remix previously released on Astral Projection - Goa Classics Remixed (2014) ... beautiful album BTW with numerous great remixes. Mugan has heart, substance, and emotion which the other songs to me lack. Some of the other tracks might sound good on the dance floor, but I should be able to enjoy Goa music off the dance floor too, as I've enjoyed every Suntrip release. Suntrip's a strong label and they can do better. Having said that, some of us like this release and some don't. So check out the full song samples on YouTube and decide for yourself. Speaking of 2015 releases, I am really impressed with Lunar Dawn - Kolovrat released by Ektoplazm. Now THAT showcases some amazing work. Also Suntrip just re-released Asia 2001 - Psykadelia that is

Wow!

This such a great, musical Goa album with numerous gems, Golden Arms Of Kresnik, Rebirth of Jarilo, etc. But the last two songs are outstanding! If a Goa song could do justice to classical opera bliss, the closing track here, Into Morana's Cold Kingdom [feat. Jasmina] is IT for me. Its Goa-influenced slow-tempo is enchantingly beautiful. And Blessings From Irij (2015 Mix) is a masterpiece. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-mil8t0CYw While I don't love every track (none are bad), this album showcases some of the best new school Goatrance I have ever heard to date.

Lunar Dawn - Kolovrat Goa Trance, Tribal, Morning, Fantasy, Medieval (?) Neogoa (Record Label) 1 Perun's Stones [feat. Svarica] 2 Golden Arms Of Kresnik 3 Svantevit [Part I - White Horse And Prophecy] 4 Svarog's Celestial Fire 5 Metamorphosis Of Veles 6 Svantevit [Part II - Temple Of Arkona] 7 Zorya (146 BPM) 8 Rebirth Of Jarilo 9. Blessings From Irij [2015 Mix] 10. Into Morana's Cold Kingdom [feat. Jasmina] This is such a great, musical album that shares tribally, worldly, fantasy, medieval, morning, and even EDGY, magically INTENSE elements. There are parts and songs on this album that capture that euphoric (spiritually uplifting) magic in Goa music that I last remember falling in love with on Khetzal's Corolle album all the way back in 2005. Goa fans, you must hear this album. I highly recommend it. It's available to download for FREE on Ektoplazm which is amazing by the way. 1. Perun's Stones (ft. Svarica) opens with mysterious enchantment, drenched in atmosphere. The synth work blends well with the more harmonious, tribal elements. But it's the section from around 4:50 forward that really ignites this vehicle with infectious design. The last third of this song is beautiful, as it ascends higher and higher. A- 2. Golden Arms Of Kresnik decectibly builds, melodies, atmospheres, tribal influence, and to some extent ethereal elements, all with the first act. The harmonies gradually come together, forming a delightful section midway through; the song's gorgeous by the fifth minute. I don't remember falling in love with Goa music this much in the positive (uplifting) sense since Khetzal's Corolle album back in 2005! The last third of this track is great too! As we pass the string-esque section, the more energy is injected into this number, coupled in atmosphere, and more. Maybe the track could have trimmed a minute towards the end, but overall it's filled with so much pleasure, that's it's hard to nitpick it. This is a magical number that makes me think of a Corolle sequel (super song) could sound like if Khetzal made one. Fantastic track. A 3. Svantevit (Part 1 - White Horse And Prophecy) is another track with a stand out, medieval / fantasy opening. This characteristic start is compelling. Thankfully, the evocative element (ambient) here substantiates the feel, producing another rich and satisfying story-telling chapter with vibrancy and emotional resonance. The more musically intricate tunes in the fifth minute stands out, but it is at 8:09 that lifts this song to the stars. This climax/finale is heavenly, divine, ethereal, and ascending in sound. Of course I give this part an A. This is a great track that reveals is most marvelous appeal at just the right spot. A- 4. Svarog's Celestial Fire has an intriguing, arguably ominous (atmospheric) opening. The bird chirping-esque sound via 1:09 works well as an accent here. The artists even change up the accent and create more of a melody with it. Furthermore, the music is crisp, meticulously orchestrated, and catchy. The ambient/atmosphere produce warmth and feeling. the lift off at 3:00 is great. There is a pleasant harmony in the third and forth minute that compliments too. When it leaves, the energy of this Eastren-influenced number increases. That said, the melody/sound work grabbed me more in the previous tracks. Nonetheless, this song lifts back off at 5:20, very nice! There are some very cool sound FX- echoed in the sixth minute! And with all that said, the song never quite satisfies me as much as the previous songs, sound/melody-wise, arrangement, etc. Regardless, this is a sold number with some great work. B+ 5. Metamorphosis Of Veles begins with an evocative, captivating introduction. It's fantastic. But the giddily uptempo music that enters at 1:06 takes away from the strong setup and mood. We got off to such a great start. What happened? Numerous faster melodies appear, but they don't grab my attention, save for the ambient notes. Although there's numerous moments of development, the first two acts feel pretty repetitive. The subtle layering at 3:16 and the section from 4:40 to 5:32 is decent. Same with the part around 6:40. I really like the interlude and what follows it via 8:09, It's here I feel relieved, more receptive to the song again. The psychedelic wobbly sound that enters at 8:30 is great too. This last act is more musical and emotionally engaging. it sounds freer. The first two acts could have been less lengthy and more enjoyable. That's my complaint. This could have been a super song if it built on the evocative opening. You gotta ride your winning horses in that regard. B 6. Svantevit (Part II - Temple Of Arkona builds the entire song on its evocative, enchanting opening. Thank you. I love the enchanting, more fantasy-esque elements and tracks. I wasn't let down for a second after the introduction here. These artists CAN produce wonderful tracks that stir the heart and arrest the mind. They've raised the bar with this album already and it's only halfway through. This song follows one direction, like a strong chapter in a story, and that chapter works wonders here thanks to strong development, sound structure, and story-telling arc. The heart-felt backdrop resonates like an epic love story of kindred spirits reborn, or something deeply spiritual about ancient history. I could easily see someone giving this song a perfect score. Just because I'm not blown away doesn't mean I'm not impressed. I love this track. It's wonderful. A- / A 7. Zorya is less lush and more zippy and energetic which I makes sense; by sandwiching the deeper (or less climactic) songs between the more fun and exciting ones. I'd do the same thing. Fortunately, this song has stronger synth work and ingredients; it's more dynamic and interesting to me than say, Metamorphosis Of Veles. Still this ADD-style works less for me. There is a mystical element (in the 4th minute) that adds feeling and intrigue. The musical change up at 4:44 is good, along with the enhanced following work. While none of the leads or sections put me in awe, it's a good track with some great work. It simply tires me as it progresses, and mystifies me less like the previous track. Fortunately, the artists end the song with feeling and substance, incorporating satisfying closure. B+ / A- 8. Rebirth of Jarilo is a bit darker. This is quite unique from the others. It gets by on its rich story-arc rather than high energy or climax. The musical development from 2:50 into the middle act is excellent! The artist' selection and combining of various sounds is impressive. The section from roughly 4:24 to around 6:00 or 7:00 captured me less. I feel like the song is just going through the motions there with few exceptions, i.e., the part from 5:20 to 5:33. It gets too repetitive there. The song could have been improved or shortened in that regard. The first half of this song is great. The darker tone and bass line stands out throughout. Unfortunately, a not-very-ambitious second half derails its greatness into a less than stellar vehicle. B+ 9. Blessings From Irij (2015 Mix) is a masterpiece. If the amazing energy from one of Tandu's super songs from their Multimoods album had a spiritual ascension, this would be it for me. The synth work, direction, etc., this is one of the catchiest songs I've ever heard. It's a high octane stunner, outstanding! A 10. Into Morana's Cold Kingdom ... If a Goa song could do justice to classical opera bliss, the closing track here is IT for me. It's Goa-influenced slow-tempo approach is elegant, romantic, and enchantingly beautiful. Beautiful work. A CONCLUSION What an excellent album. The songs tell a story. The whole album tells a story, and includes some of the best chapters I have heard in this more uplifting (divine?) sound and nature (concept) since Khetzal's Corolle (2005) album. But these artists have their own sound unlike anything I've ever heard and at times I'm in awe of how successfully high they go! Some songs are like beautiful spirits, not contained, their energy and what's possible limitless. Some of tracks have superb sections and/or elements (1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8) while others are really phenomenal in the classic sense (2, 6, 9, 10). All songs are substantially developed and solid, but the most evocative ones (about two-third of the album) are mystifying, enchanting -- the fantasy sound is awesome! OMG the fantasy sound, story-arc feel of numerous tracks on this album are a delight, beautifully orchestrated and designed! Thank you so much for this imaginative work of art. Strong fantasy elements seem uncommon in Goa music when looking back at the scores of new school releases of the years. I feel like many tried, but few reached higher such as this album at times where i feel my vibration raising. I feel the excitement I felt when I was 8 years old and my excitement for the world and life's possibilities overwhelmed me in a positive, inspirational way. Thank you! To share constructive feedback, certain tracks do not have as much of a evocative and/or infections arc (direction and structure) as some others, and this makes me feel reluctant to say the whole album (every track) is outstanding. Also, a few songs, such as Svarog's Celestial Fire and moreso -- Metamorphosis Of Veles grow fairly repetitive (same-ish sounding) for the first 8 minutes (the latter), though there's a lot going on that's pleasant and I'm sure some will appreciate these songs more than I currently do. For me, these artists do amazing things with the provocative, the ascension (heavenly euphoric), medieval, fantasy story arc stuff when they go all out, or do something more rebellious and high octane like track 9. In other words, stick with the super songs. These guys clearly know what's magical, and some of the tracks are really magical whereas a few, while solid, don't seem to their full potential as captivating gems, emotionally or otherwise. Overall, this is a beautiful Goatrance album whoever (or however many of) you are who made this. And when I say beautiful, I sincerely mean that. You guys made something that touches the heart and I hope many people listen to the whole to not miss all of the great reviews and words this album has gotten and will continue to get. Thank you very much for this passionate release that raises the bar in Goa music. You can tell that a lot of commitment, time, and energy went into this. It's mystical, visionary, and showcases some of the best Goatrance work (both old and new) that I have ever heard. I have been listening to Goa music since I was 17. I am 34 years old now and some of the tracks blow me away. I feel them deeply in my heart. Some of the work here is really awakening. I'm impressed. Favorite Tracks: 1, 2, 3, 6, 9, 10 9/10 Stream the FULL ALBUM: https://youtu.be/YZINAZMcZWQ Download the FULL ALBUM here. http://www.ektoplazm.com/free-music/lunar-dawn-kolovrat