- In trance circles, Gabriel & Dresden need little to no introduction, but what the heck I'll do it anyway. The San Francisco pair are best known for 'As The Rush Comes’, which fused pop vocals with progressive trance and went all the way to the top ten of the UK singles chart. Latest single 'Dangerous Power from their self-titled debut longplayer is another big cut destined for the playlists of trance DJs such as Armin Van Buuren, Tiesto and Above & Beyond.
Gabriel & Dresden’s original extended mix is a kicking piece of progressive trance held together by one hell of a riff and poetic lyrics delivered perfectly by male vocalist Jan Burton. The effect is deep and soulful, managing to be catchy, but not cheesy. But just when you don’'t think it could get any better, an electro riff charges in guns ablazing and takes the dancefloor by storm as an echoing, modulating bassline drives you further and further into a musical frenzy.
The Discount Rhinos acappella offers a raw and DJ-friendly take on the Jan Burton vocals, but it's the slower Cicada remix which is my personal favourite here. It does justice to the original with a growling, rolling bassline that rocks out like band night at the pub, but also would feel at home in the middle of Gatecrasher. A feeling of constant momentum further complements the sharp vocals, electrifying riff and gritty guitar.
‘Dangerous Power’ is not your typical slice of prog trance; it's a dirty, punchy crowd mover which I have seen devastate a room. Once again G&D again raise the bar and give the Dutch a run for their money. Can they really get any better?
TracklistA Dangerous Power (Gabriel & Dresden Extended Mix)
B1 Dangerous Power (Cicada Remix)
B2 Dangerous Power (Discount Rhinos Acappella)