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Awakenings ADE 2019 - Joris Voorn
Joris Voorn is the DJ we trust to take us on a proper journey, weaving between genres with the elegance of a novelist. His Awakenings ADE 2019 live set is a sprawling, 81-track epic that feels like flipping through a meticulously curated record collection. The vibe is one of intelligent progression, moving from head-nodding introspection to full-bodied euphoria within the same sonic universe. This is progressive house and melodic techno at its most eclectic, averaging 128 BPM and using the harmonic compatibility of 12A and 7A to glide between moods.
The energy balance is masterful, allowing for moments of deep, percussive groove and soaring, melodic release without ever losing the thread. Voorn's mixing is famously dense, layering acapellas and loops to create a rich, ever-evolving tapestry. For the diggers, the inclusion of 'Energy 52 - Café Del Mar (Deadmau5 Remix)' is a stroke of genius, a timeless melody recontextualized for a modern crowd. 'Philip George - Wish You Were Mine' brings a shot of soulful, garage-tinged warmth, while 'Shouse - Call My Name' offers a more direct, vocal-driven punch.
Ending with the bombastic 'DVBBS & Borgeous - Tsunami (Jump)' is a playful, peak-time curveball. The narrative travels from its enigmatic opener, finds a nostalgic, emotional zenith in 'Café Del Mar', and lands with the festival-ready explosion of 'Tsunami'.