FREE DOWNLOAD: Michael de Kooker – Lixia

Posted by Andre on April 22 under Downloads, Tracks | Be the First to Comment | 23 views

Well, one of my favorite lesser known producers, Michael de Kooker, has just announced on his blog that he is giving away a free track for all to enjoy.  And enjoy it you will!  Here’s what he had to write about it:

“I went to Ibiza last year with a bunch of my friends and made this track with Ibiza on my mind.
Then I forgot all about it and just rediscovered it last week. With spring and summer calling again this year, I figured it made sense to simply put it online for others to enjoy!

It’s a summerish progressive trance track called Lixia. Lixia signifies the beginning of summer in East Asian cultures (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lixia)”

If you’d like to download it, simply head on over to his blog where you can keep up with everything this fine dutch producer does!

FREE DOWNLOAD: Tritonal – Halo 3 Bootleg

Posted by Andre on April 22 under Downloads, Tracks | Be the First to Comment | 166 views

We’re super excited to bring you a real treat from our good friends Chad and Dave from Tritonal! They created a bootleg remix of the track Never Forget from the Halo 3 game soundtrack and it’s been getting incredible support from folks like Ferry Corsten and Gareth Emery. As a thank-you to their fans, they are releasing it as a Free Download exclusively on Mugasha!

Head to mugasha.com/tritonal-halo3 and there you can download the MP3 and listen to the track as well as an intro from Chad and Dave. They really do an incredible job with the theme song, and above that, they nail their intro for the track. I had goosebumps and the track is on constant repeat. Just subscribe to their newsletter so you can stay up to date on all of the Tritonal happenings.

MACCA – Abandon Ship [Invasive Recordings]

Posted by Andre on April 5 under Tracks | Read the First Comment | 90 views

It's sinking alright...hard and fast!
- Andre
8/10

Well, its been over a week since I’ve posted a review, but fear not, I’ve returned from my vacation tanned, rested and ready to tackle this mounting pile of music.  Let’s kick things off with a sneak peek at a track that will find itself released on Invasive Recordings alongside a tasty remix pack.  To date, I’ve only had a chance to hear the Original Mix, but if this is an indication of where MACCA’s sound is heading, I want more. Alongside his epic Original Mix is a remix from Ron Reeser and Dan Saenz, two names that are quickly garnering loads of attention.

After the short intro the track wastes no time, as the chest shaking synths, bass drums and heavy kicks are part Joachim Garraud, Carl Cox and MACCA’s distinctive sound.  At just under six minutes long this sweetie leaves you nearly panting for more and the epic crashes that are found throughout the track are rather epic-sauce.

Read on past the break for the only high quality sample you’ll find of this beauty online. Be sure to check out our older reviews of MACCA’s material for more club shaking, floor rocking anthems!

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Free Download: Mike Mikhjian – Minimeu

Posted by Andre on March 21 under Downloads, Tracks | Read the First Comment | 79 views

One of my fave progressive producers is back with a new gift for MusiCritics.com!  This time around he’s spicing things up with a dark progressive track that still carries his signature groove and swing, but opts to shift things underground for a spine tingling good time.  Be sure to snag this high quality 320kbps download, it will certainly do well early in the night as the sun sets over the beach!

For the download link, simply read on past the break!

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Running Man – Now We Are Free [Finity]

Posted by Andre on March 9 under Tracks | Read the First Comment | 138 views

An example of all things good in Trance!
- Andre
10/10

I don’t normally highlight single tracks, but this track from a 3 track EP, stood out so much that I had to give credit where credit is due.  This track melts what I consider to be the best elements of Armin van Buuren, John Askew and John O’Callaghan’s sound to create a unique, driving and uplifting trance tune that is sure to raise the hair on your neck.

I’d love to say more, but I’ll let you all be the judge, for a high quality sample, hit up the read more link! If you’re looking for more info on Running Man I wish thee good luck.  If you’ve got some dirt, hit us up in the comments, we’re dying to know more!

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Vinyl Life remakes Joey Beltram’s rave classic ‘Energy Flash’

Posted by Andre on February 10 under Downloads, Tracks | Be the First to Comment | 34 views

In their latest tribute, Vinyl Life remakes the Techno Classic “Energy Flash” by Brooklyn’s own Joey Beltram with new lyrics by Phaze Future. This was made from the ground-up with no samples. The band-made video, however, is all sampled clips that are jacked from youtube. Take a trip back in time with us to the warehouse days.

If you’d like to download the track, guess what, we’ve got a high quality mp3 completely FREE for you from the boys themselves! Hit us up after the jump and get yourself a copy!

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Free Satoshi Tomiie Remix ushers in his return!

Posted by Andre on February 9 under Downloads, Tracks | Be the First to Comment | 16 views

As heard in recent DJ sets from the likes of Danny Tenaglia, Ellen Allien, Laurent Garnier, Paolo Mojo, Radio Slave, Seth Troxler, Slam and many more!Today we bring you a full, high quality, FREE download of this massive tribal tech house goodie!

“Back To Basics” is about digging deep and searching for the one feeling or moment that inspired your love of music. Do you remember the smile you had on your face when you heard something fresh and new for the first time? Remove all the inhibitions and let loose the way you used to. For Satoshi Tomiie, “Back To Basics” is not about revisiting the past just to create something retro or ironic, but rather, he’s referencing key moments of his musical life to create for the future. No rules, no limits. See it. Hear it. Feel it.

Read on for the direct download link and be sure to support Satoshi by purchasing this release at Beatport.com.

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Ben Nicky – Driven [Liquid Recordings]

Posted by Andre on January 27 under Tracks | Be the First to Comment | 36 views

Proper Driven!
- Andre
7.5/10

Ben’s not known for his original productions, it’s his powerhouse remixes that have garnered him loads of attention over the past 3 years.  This latest effort includes a lovely vocal track and a melody that isn’t unfamiliar to those madly in love with John O’Callaghan’s work….I know I am!

The track, uplifting to its core, carries loads of drive and energy throughout, and with a lovely open air melody in the breakdown, this track is sure to melt faces worldwide. There isn’t much more to report on this one, it seems all we have so far is a sneak peek, 1 track preview, and I would assume more versions of the track are forthcoming on Liquid.

Read on past the break for a high quality sample!

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Free Xmas Gift from Daniel Wanrooy!

Posted by Andre on December 28 under Downloads, Tracks | 2 Comments to Read | 50 views

Daniel’s been featured on our site a handful of times, and his sheer ability to make club friendly trance tunes is obvious to anybody’s who has the chance to listen to radio shows or livesets from some of the world’s top jocks over the past year. Straight from the horse’s mouth:

I made this track for the people who supported me this year. This year has been amazing and I achieved many things, like Trance Energy next year for example. I couldn’t do this without all the votes and support. That’s why I made “Daniel Wanrooy – Dream with me”, the title is because my dreams came true this year. I am giving this track away with Christmas on my new website, Myspace and Facebook. The track is already played by Armin van Buuren in ASOT and Markus Schulz in GDJB.

Head on over after the break for a direct download link to the entire track in it’s 320kbps glory!  Merry Christmas to all!!!!

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A Gift To You: 3 Free Mike Foyle tracks!

Posted by Andre on December 9 under Downloads, Tracks | Read the First Comment | 46 views

We bring to you today, a very special holiday message from Mike Foyle & X-Factor:

Merry Christmas!

EXCLUSIVE Mike Foyle & X-Vertigo FREE Christmas downloads!!

Hi guys, as a way of saying Merry Christmas, it is my pleasure to offer you 3 completely free full length production downloads! I’ve had countless emails from many of you requesting these tracks and eventually decided that it was time to give them away. They have already recieved massive air play on BBC radio 1 from Judge Jules as well as big support from Tiesto and many other world class DJs. Hopefully these gifts will get you feeling festive! _____

Also, if you like my music, please subscribe to my brand new podcast by clicking here!

Spread the word, these are completely free for anybody who wants to download them :)

So, Merry Christmas, and here are the links!

Empire of the Sun – Walking on a Dream (Mike Foyle ft X-Vertigo Remix)

X-Vertigo – Dark X.Mas (Mike Foyles Bolted Remix)

X-Vertigo – Dark X.Mas (Guru Josh Remix)

Have a fantastic Christmas and a magical New Year!

Bring on 2010!

Lots of love,

Mike Foyle & X-Vertigo