Second album ESCM built upon the trance influence present on Ima-particularly on club-friendly tracks like the hit Flaming June-but also saw influence from drum and bass and hip-hop.īT – Flaming June (Laptop Symphony Rework) Ĭontinuing to evolve his sound and incorporate new elements, Movement in Still Life, released in 1999, was a huge success: featuring prominent rock influence on tracks like Satellite, rap vocals in Madskillz – Mic Chekka and more euphoric classic trance on Dreaming, Movement in Still Life was by far the most interesting and varied album in BT’s repertoire upon its release. Early single Nocturnal Transmission, featured on his debut album Ima as well as in the popular film The Fast and the Furious, is a perfect example of his unique sound’s heavy influence on the development of 1990s trance: the first half introduces samples of eastern instruments and nature sounds, while building into an inspired electronic soundscape halfway through. Somewhat more cerebral and complex than many of his contemporaries, BT’s music tends to incorporate unorthodox and unique samples, intricate melodic construction, and impeccable production. Discontent sticking with a single musical style, BT’s production have evolved and diversified throughout his prolific career while perhaps he is best known for his unique brands of stunningly beautiful progressive house and trance, this artist’s body of work extends into electro, dub, hip-hop, ambient, and experimental styles.īT’s attendance of the Berklee College of Music gave him a classical background that has undeniably influenced his compositions. Entering the dance music scene over two decades ago, Brian Transeau has continuously pushed electronic music past its boundaries, using his classically-trained music education as well as an undying passion for combining exquisite composition with cutting-edge production techniques. These are just a few words that apply to legendary electronic pioneer BT. These are some truly outstanding musicians, so be sure to give it a read–and let us know what you think in the comment box below, or on Twitter and Facebook! Welcome to our first Artist Spotlight! Each week we’ll be detailing the career of one talented artist in the electronic music world.
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