Album Review: Snow Business by 1Vision – A Hardstyle Journey Worth Remembering
Released in 2017 under the Netherlands-based label 1st Division Hard Recordings, Snow Business by 1Vision carves out a unique space in the electronic music scene, particularly within the hardstyle genre. It’s not every day you find an album that feels both raw and refined, but this one hits the mark—sometimes hard, sometimes unexpectedly soft, but always memorable.
The title track, Snow Business, kicks things off with relentless energy. The pounding kicks and screeching synths are textbook hardstyle, yet there's something about the melody that sticks to your brain like glue. You know how some tracks just "get you"? This is one of those. It builds tension without overdoing it, leaving enough room for the listener to breathe—or maybe just catch their breath before the next drop. If you're into high-energy beats with a touch of drama, this track won’t disappoint.
Then there’s the Radio Edit version of Snow Business. Now, don’t get me wrong—I’m usually not a fan of radio edits because they often strip away what makes the original so good. But here? It works. Surprisingly well. The edit keeps the essence intact while making it slightly more accessible, trimming down the length without losing the soul. It’s punchy, catchy, and dare I say, perfect for those moments when you need a quick fix of hardstyle on the go.
What’s interesting about Snow Business as an album is how it balances intensity with subtle creativity. While it doesn’t reinvent the wheel, it offers enough variation to keep listeners engaged. The production quality is solid, which is no surprise given 1Vision’s reputation in the Dutch hardstyle circuit. And let’s be real—the Netherlands knows its hardstyle. They practically invented it.
Reflecting on the album, I can’t help but think about how Snow Business manages to feel nostalgic and fresh at the same time. It’s like revisiting an old friend who still has new stories to tell. One thing’s for sure—if winter ever needed an official soundtrack, this would be a strong contender. Just imagine driving through snow-covered roads with these tracks blasting; it’s cinematic, almost poetic.
Oh, and here’s a random thought: if hardstyle were a person, Snow Business would probably be the cool cousin who shows up unannounced but leaves everyone talking for days.
