Album Review: 32Lift Off by DJ Tristan & Neostar
Released back in 2007 under the Italian label Dance Pollution, 32Lift Off is a hardstyle gem that still packs a punch for fans of high-energy electronic music. This collaboration between DJ Tristan and Neostar brings the raw intensity you’d expect from the genre but throws in enough creativity to keep things fresh—even nearly two decades later.
The album’s standout tracks are where the magic happens. Take "3..2..Lift Off (Original Mix)", for instance. It's got this relentless kick drum that feels like it could power a spaceship—fitting, given the title. The buildups hit hard without overdoing it, and there’s this satisfying drop around the halfway mark that just screams festival vibes. You can tell they weren’t messing around when crafting those euphoric synth melodies; they stick with you long after the track ends.
Then there’s the "Jones & Tommy V Remix" of the same track. This version flips the script entirely, adding an almost hypnotic vibe with its reworked bassline and sharper edges. It’s darker, grittier, and somehow more dancefloor-ready than the original. If I had to pick one track to play at peak hours, it’d be this remix—it grabs hold of you and doesn’t let go until the last beat fades out.
What makes 32Lift Off memorable isn’t just its technical precision but how unapologetically bold it is. Hardstyle in 2007 was already blowing up, especially in Europe, but DJ Tristan and Neostar managed to carve their own lane here. They didn’t reinvent the wheel, sure, but they polished it till it shone brighter than most.
Reflecting on this album now, it’s kinda wild how timeless these tracks feel. Sure, production techniques have evolved since then, but good music always finds a way to resonate. And honestly? Listening to this album feels like stepping into a time machine—but instead of nostalgia, you get pure adrenaline. Who knew Italians could make such bangers while sipping espresso?
