Alright, let’s dive into Kumgang by Fredge & Abide. Released in 2019 under the Aurora Melodies label, this electronic/trance album from Mexico is a vibe that kinda sneaks up on you. It’s not trying too hard to blow your mind, but it does anyway. The two tracks—Kumgang (Original Mix) and Kumgang (Liquid Dream Remix)—are both solid, but they hit differently depending on your mood. Let me break it down for ya.
First off, the Original Mix. Man, this one feels like those moments when you're driving late at night with no particular place to go. You know, just cruising? It’s got this steady beat that builds slowly, pulling you in without you even realizing it. There’s something hypnotic about how the synths layer over each other—it’s not flashy, but it sticks with you. Like, I found myself humming parts of it days later while folding laundry. That’s how you know it’s good: it worms its way into your brain without asking permission.
Then there’s the Liquid Dream Remix. Okay, so this version takes things up a notch. If the original mix feels like cruising, this remix is more like flooring it on an open highway. The tempo picks up, and there’s this dreamy, almost liquidy flow to the melody (hence the name, duh). Honestly, this track hit me harder than expected. Maybe it was the little tweaks in the bassline or the way the drops feel crisp yet smooth at the same time. Whatever it is, it’s got energy that makes you wanna move—even if you’re just sitting in your room pretending to be cool.
What’s wild is how these two versions show off different sides of the same idea. One’s chill, the other’s intense—but both are unmistakably trance. And coming out of Mexico? That adds another layer of flavor you don’t always hear in this genre. Props to Aurora Melodies for putting it out there.
Anyway, here’s the thing: listening to Kumgang made me realize how much music can shape your headspace. These tracks aren’t gonna change your life or anything, but they remind you how nice it is to zone out sometimes. Oh, and fun fact—I listened to this album during a power outage once, phone flashlight bobbing around, and it somehow felt perfect. Weird, right? Music’s funny like that.
