ATD2014 by Nicologik: A Trance Bomb from Italy That Still Slaps
Alright, let’s get straight to it. ATD2014 by Nicologik is one of those albums that grabs you by the collar and doesn’t let go. Released in 2014 under Graygoo Purple (Italy repping hard here), this sucker dives deep into electronic beats with a trance vibe so sharp it could cut glass. No fluff, no filler—just pure energy.
The album kicks off with "ATD2014 (Original Mix)," and holy crap, does it slap. This track feels like someone took all your stress, threw it into a blender, and hit puree while blasting lasers at your brain. The build-ups are insane, man. You know when a drop hits just right? Yeah, this one nails it every damn time. It’s got layers on top of layers, but somehow it never gets messy. If you’re throwing a party or need fuel for an all-night coding binge, this track’s your guy. Honestly, I still can’t listen to it without cranking the volume way too loud and annoying my neighbors.
Then there’s "ATD2014 (Up Mix)." Now, if the Original Mix punches you in the face, this version knocks you out cold. It takes everything great about the first track and flips it up a notch—faster BPMs, sharper synths, and a bassline that’ll rattle your chest. There’s something raw about how unapologetic this remix is. Like, who even needs words when the beat screams louder than any lyric ever could? Every time I hear it, I’m ready to run a marathon—or maybe just punch through a wall. Whatever works.
Sure, the third track, "ATD2014 (Original Radio Edit)," tones things down a bit, but honestly? Who asked for that? Don’t get me wrong—it’s fine. But after hearing the chaos of the other two tracks, this one feels like someone told Nicologik to chill out before he broke the sound system. Skip it unless you're stuck in traffic and need background noise.
Here’s the thing about ATD2014: it’s not perfect. Some transitions feel rushed, and yeah, the whole thing leans heavily on familiar trance tropes. But screw perfection. This album isn’t trying to reinvent the wheel—it’s trying to make you move. And damn, does it work.
So what’s the takeaway? Maybe it’s that music doesn’t always have to be “deep” or “meaningful” to leave a mark. Sometimes, it just has to hit hard enough to remind you you’re alive. Or maybe it’s that Italians really do know how to throw down. Either way, crank this album, lose yourself in the madness, and don’t forget to hydrate—you’ll need it.
