Solar by Streamline: A Psychedelic Journey That Still Hits Hard
Let’s get one thing straight—when I first pressed play on Solar, the 2012 release from German producer Streamline, it wasn’t just music. It felt like stepping into another dimension. Released under MIDIJUM Records, this album dives deep into the realms of Psy-Trance and Progressive Trance, genres that don’t mess around. They either grab you by the soul or leave you cold. Lucky for me, Solar grabbed hard.
The title track, “Solar,” is where the magic starts. From the opening beat, it's like being pulled into a vortex of sound. The synths are sharp but not too in-your-face, building up slowly until BAM—you're lost in its rhythm. There’s something hypnotic about how the layers unfold, almost like watching sunlight break through storm clouds. You know those moments at festivals when everyone’s hands go up without even thinking? That’s what this track does to you. Even now, years later, hearing it takes me back to sweaty dance floors and endless nights where time didn’t exist.
Then there’s “Fuck The System”—a banger with attitude. If “Solar” feels like floating in space, this one slams you back down to Earth with raw energy. The bassline hits so hard it could wake the dead, while glitchy effects scatter across the mix like sparks flying off metal. It’s chaotic, sure, but in the best way possible. Every time I hear it, I can’t help but grin—it’s got this rebellious edge that makes you wanna scream along, even if you’re just alone in your room. Honestly, it’s impossible not to move to this track. Your body just reacts before your brain catches up.
Now, I won’t lie—the whole album isn’t perfect. Some tracks blend together after a few listens, and yeah, maybe some parts feel a bit repetitive. But honestly? That doesn’t matter. What sticks with me about Solar isn’t perfection; it’s emotion. This isn’t background noise—it’s an experience. When you listen, you feel alive, connected to something bigger than yourself. And damn, we need more of that in life.
Here’s the kicker though: as much as I love this album, I kinda wish Streamline dropped more stuff after this. Like, why stop here? Did he run out of ideas or just decide to retire early? Either way, Solar stands strong as a reminder of what electronic music can do when it’s made with heart instead of trends. So crank it up, let the beats take over, and remember—sometimes losing control is exactly what you need.
