Neptunes Orb by Trancemaster: A Dive into Hypnotic Beats and Cosmic Vibes
Alright, let’s talk about Neptunes Orb, the 2018 trance masterpiece from Trancemaster. This Dutch producer didn’t just slap together some beats—he crafted something that feels like a journey through space and your own brain at the same time. With genres spanning Trance and Electronic, and styles dipping into Ambient, Techno, and classic Trance vibes, it’s got layers. Like, onion layers. You peel back one track, and there’s another mood waiting for you.
Released under the Transatlantic label, this album feels both nostalgic and futuristic—kind of like wearing neon leg warmers while staring at the stars. Two tracks really stuck with me: “Nord-Spedition” and “Theme (3000).”
“Nord-Spedition” is wild. It starts off all mellow, like you’re walking through a misty forest in some Scandinavian dreamworld. But then—boom! The bassline kicks in, and suddenly you’re not hiking anymore; you’re sprinting toward a rave in an abandoned warehouse. The build-ups are insane, man. They grab you by the soul and don’t let go until you’re sweating even if you’re just sitting on your couch. That drop? Pure fire. I’ve listened to it five times in a row more than once. No shame.
Then there’s “Theme (3000),” which sounds like what would happen if Daft Punk decided to make a soundtrack for a sci-fi movie about dolphins. It’s smooth but edgy, kinda like those people who seem chill but secretly run marathons. The melody loops around your head long after the song ends. Honestly, I caught myself humming it while brushing my teeth last night. Not joking.
The rest of the album keeps the vibe alive too. Tracks like “Trance Xode” and “Neptune’s Orb” double down on the hypnotic energy. It’s the kind of music that makes you wanna close your eyes and float away, except you can’t because you’re too busy nodding your head. You know how sometimes albums feel like they’re trying too hard? Yeah, this isn’t that. It’s confident without being cocky, experimental without losing its groove.
So yeah, Neptunes Orb is solid. If you’re into trance or just need something to zone out to during late-night drives, check it out. Just… maybe don’t listen to “Nord-Spedition” if you’re sleepy. That drop will wake you up faster than three shots of espresso.
Oh, and here’s the kicker—I found out halfway through writing this review that Trancemaster doesn’t actually exist as a person. Turns out, it’s a pseudonym for a collective of producers messing with our minds. Wild, right? Guess we’re all living in Neptune’s Orb now.
