Sander Van Doorn – Koko (Official Miami 2011 After-view)

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With the rise of artists such as Swedish House Mafia, Laidback Luke, and Kim Fai, we are beginning to witness the evolution of a new form of EDM that combines the deep synth elements of trance and the heavy beats of house. Tiësto coined the term “trouse” in a recent interview and it is becoming increasingly apparent that this fusion is what will define the future of club anthems.

One surging DJ that has been capitalizing on this trend is Sander Van Doorn of the Netherlands whose style highlights the efficacy of this newly formed sub-genre. As a former and current trance head myself, it pleases me greatly to see that house DJ’s are recognizing the importance of uplifting synth melodies in their production. Remember: memorable melodies solidify true anthems, not beats.

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“Koko” opens with some ever-catchy whistling that leads right into the orchestral string elements masked underneath matching heavy synths, which collectively culminate to one of the biggest drops I have heard this year. If this song is any indication of what’s to come, don’t be surprised if “trouse” heaves Sander Van Doorn into the Top 10 DJ’s list by 2012. (Sander is currently #12)

Turn up your speakers and enjoy the video of “Koko” & Miami in all of its aur-gasmic 720p glory. Seriously, you don’t want to miss this one.

Track release date: April 26, 2011

 

Posted by on April 11th, 2011 at 7:07 pm.
  • http://www.facebook.com/joefarrell86 Joseph Patrick Farrell

    You might want to think about resizing the picture of Sander.

  • Audioex3

    he will easily make top 10 this year and prob end around #5-7 my guess.

  • JT

    Hahahaha apologies, was testing a feature out that didn’t quite pan out as I’d hoped. Fixed!

  • Alex Z

    I like the idea of combining the epic, uplifting elements of trance with the sexy, groovy beats of house (i like my music between 125 BPM – 131 BPM haha)! Tiesto and Hardwell have really, for me, been making ‘Trouse’ and I love it! But it feels like Avicii is somewhat doing this as well as he has all these elements incorporated, though he doesn’t use trancy chords or synths, but creates massive melodies that people remember!
    I can see this turning into a new sub genre of EDM in the near future and am excited, but if the tracks remain as repetitious as ‘Koko’ I will be a little disappointed.
    KEEP EM COMING!

    By the way: new Spencer & Hill track called ‘Beatrocka’ was released on Spinnin’ Records on the 5th of April, however on Beatport it says it was signed by Afrojack’s label. Cool track… you might want to post it to the page!

  • ChrisD

    OMG THIS IS A HUGE BANGER!!!! CAN’T WAIT TO HEAR IT LIVE!!!!!!!!! a;iwubi;ajdf;asoivf

  • JT

    I am glad you mentioned the likes of Avicii and Hardwell because a good portion of the “trouse” movement is attributed to them. I couldn’t have said it better myself: Hardwell’s “Encoded” and Avicii’s remix of “Rapture” are great examples of their respective styles, and I welcome both.

  • Linden

    Love it. This year will be a great year for EDM. :) Lookin’ forward to the summer.

  • Jabhrobertson

    This is going to be one of the biggest tracks of the year cannot wait for the release! BANGER