Ferry Corsten marks three decades of musical innovation with Sixth Studio Album, Connect
In the ever-evolving world of dance music, artists often confine themselves to one genre—but reaching legendary status means the freedom to break boundaries. This is what iconic electronic artist Ferry Corsten achieves with his sixth studio album, Connect. Seamlessly blending a fusion of styles, Connect showcases the legacy of a timeless force in electronic music.
Listen to Ferry Corsten – Connect
Out now, Connect represents a culmination of over 30 years of ground-breaking contributions to electronic dance music that has shaped the global music scene. Celebrated for his numerous top 40 hits, chart-topping remixes, and genre-defining tracks under his name and various aliases, Ferry continues to push the boundaries of dance music. Connect is a sweeping journey through his career-spanning exploration of genres—trance, house, progressive, and techno—brought together by his signature sound and masterful emotional storytelling.
Featuring a host of contemporary artists including Marsh, 22Bullets, Silva City (Alan Fitzpatrick & Reset Robot), rising trance group SUPERSTRINGS, and more, Connect effortlessly weaves the sounds of nostalgia with the sounds of today. Each track contributes to a larger vision, embodying Ferry’s belief that music is a limitless force, connecting us to ourselves, each other, and the world around us. Balancing nostalgia with cutting-edge innovation, Connect pushes boundaries with features like AI-generated vocals, showcasing the evolution of electronic music in both artistry and technology.
On the album, Ferry Corsten said: "Connect is a journey through the different phases of my career and showcases my evolution as a music producer. While I may be best known for trance, I've explored a range of genres over the years—house, progressive, even techno. This album is a culmination of those styles, woven together across tracks in dynamic layers and moments. If you’ve followed my music, I hope you’ll recognize these influences and hear the depth and variety within this sound."
Every track on Connect resonates with Ferry Corsten’s unmistakable trance roots, yet each forges its own distinctive path. The album’s title track, ‘Connect,’ serves as both its lead single and conceptual centerpiece, encapsulating Ferry’s passion for music that transcends boundaries. Seamlessly merging techno, house, and trance, the track embodies the album's central themes of unity and diversity.
A thread of innovation runs through the album with the inclusion of AI-generated vocals, adding a fresh, futuristic layer to Ferry’s sound. This creative leap underscores his commitment to pushing musical boundaries. The lyrics celebrate music’s universal ability to unite, making Connect a fitting flagship for the project.
Expanding from this core, progressive tracks like ‘Belong To You’ and ‘Fulfillment’ offer sleek, driving energy, while ‘Stay Aware’ builds on this sound with a deeply emotional undertone. ‘Total Eclipse’ and ‘Just Breathe’ venture into breakbeat territory, introducing a mysterious and dynamic element. ‘Just Breathe’ stands out as a high-energy exploration of trance and breakbeat, blending lush, atmospheric pads with a propulsive rhythm that keeps listeners hooked.
Nostalgia shines through classic trance-inspired tracks like ‘Yes Man’, ‘Chaos’ (a collaboration with Silva City, the alias of techno powerhouses Alan Fitzpatrick & Reset Robot), and ‘Remember,’ created with the rising group SUPERSTRINGS.
‘Chain Reaction,’ true to its name, underwent months of iterative changes, evolving into one of the album’s standout moments. A quintessential Ferry Corsten track, it combines melodic richness, powerful dynamics, and uplifting vocals, building to a crescendo that encapsulates his mastery of emotional storytelling through sound.
For fans yearning for the golden era of dance music, ‘Wish’ transports listeners to the 90s with a nostalgic yet modern twist. The album opens on an emotional note with ‘Back To Life,’ a collaboration with British DJ and deep house producer Tom Westy. Featuring poignant vocals by Lauren L’aimant, the track reflects the resilience needed to navigate tough times in a relationship, offering a hopeful message of second chances. This theme of emotional resilience continues in ‘Where The Mountains Grow,’ a stunning collaboration with Chris Howard that delivers powerful melodies and heartfelt intensity.
Connect is a testament to Ferry Corsten’s artistry, weaving a rich tapestry of progressive, house, breakbeat, and trance into a cohesive journey that celebrates the power of music to connect and inspire.
‘Connect’ is out now on Flashover Recordings via Armada Music.
