Above & Beyond feat. Zoë Johnston – Quicksand (Don’t Go)

Few collaborations in trance music evoke the same level of emotion as Above & Beyond’s work with Zoë Johnston. Since their first studio sessions over two decades ago, the British trio—Jono Grant, Tony McGuinness, and Paavo Siljamäki—have built a soundscape of euphoria, melancholy, and connection, often carried by Johnston’s unmistakably ethereal voice. From Good For Me to Love Is Not Enough, their music has always resonated deeply, and Quicksand (Don’t Go) is no exception.

This single, the first taste of their upcoming album Bigger Than All Of Us, debuted at Group Therapy 600 in Mexico City, marking a powerful reintroduction to their vocal trance roots. At 128 BPM, it has a hypnotic pulse, perfectly balanced between dancefloor energy and emotional weight.

Johnston’s lyrics once again capture something profoundly human. She describes the slow, inevitable descent of loss—“disappearing into quicksand”—with the kind of poetic vulnerability that has made her one of Above & Beyond’s most trusted storytellers. There’s an ache in her voice, a delicate plea that lingers in the space between the notes. The production follows suit, with sweeping synth pads, soaring melodies, and a drop that feels like the moment the ground gives way beneath your feet.

For a group whose entire ethos revolves around unity, Bigger Than All Of Us feels like a fitting title for their next chapter. As they celebrate 25 years of music, Above & Beyond continue to prove that their bond—with each other, their fans, and their vocalists—is unbreakable. This track is a testament to that longevity, blending nostalgia with evolution.

If Quicksand (Don’t Go) is any indication of what’s to come, we’re in for something truly special. An emotionally charged masterpiece that feels both timeless and fresh. Above & Beyond are, indeed, back.

🔥 A Hauntingly Beautiful Return to Familiar Shores 🔥

⭐ Rating: 9.5/10

🎧 Perfect for:

• Emotional late-night drives
• Deep introspective moments
• That heart-wrenching peak in a DJ set where melody meets memory.

Artist: Above & Beyond, Zoë Johnston
Track: Quicksand (Don’t Go)
Label: Anjunabeats
Release Date: March 21st, 2025
Get your copy here: https://aboveandbeyond.ffm.to/quicksand.oyd
 
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