After a four-year hiatus, Cosmic Gate’s revered mix compilation series, Wake Your Mind Sessions, returns with its highly anticipated fifth installment. Released under the iconic Black Hole Recordings label, this double-disc mix is a triumphant celebration of electronic music, showcasing the duo’s mastery in blending deep house, melodic techno, and trance into a seamless auditory journey.
Disc 1 of Wake Your Mind Sessions 005 opens with the ethereal “High Above” by Klur, setting a tranquil yet compelling tone that hints at the depth to come. The first half of the disc maintains a moody, introspective atmosphere with tracks like Arnej’s “Searching For Love” and the emotionally charged “In And Out Of Love” by Rivo, featuring a captivating revision of Armin Van Buuren’s classic collaboration with Sharon Den Adel. Cosmic Gate’s contributions, “Just The Beginning” (in its Scorz remix form) and “Only You” with Susie Ledge, gradually steer the mix toward a more melodic and uplifting sound, preparing listeners for the euphoric climax that arrives with Tall Paul’s 2024 remix of “Precious Heart.” This first disc is a slow-burn masterpiece, weaving together haunting vocals and rhythmic sophistication to create an immersive listening experience.
Disc 2 shifts gears right from the start with AVIRA’s “Eyes Open, Mind Free,” which blends techno beats with atmospheric melodies, laying the groundwork for a more energetic and club-oriented set. The momentum builds as tracks like Like Mike’s “Pulsating Energy” and the hard-hitting Sean Tyas remix of Cosmic Gate’s own “Brave” bring the intensity to new heights. The inclusion of AVIRA and Joris Voorn’s reimagining of “The Orange Theme” is a nod to the classic sounds that shaped the genre, while Eelke Kleijn’s “Welcome to Orion” takes listeners on a spacey, otherworldly detour. As the mix reaches its peak with Maxim Lany’s techno reinterpretation of “The Drums,” the energy is palpable, setting the stage for a final flourish with Cosmic Gate & Arnej’s “Trifecta,” a track that delivers a powerful, floor-shaking finale.
This latest installment of Wake Your Mind Sessions is a testament to Cosmic Gate’s enduring influence in the electronic music scene. After a five-year break, the duo has returned not just to satisfy but to surpass expectations. With Wake Your Mind Sessions 005, they’ve curated a mix that feels both fresh and familiar, blending new releases with expertly reworked classics. Each disc offers its narrative, making the compilation as much a journey as it is a celebration of the evolving electronic soundscape. Whether you’re a longtime fan of Cosmic Gate or new to their work, Wake Your Mind Sessions 005 is a must-listen that reaffirms their status as pioneers in the genre. This compilation isn’t just a return—it’s a statement that Cosmic Gate remains at the forefront of the electronic music scene, skillfully guiding listeners through the depths and peaks of their finely-tuned sonic world.
Cosmic Gate’s “Wake Your Mind Sessions 005” will be out on September 04th, 2024 via Black Hole Recordings!
Get your copy here: https://cosmicgate.lnk.to/wyms005
Tracklist “Wake Your Mind Sessions 005”:
Mix 1
01. Klur – High Above
02. Arnej – Searching For Love
03. Moeaike – Falling In Love
04. Adrian Font – The Edge
05. Paige x Jordan Arts – In This Moment (Cornelius SA Remix)
06. Dennis de Laat featuring Jade PraiZe – Figment Of My Mind
07. Yulia Niko, Moullinex featuring A Sul – Sand (Moullinex Remix)
08. Rivo vs Armin van Buuren featuring Sharon Den Adel – In And Out Of Love
09. Mees Salomé – Rose
10. Cosmic Gate & Nathan Nicholson – Just The Beginning (Scorz Remix)
11. Noah Shah – Look For Me
12. Klur & Julian Schwarz & Tailor – Mystery
13. Cosmic Gate & Susie Ledge – Only You
14. Tall Paul – Precious Heart 2024
15. Luccio – Unna
16. MAGNUS & Conor Ross – JOI Part II
Mix 2
01. AVIRA – Eyes Open, Mind Free
02. Ginchy – Wheel Me Out
03. Like Mike, Florentin & HEREON featuring Sam Martin – Pulsating Energy
04. Solee – Alegria
05. Estiva – Fine Day
06. Daniel Wanrooy – Turn off the Lights
07. Cosmic Gate & Christian Burns – Brave (Sean Tyas Remix)
08. Joris Voorn & AVIRA – The Orange Theme
09. Eelke Kleijn – Welcome to Orion
10. Cosmic Gate – The Drums (Maxim Lany Remix).
11. Remusic – Space Visions
12. Son of Son – Lost Control
13. MorganJ & G-POL – BAD
14. Konstantin Sibold & Adam Sellouk – The Dawn
15. Cosmic Gate & Arnej – Trifecta
