There are remixes that simply update a track — and then there are remixes that reconnect it with the deeper emotional DNA of trance. Gabriel & Dresden’s take on Daniel Wanrooy & Emma Lock’s “Fall Asleep” clearly belongs to the second category.
Originally built around Emma Lock’s delicate, almost dreamlike vocal presence, “Fall Asleep” already carried that bittersweet tension between intimacy and dancefloor energy. In the hands of Gabriel & Dresden, the track receives a beautifully restrained yet powerful transformation. At 132 BPM, this remix sits in a sweet spot: driving enough for peak-time trance sets, but still spacious enough to let the vocal breathe and the emotion unfold naturally.
Daniel Wanrooy has long been a respected name within the progressive and trance scene. Hailing from the Netherlands, his productions have found support from some of the biggest names in electronic music, including Tiësto, Armin van Buuren, Ferry Corsten, Markus Schulz and many more. His sound has often moved between melodic drive, progressive warmth and club-focused energy — a combination that makes “Fall Asleep” a perfect canvas for a remix with emotional depth.
Emma Lock, meanwhile, is no stranger to vocal trance fans. Known for her distinctive voice and songwriting, she has built a catalogue around atmospheric melodies, heartfelt phrasing and the kind of vocal delivery that instantly adds a human core to electronic productions. On “Fall Asleep”, her performance is fragile but memorable, giving the remix its emotional anchor.
And then there are Gabriel & Dresden — Josh Gabriel and Dave Dresden — one of the most influential duos in progressive trance and emotional electronic music. Since coming together in 2001, they have helped shape the sound of modern trance with timeless productions and remixes, from Motorcycle’s “As The Rush Comes” to their celebrated work on Anjunabeats and beyond. Their signature has always been about mood, tension and storytelling rather than simple hands-in-the-air formulas — and that is exactly what they bring here.
The remix opens with a classy, hypnotic groove, slowly drawing the listener into its atmosphere before Emma’s vocal takes centre stage. Instead of overwhelming the song with oversized synths, Gabriel & Dresden build patiently: warm pads, subtle melodic layers and a rolling bassline create a sense of motion without sacrificing elegance. The breakdown is emotional but not overly dramatic, allowing the vocal to shine before the track lifts back into a confident, late-night trance flow.
Released on Dancepush, “Fall Asleep (Gabriel & Dresden Remix)” feels like a mature and carefully balanced piece of vocal trance. It does not chase trends or rely on obvious festival tricks. Instead, it trusts melody, feeling and craftsmanship. The result is a remix that feels both nostalgic and fresh — a reminder of why Gabriel & Dresden remain such masters of emotional dance music.
For fans of vocal trance with progressive depth, this is a release that deserves attention. It is elegant, heartfelt and built with real musical patience.
⭐️ Rating: 9 / 10
🎧 Perfect for:
- Fans of classic Gabriel & Dresden atmosphere
- Emotional vocal trance moments
- Progressive trance warm-up sets
- Late-night drives
A classy and emotional vocal trance remix with Gabriel & Dresden’s unmistakable progressive touch. Deep, warm and beautifully arranged — not the loudest track in the room, but definitely one of the most sincere.
Artist: Daniel Wanrooy, Emma Lock, Gabriel & Dresden
Track: Fall Asleep (Gabriel & Dresden Remix)
Label: Dancepush
Release Date: June 05th, 2026
Get your copy here: https://www.beatport.com/de/release/fall-asleep-gabriel-dresden-remixes/6940781
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Take a listen to Daniel Wanrooy & Emma Lock – Fall Asleep (Gabriel & Dresden Remix) here:
