A year after Elysian released their hauntingly beautiful take on “Now We Are Free”—the iconic piece from Hans Zimmer’s Gladiator soundtrack—Kryder steps into the ring to deliver his own powerful reimagining, and the result is nothing short of mesmerizing.
This new version, released on Kryteria Records, marries the epic emotional resonance of the original score with the hypnotic pulse of melodic house & techno. At 124 BPM, it floats in that sweet spot where energy and atmosphere intertwine—never too aggressive, but always surging forward with purpose.
Kryder’s remix doesn’t just sample the melody—it rebuilds the track from the ground up, with lush pads, soaring arps, and a goosebump-inducing breakdown that lets the familiar vocal motif breathe in all its glory. The production is polished and precise, as expected from a seasoned artist who has long straddled the lines between house grooves and progressive emotion.
Elysian’s 2024 version already brought “Now We Are Free” into the trance world with grace, but Kryder’s touch adds a darker, more club-ready dimension—transforming it into something fit for both the main stage and an introspective late-night set.
Kryder (Christopher Knight) has been a defining force in the modern house scene for over a decade. Emerging from the UK, he first made waves with his tribal-tinged hits on labels like Spinnin’ Records and later became known for blending big-room energy with groove-heavy underground flavors. As the founder of Kryteria Records, he’s carved out a unique space that champions melodic innovation while staying firmly grounded in dancefloor fundamentals.
What’s particularly striking about this remix is how Kryder manages to retain the emotional weight of Zimmer’s composition while translating it for a crowd hungry for both nostalgia and newness. It’s cinematic without being cheesy, melodic without being soft, and dramatic without losing its dancefloor edge.
⭐️ Rating: 9/10
🎧 Perfect for:
- Sunset festival sets
- Deep afterhours
- Cinematic playlists that crave euphoria
Kryder’s “Now We Are Free” is a masterstroke of musical alchemy—an emotional anthem reborn through the lens of melodic house & techno. Whether you’re a fan of the original film score, a trance lover, or someone deep in the techno trenches, this is one for the playlists. Let the music set you free.
Artist: Kryder, ilan Bluestone, Maor Levi, Emma Hewitt, Elysian
Track: Now We Are Free
Label: Kryteria Records
Release Date: April 11th, 2025
Get your copy here: https://kryteria.complete.me/nowwearefree
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Take a listen to Elysian vs. Kryder – Now We Are Free here:
