A Poignant Tribute Wrapped in Trance Euphoria
Few artists in the trance scene wear their hearts on their sleeves quite like Factor B. With his long-awaited artist album, “Theatre of the Mind – Bloom (In Loving Memory),” Brendan Blatt delivers his most personal and emotionally charged work to date. More than just an album, “Bloom” is a sonic love letter—dedicated to his late mother and fiancée—translating raw emotion into sweeping, melodic soundscapes that celebrate love, loss, and healing.
From the first note, “Bloom” immerses listeners in Factor B’s signature sound—lush, euphoric melodies, powerful builds, and deeply evocative progressions. But beyond the technical mastery, the album radiates a sense of sincerity and storytelling rarely captured so fully in electronic music. This is trance at its purest—uplifting yet melancholic, driven yet introspective.
Tracks like “Remembrance” and “Eternal Light” encapsulate the duality of grief and hope, layering soaring synth lines over heartfelt chord progressions that feel both cathartic and celebratory. “Resonance” leans into Factor B’s ability to craft emotionally charged breakdowns, while “Reverie” showcases his talent for creating soundscapes that feel like memories drifting through time.
While “Bloom” is undeniably a Factor B album at its core, Brendan also uses this project as an opportunity to explore new sonic realms through his experimental alias, Highlandr. This offshoot allows him to step outside the confines of traditional trance structures, incorporating slower tempos, cinematic atmospheres, and progressive elements that push the boundaries of his artistry. The Highlandr contributions provide a stunning contrast to the high-energy moments, offering deeper emotional layers and giving the album an added dimension.
Factor B has long been revered for his ability to channel emotion into melody, but “Bloom” elevates this reputation to new heights. The album serves as both a cathartic expression of personal grief and a celebration of life, resonating deeply with listeners who have experienced love and loss in their own ways. This is more than just music; it’s a journey through memory and healing, making it one of the most profound and poignant releases in trance this year—if not in the genre’s history.
⭐️ Rating: 9.5/10
“Bloom (In Loving Memory)” is a masterpiece of emotionally charged trance, a must-listen for any fan of the genre. Factor B has created an album that will not only move dancefloors but touch hearts as well.
Factor B’s second artist album “Bloom (In Loving Memory)” will be out on January 31st 2025!
Get your copy here:
https://factorb.bandcamp.com/album/theatre-of-the-mind-bloom-in-loving-memory-the-digital-album
Tracklist “Factor B – Bloom (In Loving Memory)”:
Disc 1
- Highlandr x Theia – I Begin Again
- Highlandr x AB85 – Epiphany River
- Highlandr – How long is forever?
- Highlandr x Theia – Everywhere to me (Highlandr’s In Loving Memory Remix)
- Highlandr – Lets go for a ride
- Highlandr – Paklinski
- Highlandr x Theia – Bloom
- Highlandr – Me & You
- Highlandr x Taylr Renee – Shine Brighter (Delia’s Song)
- Highlandr – You Bring the Sunshine
- Factor B – The Girl with her head in the clouds (Ellies Song)
Disc 2
- Factor B – A Gift to the Earth
- Factor B x Theia – Everywhere to Me
- Factor B x Lovlee – Wondering (Your love leaves me)
- Factor B ft Craig Costello – Burn For You
- Factor B – Ghosts
- Highlandr x Theia – Bloom (Factor B’s In Loving Memory Remix)
- Factor B – Breathing In
- Factor B x Lostly – Echos from a past life (Highlandr’s Future Voices Mix)
- Factor B x Lostly – Echos from a past life
- Highlandr x Theia – I Begin Again (Factor B’s In Loving Memory Mix)
- Factor B – You’ll miss me when I’m gone
