Giuseppe Ottaviani and Hypaton reconnect on “Soundboy”, a 130 BPM Mainstage Trance and Future Rave crossover released through Armada Music on October 16, 2026. Combining melodic Trance influences with contemporary rave energy, the two Italian producers deliver a festival-focused collaboration that brings their different musical backgrounds together.
Two Generations of Italian Dance Music Reunite
The connection between Giuseppe Ottaviani and Hypaton goes beyond the recording studio. The two producers are cousins, and Ottaviani played an important role in inspiring Hypaton’s early interest in electronic music production.
Their musical partnership is not new either. They first collaborated on “Space Unicorn” in 2018 before returning with “Tree of Souls” on Ottaviani’s Horizons [Part 1] album in 2022.
“Soundboy” marks another chapter in that relationship, arriving at a time when both artists have established distinctly different positions within the international electronic music scene.
Where Future Rave Meets Trance
At 130 BPM, “Soundboy” moves away from the faster uplifting sound traditionally associated with Giuseppe Ottaviani. Instead, the collaboration enters the territory between modern Mainstage Trance, Big Room and Future Rave.
The production centres on the contrast between high-impact rave energy and melodic atmosphere. Forceful builds and contemporary synth sounds provide the club-oriented framework, while a more expansive melodic breakdown connects the track to the emotional foundations of Trance.
That contrast is central to the collaboration. Ottaviani’s melodic background and Hypaton’s festival-oriented production approach give “Soundboy” a musical identity that reaches beyond either artist’s usual audience.
From Festival ID to Official Release
“Soundboy” had already become part of Giuseppe Ottaviani’s live performances well before its official release.
The track featured in his A State of Trance performance in Warsaw in June 2026 and subsequently received support from Armin van Buuren, who included it in episodes 1295 and 1296 of A State of Trance.
Its release through Armada Music therefore follows several months of exposure to club and festival audiences.
TranceAttack Verdict
“Soundboy” represents another interesting meeting point between Giuseppe Ottaviani’s Trance heritage and Hypaton’s contemporary festival sound.
Its strongest appeal lies in that crossover identity: melodic enough to connect with Trance audiences, but direct and energetic enough for modern mainstage performances.
The trade-off is a relatively compact, impact-focused approach that offers less space for the extended musical storytelling associated with classic Trance productions.
Nevertheless, the collaboration highlights the continuing exchange between established Trance artists and a younger generation of electronic producers.
⭐️ Rating: 8.5 / 10
🎧 Perfect for:
- Mainstage Trance and Future Rave sets
- High-energy festival transitions
- Fans of Giuseppe Ottaviani’s contemporary crossover productions
- Listeners exploring the space between melodic Trance and modern Big Room
Release details:
Artist: Giuseppe Ottaviani, Hypaton
Track: Soundboy
Style: Mainstage Trance / Future Rave crossover
BPM: 130
Label: Armada Music
Release Date: October 16th, 2026
Get your copy here: https://armada.lnk.to/Soundboy
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