When passion meets nostalgia, the result can be pure magic — and that’s exactly what Asteroid achieves with his remix of “Open Our Eyes.” Originally released by Insigma (the legendary duo of Steve Helstrip aka The Thrillseekers and Andy Perring aka Pulser), the track is one of the most beloved trance anthems of the early 2000s. Now, over two decades later, it receives a respectful yet explosive reimagination from one of today’s fastest-rising trance producers.
For Asteroid, this release carries deep personal meaning. “Open Our Eyes” was the very first trance vinyl he ever bought — a track that ignited his lifelong love for the genre. Revisiting it on Armada Captivating, he transforms that early inspiration into a full-power, modern-day weapon designed for peak-time sets. His remix preserves the spine-tingling melody that defined the original, while injecting thunderous basslines, crisp percussion, and soaring energy that command today’s mainstages.
Over the past few years, Asteroid (real name: Callum McDonald) has built a reputation for his high-octane productions and signature blend of classic trance emotion with cutting-edge sound design. With releases on labels such as FSOE, Nocturnal Knights, and Regenerate, he has become a regular feature in sets from the world’s leading trance DJs — and this remix further solidifies his place among the genre’s new elite.
The result is both nostalgic and forward-thinking: a remix that bridges the golden era of trance with the high-energy sound of 2025. When those iconic pads swell and the melody lifts, it’s impossible not to feel the same euphoria that defined trance’s early years — only louder, sharper, and more powerful.
⭐️ Rating: 9/10
🎧 Perfect for:
- Trance purists craving a modern take on a timeless classic
- Mainstage sets that build to emotional peaks
- Anyone who fell in love with trance through the melodies of the early 2000s
Artist: Insigma, Asteroid
Track: Open Our Eyes (Asteroid Remix)
Label: Armada Captivating
Release Date: October 24th, 2025
Get your copy here: https://bit.ly/openoureyesrmx
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Take a listen to Insigma – Open Our Eyes (Asteroid Remix) here:
