When trance veterans Richard Durand and YORK team up with rising vocalist Lea Key, the result is nothing short of euphoric. Their latest collaboration, “Sunrise” on Blue Dot Trance, is a soaring, melodic anthem that captures the very essence of why we fell in love with trance in the first place.
Born on a rainy day in Los Angeles, “Sunrise” tells the story of a love so intense and electrifying that you never want the night to end. Lea Key’s crystalline vocal delivery carries both intimacy and power, cutting straight to the heart while riding on a bed of uplifting synths and driving basslines. Durand and YORK’s production strikes a perfect balance: emotional, high-energy, and festival-ready. At 138 BPM, the track embodies all the hallmarks of a mainstage uplifter, yet with the timeless, melodic touch both artists are known for.
For those who need a refresher: Richard Durand has been one of trance’s most consistent forces since the mid-2000s. From his acclaimed work on the In Search of Sunrise series to iconic singles like “Always the Sun” and “Skies Above”, Durand has built a reputation for delivering peak-time anthems that stir the soul. YORK, meanwhile, is a pioneer of the Balearic and melodic trance sound. With classics such as “On the Beach” and “The Awakening”, YORK has been synonymous with emotional, sun-soaked electronic music for over two decades. Together, their combined artistry feels like a meeting of legacy and longevity, bridging the euphoric trance of yesterday with the fresh energy of today.
⭐️ Rating: 9.5/10
🎧 Perfect for:
- Festival sunrise moments
- Uplifting trance playlists
- Anyone who craves melodic euphoria with emotional depth
“Sunrise” is tailor-made for the biggest festival stages, where its lyrics and melody can soar across a sea of hands and hearts. But it’s also the kind of track that shines during those personal listening moments—the ones where music feels like it’s speaking directly to you.
Artist: Richard Durand, YORK, Lea Key
Track: Sunrise
Label: Blue Dot Trance
Release Date: September 05th, 2025
Get your copy here: https://found.ee/BDT_Sunrise
Connect with Richard Durand:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/djricharddurand
X: https://www.twitter.com/Richard_Durand
Connect with Torsten Stenzel / York:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yorkmusic
X: https://www.twitter.com/Yorkmusic1
Connect with Blue Dot Trance:
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Take a listen to Richard Durand, YORK & Lea Key – Sunrise here: