Monday Choon: Arty - Lost In Loving You (Mattilo Remix)

Russian Trance Music DJ and Producer Arty is no stranger to the blog, with countless number of his previous hits having featured, this time its a remix of one his tracks "Lost In Loving You". Written during an inspiring studio session in the heart of London, ‘Lost In Loving You’ sees ARTY connect his signature sonics to the equally irresistible vocal allure of Louis III. Upbeat, rousing and channeling ARTY’s trademark progressive house sound, and now it's been revved up a notch by Mattilo. After being dropped by Universal Music when he was just 16, Mattilo found new rise to fame via the social media app, Tik Tok. His work on remixing this track speaks for itself and lets hope he continues with this upward trend. 

Monday Choon: ARTY feat. Jay Sorrow - In My Head

 

My favourite DJ dropped his latest studio album last week on Armada Music so of course I'm going to feature a song from it! Arty is in my opinion one of the most underrated trance music DJs of our generation. His music struck a chord in me from early on and ever since then I look forward to almost anything that has his name on it. Even his alias Alpha9 has been ripping through the charts when he introduced it a few years ago. His latest album, "In My Head" dropped last week and we are featuring the title track from it on the blog, it has Norwegian vocalist and song writer Jay Sorrow on it and is the perfect mix of high energy EDM with a hint of trance that is not only catchy but a soulful sound. 

Monday Choon: ARTY - Jump

 

Russian trance DJ, ARTY has released his latest EP titled "Jump" and today we featured the title track from it which was relased on Armada Music last week. The EP is a collection of 3 tracks from the Trance maestro who has reverted back to his electronic ways after spending quite some time producing tracks on his more progressive alternate alias Alpha 9. I first fell in love with his music back in 2011 and to see his progress in the industry since, has been nothing short of inspiring. "Jump" Driven by a standout chord progression and a sweet, hopeful vocal presence, the third single of ARTY’s forthcoming second album immediately puts listeners on the edge of their seats. Indicative of ARTY’s change in sound, ‘Jump’ urges all to take a leap of faith every once in a while. It's a track with  a meaning that hits home to me very much at this present moment in time so I might just take his advice, you can too, or you can just listen to the track and enjoy it.

Monday Choon: ARTY feat. Jonathan Mendelsohn - Lightning Strikes

 

Arty has been on a roll with his alias Alpha 9 over the past year but its great to see him return to his original stage name this year with his first release "Lightning Strikes". The Russian DJ has changed up the sound on his ARTY name with this track having a more melodic sound echoing a new direction going forward. Today's featured track see's him team up with American vocalist Jonathan Mendelsohn, a name that isn't a new a one to electronic dance music as he has lent his vocals to tracks from the likes of Dash Berlin, Hardwell and Blasterjaxx to name a few.  Johnathan has a "less is more" production style with his hopeful lyrics which he lends to the track and it really is a great fusion which is sure to have many hands in the air when played across the summer. 

Monday Choon: ARTY feat. Tania Zygar - The Wall (Elevven 2022 Remode)

Artem Stolyarov makes his second feature on the blog in the same number of weeks, this time with a classic that has been given a new lease of life with a remode by Los Angeles based musical duo, Elevven. "The Wall" has been a cult classic from the Russian DJ, Arty which features the vocals of Tania Zygar, it was one of the tracks that made me fall in love with Arty, his trance style was unique and catchy, not too mainstream but at the same time made easy, high energy listening with the BPM at just the right rate to get your blood flowing. Elevven have taken the track and kept in essence what we loved about it but just upped the tempo a bit with a drop that has a serious bass undertone, while the track is toned down in trances, its made up for it with a slight big room sound, one that is deceivingly addictive. 

Monday Choon: ALPHA 9 feat. Jonathan Mendelsohn - Down to Love

Ever since I heard the sounds of Artem Stolyarov, I immediately took a liking to his style and became a big fan. Whether it is music under his ARTY alias or Alpha 9, its almost as if he can do no wrong. His latest release comes off his debut album 'New Horizons', which has 14 tracks, this particular one "Down To Love" features the vocals of Jonathan Mendelsohn and has been doing constantly well leading up to the official release. Avid listeners to the Anjuna Beats label will recognise Jonathans voice as he has sung for Seven Lions, Jason Ross and many others including Hardwell. To celebrate the launch of his first album, Alpha 9 will be embarking on an album tour in 2023, here's hoping he decides to make a stop in South Africa. 

Monday Choon: Karen Overton - Your Loving Arms (ALPHA 9 Remix)

British singer Karen Overton probably didn't realise what a hit song she would be recording back in 1995 when "Your Loving Arms" was released. Since then, the track was remixed in 2007 and released on Armada Music, it caught the attention of many and the vocals sync'd so well to the electronic music genre. Fast-forward to present day, Russian DJ and producer Alpha 9, better known by his other name Arty has decided to dust off this track and give it another lease of life with his own remix. I've always loved Arty, ever since listening to his sets from ASOT 500 I knew this guy was special and his brand of music really struck a chord with me, he has been releasing a lot of music on his alias name Alpha 9 of late and when the music is this good, we can only ask for more. So turn up the volume and enjoy this extremely special song. 

Monday Choon: ARTY feat. April Bender - Sunrise (Deniz Koyu Remix)

 

A little of three years since the original track debuted, Deniz Koyu decided to revive this banger from Russian DJ ARTY which features April Bender on the lyrics. The original was a very melodic summer vibes type of track and while Deniz has maintained that smooth flow, he has added his own unique sound with a groovy background beat that kicks off from the start, it has a progressive build-up with the second chorus drop really elevating the track to the next level. It's the perfect track to get into the festive mood with December just around the corner and most of the country getting into summer mood. 

Monday Choon: Arty & Mat Zo - Rebound (Jason Ross Remix)

 

We're still reminiscing about Above & Beyond's ABGT450 set at the Drum Sheds in London, it was so good to see trance music making a come back at an event of such. After the past year of uncertainty, a sense of normality was felt even as we watched the live stream from the comfort of our homes. Anyway, the set by the British trio included some stand out tracks but none that hit home for me quite like today's featured track. Its a remix of Arty and Mat Zo's 2011 track Rebound, done by America DJ and producer Jason Ross. It was just awesome to hear that melodic tune of Rebound again but what Jason has done with the remix is truly special, its given it a new lease of life and really uplifted the sounds to make it more up to speed to what we're hearing today, The track is still not officially released as yet but Arty has been kind enough to share it on his YouTube channel so we thought we'd share it too. It's a perfect track to get your week started and I can't think of a better way to start my Monday than listening to this track myself, so enjoy!

Monday Choon: ALPHA 9 feat. Kameron Alexander - Before The Dawn

I listen to many podcasts and of recent have really been enjoying Group Therapy by Above & Beyond, not sure if its the type of music they play which appeals for the mature trance fans but either way they have been playing some great stuff of recent. Like today's featured track really caught me, it's by Alpha 9 who I haven't heard of before but there was something about the track that seemed familiar with the tone and flow, and when I did some digging I found out that the man behind Alpha 9 is none other that Russian DJ and producer Arty. This kid has been one of my favourite DJ's since I started listening to ASOT, he sort of went quiet for a few years but is slowly starting to resurface again and honestly loving the work he's doing with this Alpha 9 alias. His sound has definitely matured a lot since when I used to listen to him and it's only for the better. Here is 'Before The Dawn' featuring vocals from Kameron Alexander.

Monday Choon: Arty - Tim

Since the passing of Avicii in April this year, there have been many tributes to the former Swedish producer and DJ but none more touching than from Russian DJ, Arty. Like many, Avicii inspired Art in his work as a DJ and instead of penning a few words to remember him by, Arty made a song in dedication of Tim. "It was more than losing just the really good person, it was losing probably the biggest music talent that's been around." Arty told Billboard. "It was really hard to talk about it, to get the words out and think straight. I thought it would be easier for me to speak with the music". The track, a vibrant progressive house song inspired by the moments and melodies of Avicii that he shared with the world. It was also the song used to end off the Ultra Miami after movie. A great track by a great DJ, for one that we will remember forever. 

Monday Choon: Porter Robinson feat. Urban Cone - Lionhearted (Arty Remix)

American electronic music producer, Porter Robinson broke into the international arena with this hit track "language" back in 2012, from there he's enjoyed a good stay on the top with collaborations with MatZo and many other artists, most notably he co-wrote Zedd's hit song "Clarity". His latest release, Lionhearted featuring the vocals of Swedish Indie pop band, Urban Cone and sticking to the multinational theme to the track, Russia's Arty came in to make this explosive remix of the track which has enjoyed phenomenal success. Here's the track to kick off your week!

Monday Choon: BT and Arty feat Nadia Ali - Must Be TheLove

When three of my favourite artists work on one track it either can go horribly wrong or brilliantly well, thankfully for more me it is the latter. BT the legend of the dance industry and Arty the relatively new boy on the scene from Russia combined their talents to produce this track and added the sultry voice of the sexy Nadia Ali to give it that edge it needed to be a chart topper. It was the opening track to ASOT 579 and has already recieved raved reviews and requests world over. 

Monday Choon: Arty feat Tania Zygar - The Wall (Remode)

I cant get enough of this guy! For my life to be complete I have to see this Russian genius in action, all his sets are mind blowers and his mixes and remodes are just as impressive. If I had to list all the Arty songs I like, it would probably be all of it, I am that big of a fan. His mix of D-Mad "she gave me happiness" is still one of my all time favourites. This weeks track features Tania Zygar on vocals, I first heard of her on tyDi's track "Half light", great voice for trance.

Monday Choon: Arty, Matisse & Sadko - Trio

Arty has got to be one of my favourite DJ's in the trance area. From Russia he completely blew me away with his sets at ASOT500 and this year he managed to do it again at ASOT550. His remix of Dmad - She gave me happiness has been my cell phone ringtone for the past 2 years and it still sounds good. For his new release he has teamed up with Matisse and Sadko to produce "Trio". Aptly named since its by the 3 of them and its being playing world over by all the top DJ's, recieved a great reception at ASOT550 and Ultra. There isnt a music video out of it and I doubt there will be one but here is the song none the less.

"There is no party without Arty!" - Armin Van Buuren