The group's initial success was aided in part by popular trance musicians remixing their original work. The first single to be released in 2001 was the song "Clear Blue Water" which was remixed by several artists, but the most successful remix was done by Ferry Corsten. The second single "Sky Falls Down" was released in 2002 and remixed by Armin van Buuren. The third single "Beautiful Together" was released in 2003 and was remixed by Seraque, Silvester and Signum. The single that is considered to be their break-through track is "Satellite" their fourth single which was released in 2004.
On 24 August 2007 "Breaking Ties" (Above & Beyond's Analog Haven Mix), was featured on TATW #178. Audio footage of "Breaking Ties" started to surface on YouTube around October 2007. On 1 November 2007, Miracle also appeared on YouTube. Although this was given as the title on the Above & Beyond official forum, at the time the title was unconfirmed.
McGuinness and Siljamäki of OceanLab discussed the album during an interview in Riga, Latvia: We've been experimenting with a completely new sound - one of the tracks we're working on right now features a 56 piece mouse choir. We went diving in Formentera too to record some noises from the dolphins.
On 14 March 2008, "Sirens of the Sea" (Above & Beyond Club Mix) premiered on TATW #207. It was presented as one of the new singles for the upcoming album. Prior to this, "Sirens of the Sea" (Kyau & Albert Remix) was released on Above and Beyond's Anjunabeats Volume 3.
On 7 April 2008, the single "Sirens of the Sea" was released. New remixes by Sonorous, Cosmic Gate, as well as the Kyau & Albert remix were included. Also included was a .WAV file of Maor Levi's remix of "Sirens of the Sea".
On 10 June 2008, OceanLab's debut album - Sirens of the Sea - was announced on the Anjunabeats website with a release date of 21 July 2008. The single, "Miracle", appeared a week earlier on 14 July 2008. Included in the single are Above and Beyond's Club Mix of tracks, as well as remixes by Martin Roth, Michael Cassette and Fletch. The "Sirens of the Sea Remixed" album released in 2009 includes the most successful remixes of OceanLab's three most popular tracks that had only been released as singles - Satellite, Sky Falls Down and Clear Blue Water.
On 30 January 2014, McGuinness and Siljamäki confirmed via Reddit that the artist name OceanLab would no longer be used on future productions, with Justine Suissa now being identified as a part of Above & Beyond.
On 26 September 2015, however, Above & Beyond featured a new surprise Oceanlab production at ABGT150 in Sydney, Australia. The title of this new trance single is Another Chance.
Albums
* 2008: Sirens of the Sea
* 2009: Sirens of the Sea: Remixed
Singles
* 2001: "Clear Blue Water"
* 2002: "Sky Falls Down"
* 2003: "Beautiful Together"
* 2004: "Satellite"
* 2008: "Sirens of the Sea"
* 2008: "Miracle"
* 2008: "Breaking Ties"
* 2009: "On A Good Day"
* 2009: "Lonely Girl"
* 2010 "On A Good Day (Metropolis)"
* 2016 "Another Chance"
Remixes
* 2001: "When Love Breaks Down (OceanLab Remix)" - Teaser
* 2002: "For a Lifetime (OceanLab Remix)" - Ascension
* 2009: "tonight (above & beyond remix) - dirty vegas
Sirens Of The Sea
Oceanlab Lyrics
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Follow me, follow me, yeah let's go
To the sand, to the sand, the purest sand
Into the sea, into the sea, yeah, let's go
Out beyond the water's edge
Far out past the coral ledge
Underneath the diamond dancing lights
Silent sleeping indigo
Drifting down into the endless night
I can not resist your call
I can not resist your call
Take my hand, take my hand, yeah take my hand
Follow me, follow me, yeah, let's go
To the sand, to the sand, the purest sand
Into the sea, into the sea, yeah, let's go
Leaving reason far behind
Nothing here is cruel or kind
Only your desire to set me free
Let us lie here all alone
Worn away like river stone
Let us be the sirens of the sea
I can not resist your call
I can not resist your call
Leaving reason far behind
Nothing here is cruel or kind
Only your desire to set me free
Let us lie here all alone
Worn away like river stone
Let us be the sirens of the sea
I can not resist your call
I can not resist your call
Sirens of the sea
The lyrics to Oceanlab's "Sirens of the Sea" are a call to adventure and a surrender to the unknown. The repeating chorus, "Take my hand, follow me, to the sand, into the sea," is an invitation to leave the comforts of the familiar world behind and explore what lies beyond the water's edge.
The rest of the lyrics describe this journey in poetic detail, with images of coral ledges, diamond dancing lights, and silent sleeping indigo. The singer of the song is drawn irresistibly to the call of the sea, and the desire to be set free from the constraints of reason and to become one with the natural world.
The song's title, "Sirens of the Sea," references the mythical creatures that lured sailors to their doom with their enchanting songs. In this song, however, the singer willingly surrenders to the call of the sirens, becoming one of them and experiencing the purest form of liberation.
Overall, "Sirens of the Sea" is a powerful and evocative meditation on the allure of the unknown and the call to adventure that resides within us all.
Line by Line Meaning
Take my hand, take my hand, yeah take my hand
Come with me, take my hand, I'll guide you
Follow me, follow me, yeah let's go
Trust me, let's go on an adventure together
To the sand, to the sand, the purest sand
We'll go to the beach, where the sand is pure
Into the sea, into the sea, yeah, let's go
We'll go into the ocean and explore
Out beyond the water's edge
We'll venture beyond the shore
Far out past the coral ledge
We'll go deep into the ocean, past the coral
Underneath the diamond dancing lights
We'll see the beautiful lights that reflect on the water
Chase the world from far below
We'll leave our worries and escape to the underwater world
Silent sleeping indigo
We'll see the serene and peaceful blue of the ocean
Drifting down into the endless night
We'll dive deeper into the mysterious darkness of the ocean
I can not resist your call
I'm drawn to you and your adventure
Leaving reason far behind
We'll forget about logic and let our desires lead us
Nothing here is cruel or kind
The ocean does not have human emotions, it's just nature
Only your desire to set me free
You want to free me from my worries and constraints
Let us lie here all alone
Let's lay quietly in the peacefulness of the ocean
Worn away like river stone
We'll slowly fade away until we feel like we belong in the water
Let us be the sirens of the sea
Let's embrace the beauty of the ocean and become part of it
Sirens of the sea
We're entranced by the gentle calling of the ocean
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANTHONY PATRICK JAMES MCGUINNESS, JONATHAN DAVID GRANT, JUSTINE SUISSA, PAAVO SILJAMAKI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Aether_Aurora
TRACKLIST:
1. Just Listen 0:00
2. Sirens of the Sea 3:48
3. If I Could Fly 9:42
4. Breaking Ties 14:50
5. Miracle 20:04
6. Come Home 26:44
7. On a Good Day 31:19
8. Ashes 37:14
9. I Am What I Am 43:45
10. Lonely Girl 48:32
11. Secret 54:01
12. On the Beach 59:22
13. Breaking Ties (Flow mix) 1:04:08
Enjoy! =)
@AriahSV
I am 52 and discovered trance a few months back, never felt more alive in my entire life whilst the rest of my friends are ageing fast physically and mentally, we no longer have much in common, trance is my medicine, especially after discovering A&B, this album is an incredible find and I am glad to find such a good vibe here to share my new passion with ♥️
@pianoatthirty
it's such amazing music. If you haven't already, check out Ferry Tayle and Dan Stone, they are super inspiring and really uplifting.
@flfx1083
Pure medicine, thanks A&B
@michaeljeffery7466
I used to listen to this track when I was a teenager. I'm glad you discovered it!
@jollysomalian
Just turned 52 myself and trace is my medicine as well. I discovered early 2000s. When I mentioned my age someone people ask for id to believe lol. Some of us humans age well and age before thier time. I just found this track and I comment can relate to yey.
@rosadaza8924
Great music ages you like fine wine 🍷
My favorite music for decades.
@bobbyg9587
Coming back to this album is like finding a pair of pants from high school that still fit perfectly. It's like no time has passed, and the music is as fresh as it ever was.
@goldenstarmusic1689
As someone who's been listening to this since middle school, that's an incredible way to put it. Still listening in college and it's as fresh, timeless, and beautiful as ever.
@mattetheridge6580
Great analagy my friend.
@hedehey1
Well said!