Without doubt the hottest new tra… Read Full Bio ↴Up to #49 in 2009 DJ Magazine Poll
Without doubt the hottest new trance DJ / producer to emerge from Holland this past couple of years is Richard Durand. Recommended by the mighty Tiësto as his 'Tip For The Top in 2007' in DJ Magazine, Richard responded with a string of stunning productions, including official remixes for Tiësto, culminating in a new entry placing in the DJ Magazine Top 100 DJs poll at the end of 2007.
The Richard Durand sound is trance, techno and tough electro in a unique package that's both dynamic and devastating. Having initially made his mark as a solo producer with big tech trance bombs such as 'Make Me Scream' and 'Slipping Away' on the Terminal 4 label, the huge success of his remixes of Tiësto singles 'Lethal Industry', 'Flight 643' and 'Break My Fall', plus infamous festival favourite reworks of the likes of Prodigy 'Smack My Bitch Up' and Snow Patrol 'Chasing Cars' soon had Richard Durand marked as one of the hottest remixers on the planet with consistent playlist support from the DJing elite Armin van Buuren, Paul van Dyk, Ferry Corsten, Judge Jules and Eddie Halliwell to name but a few.
Richard Durand continued to deliver big tracks in 2008, adding his magic touch to Fragma 'Toca's Miracle' and stepping up to rework Armin van Buuren 'In And Out Of Love' to equally devastating effect. At the same time, Richard's solo productions were also hitting the headlines; his 'Weep' track featuring Skin from Skunk Anansie on vocals was signed to Perfecto and proved to be one of the summer's biggest anthems.
It was also 2008 that saw the Richard Durand DJing schedule explode into overdrive as the dance community embraced an artist who was not only a hot producer, but also one of the most technically accomplished DJs in dance music today. Utilising 4 x CD decks and effects units, Richard Durand DJ sets are a whirlwind journey of cutting edge tunes, exclusive reworks, slick mixing and technical wizardry behind the decks. His ability to work crowds into a frenzy and a clear passion about his music have cemented Richard Durand's place as a fans favourite the world over and a legend in the making.
Richard Durand’s show-stopping sets and crowd pulling DJ status is confirmed by his DJ diary reading like a who's who of A-list events, headlining global festival brands such as Sensation, Trance Energy, Planet Love, Coloursfest, Tunnel Electrocity and Summer Of Love, plus leading club brands including Godskitchen, Gallery, Gatecrasher and Slinky, a standout summer residency at Judgement Sundays in Ibiza and tours to every corner of the globe. He's also joined the exclusive set of DJs to be awarded a coveted 'Essential Mix' on BBC Radio 1, as well as co-hosting shows twice with Judge Jules on Radio 1.
In 2009 Richard Durand clocked up another huge remix, this time of Art Of Trance 'Madagascar', before setting another landmark on his rapid career path to the top by releasing his debut artist album 'Always The Sun' on Magik Muzik / Black Hole Recordings. The album has spawned three massive singles already; 'Into Something', title track 'Always The Sun' which had heavy playlist rotation on dance music TV channels worldwide, plus the latest smash 'No Way Home'. With dedicated album release dates and support tours in various territories worldwide, expect Richard Durand's star to shine brightly into 2010.
Always The Sun
Richard Durand Lyrics
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In fields of loneliness
Every breath
As cold as ice
Where lies are true painted black
Searching for some light to lead you back
Always the sun
Always the sun
Like a wailing wall
Give me hope
Show some meaning
Always the sun
To strike a chord
Always the sun
To turn the world
Always
Your darkness grows
In fields of loneliness
Every breath
As cold as ice
Where lies are true painted black
Searching for some light to lead you back
Always the sun
After all
Always the sun
Like a wailing wall
Give me hope
Show some meaning
Always the sun
To strike a chord
Always the sun
To turn the world
Always
The lyrics of Richard Durand's song "Always the Sun" are a contemplation on the human condition, specifically the experience of loneliness and the search for hope and meaning. The opening lines describe how darkness grows in fields of loneliness, a metaphor for the way loneliness can exacerbate negative emotions and thoughts. The next line speaks to the physical manifestation of this emotional state, with every breath feeling as cold as ice. The line "where lies are true painted black" speaks to the idea that when someone is in a dark emotional place, it can be hard to distinguish truth from falsehood. The search for light to lead the person back to a better emotional place is the driving force behind the song.
The chorus of "Always the Sun" is a call to hope and resilience. It's a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there is always the possibility of things getting better. The sun is a symbol of hope and renewal, and the repetition of the phrase "Always the sun" reinforces the idea that hope is a constant, even if it's not always visible.
Overall, "Always the Sun" is a song that seeks to provide comfort and hope to those experiencing loneliness or difficult emotional states. It acknowledges the reality of darkness and emotional pain, while providing an optimistic outlook for the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Your darkness grows
Your sadness and despair intensify
In fields of loneliness
In the depths of despair and feeling alone
Every breath
Each inhale and exhale
As cold as ice
As if chilled by frozen water
Where lies are true painted black
Where deceit has taken over and become reality
Searching for some light to lead you back
Looking for something to bring you back to happiness and peace
Always the sun
There is always a bright side to things, even in the darkest moments
After all
Despite everything
Like a wailing wall
Like the Western Wall in Jerusalem where people come to pray and lament
Give me hope
Provide me with optimism and positivity
Show some meaning
Demonstrate that things have significance and purpose
To strike a chord
To resonate with someone emotionally
To turn the world
To make a positive impact on the world
Always
There is always hope and brightness to be found
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Cloud9
Written by: ADRIAN BROEKHUYSE, RAZ NITZAN, REINOLD HOOGENDOORN, RICHARD SCHOONEVELD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Olga Zabolovskaya
периодически возвращаюсь к этой композиции... она меня позитивит до небес
Виолетта Петрова
И меня😍
Сила Жизни
Идёт 2023 год, а эту прекрасную композицию всё слушаю и слушаю...
Michele Buuren
Que trance perfeito, um dos melhores <3
Dominika Bednarska
always the sun... mmm; ** piękny teledysk, a od piosenki się chyba uzależniłam, więcej takich ! Pozdrawiam ;))
Татьяна Солнечная
Это ж такой хит был в своё время и так проник в самую душу … Даже после стольких лет удовольствие колоссальное !!!! Спасибо ,Ричард.
Matiss Pazerauskis
Super dziesma!
KamVi
Kilka lat minęło a nuta nadal pierwsza klasa ;)
Łukasz Glowacki
fantastyczna piosenka ...Durand wymiata .... a tekst sprawia ze mozna odplynac na wiele godzin ...elo peace & love
messi348
ach te syntezatory, magiczne dźwięki:)