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.
No Way Home
Richard Durand Lyrics
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There's so much hurt so much past
I touch your heart,
Your tenderness,
I met your fate, its your spell
If you falter, if you fail
You found yourself
Emotions under strain again
You are,
Unsteady unwilling
No way home
No way out
No way home
Left without
Lost that place
Deep in your heart
No way home
No way out
Slow to learn,
You give your heart
You have no doubt
Have no fear
So clear, so soft
And such a mess
We're standing still,
Standing firm
If you falter if you fail
You found yourself in a lonely place
Emotions under strain again.
You are unsteady, unwilling
No way home
No way out
No way home
Left with out
Lost that place
Deep in your heart
No way home
No way out
The lyrics of Richard Durand's song "No Way Home" speak about someone who is hurting and struggling with their past. The singer hears the person's call, but their lips refuse to move, indicating that they may be either too hurt or resistant to speak up. The singer touches their heart, trying to offer comfort and support, but they can sense the person's pain and past traumas. The lines "I met your fate, it's your spell" suggest that the person's fate has been determined by their past experiences and that they may feel trapped in a certain pattern of choices.
The chorus repeats the phrase "No way home, no way out," which represents the person's feeling of being stuck and unable to escape their situation. The lines "If you falter, if you fail / You found yourself in a lonely place / Emotions under strain again" speak about the person's vulnerability and the fact that they have experienced this type of feeling before. There is a sense of sadness and struggle in the lyrics, but the final lines "We're standing still, standing firm" suggest that the singer is not giving up on this person and is willing to stand by them through their struggle.
Overall, the lyrics of "No Way Home" evoke a sense of empathy and compassion for someone who is struggling with their past and who feels trapped in their current situation. The repetition of the phrase "no way home, no way out" creates a feeling of hopelessness, but the singer's insistence on standing by the person despite their struggles speaks to the power of love and support.
Line by Line Meaning
I hear your call your lips wont move
I sense your cry even though you're not speaking
There's so much hurt so much past
You've been through a lot of pain and struggle in the past
I touch your heart, Your tenderness, I met your fate, its your spell
I feel your kindness and love, but I also recognize that your fate is controlled by your own choices
If you falter, if you fail
If you stumble or make a mistake
You found yourself In a lonely place
You're feeling isolated and alone
Emotions under strain again
You're experiencing intense emotional pressure
You are, Unsteady unwilling
You're feeling insecure and hesitant
No way home No way out No way home Left without
You feel trapped and helpless with no clear path to move forward
Lost that place Deep in your heart No way home No way out
You've lost your sense of direction and feel like there's no escape from your current situation
Slow to learn, You give your heart
You may be slow to learn from your mistakes, but you're always willing to love and connect with others
You have no doubt Have no fear
You're confident and brave in the face of life's challenges
So clear, so soft And such a mess
Your intentions are pure and gentle, but you feel overwhelmed by the chaos around you
We're standing still, Standing firm
We may not be moving forward, but we're staying strong and resolute
Contributed by John J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Vikesha7
Обожаю!!!! Всегда!!! Давно! Навсегда!!
@jaimesy27
Why can't more fantastic trance classics as this get more mainstream recognition!?
@doyrayburn2668
So underrated its a crime.
@glaros0
Greetings from Greece! Fantastic song to listen it over and over again in the car...
@thalassitisa
durand is an upcoming STARRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
@anzikweb4026
Почему это песня не стала хитом. Просто охеренная песенка.
@Foozkillah
Unbelievably good! I thought I'd never find a song in this millenium in the same vein as Heppner and the old old Wolfsheim, but here it is! Fantastisch!
@centrovik777
просто огонь!!!!!
@jdupons
a really great song, deserves more
@yeidi2336
Esta canción es mágica 🙏🔥🔥