The trio are popular in the electronic dance music scene for their forward-thinking uplifting trance productions and collaborations with renowned vocalists. They have their own record label, Anjunabeats, which releases trance & progressive music, and they also host their own weekly radio show previously known as Trance Around the World but relaunched in late 2012 as Group Therapy. The group's tracks are regularly played by DJs around the world, including Armin van Buuren, Gareth Emery, Ferry Corsten, ATB, and Kyau & Albert. The trio has been consistently ranked among DJ Magazine's Top 100 DJs Poll, having placed at #4 in 2008 & 2009, #5 in 2010 & 2011, and most recently at #25 for 2014.
The Walk
above & beyond Lyrics
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You walk away and I will find you
We are locked in this emotion
We will find the way home
And it's too late
To regret the mistakes we made
Easier to walk away
And it's too late
To deny all the words we say
Nothing will ever be the same
When the world surrounds you
You take your place with me, behind you
These are every word unspoken
This is our way home
And it's too late
To regret the mistakes we made
Easier to walk away
When the world surrounds you
You walk away
You walk away
And it's too late
To regret the mistakes we made
Easier to walk away
And it's too late
To deny all the words we say
Nothing will ever be the same
And it's too late
To regret the mistakes we made
Easier to walk away
You walk away
And it's too late
To deny all the words we say
Nothing will ever be the same
The lyrics to Above & Beyond's song "The Walk" convey a sense of emotional conflict and the difficult decision to walk away from a relationship. The song begins with the idea of leaving the night behind and someone walking away, while the singer promises to find them. This suggests that there is a strong bond between the two individuals, but they are locked in a complex and intense emotion. Despite the challenges, they are determined to find their way back home, highlighting a desire for reconciliation or resolution.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that it is now too late to regret the mistakes made in the relationship. It is easier to walk away and accept the choices that have been made. The repetitive nature of the lyrics reflects the internal struggle and the inevitable realization that nothing will ever be the same. The line "To deny all the words we say" suggests that there were significant words exchanged between the two parties, possibly with a lasting impact.
The second verse reiterates the idea of finding a place together in the world, behind the individual. This implies a sense of support and solidarity, despite the unspoken words and the difficulties they face. The final repetition of the chorus emphasizes that it is now too late to go back and change the past. They must accept the consequences of their actions and learn to move forward independently.
Overall, "The Walk" explores the conflicting emotions experienced when facing a challenging relationship and the difficult decision to walk away. It suggests that even though regrets may exist, it is sometimes easier to accept the choices made and embrace an uncertain future.
Line by Line Meaning
With the night behind you
After enduring a difficult and dark time, you are moving forward
You walk away and I will find you
You choose to distance yourself, but I will always search for you and offer my support
We are locked in this emotion
We are deeply entangled in our feelings for each other
We will find the way home
We will discover a path that leads us back to a place of comfort and belonging
And it's too late
It is beyond the point of no return
To regret the mistakes we made
We can no longer feel remorse for the choices we have made in the past
Easier to walk away
Choosing to leave seems more effortless and uncomplicated
To deny all the words we say
It is futile to reject or disregard the significance of our spoken expressions
Nothing will ever be the same
The consequences of our actions have permanently altered our reality
When the world surrounds you
When you are overwhelmed by the pressures and expectations of society
You take your place with me, behind you
You can find solace and support by having me standing by your side, providing assistance from a position of understanding
These are every word unspoken
These are all the thoughts and feelings we have kept hidden and not expressed
This is our way home
This is the path that will bring us back to a sense of belonging and comfort
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Cloud9
Written by: TYSON ILLINGWORTH, AUDREY GALAGHER
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@DJPaulWest
For anyone who’s interested in getting a deeper understanding of what you're listening to… I’ve pulled together a mini-study of the set - demystifying the art of DJing and showing that it isn’t just pushing buttons! :)
Mood
The overall mood of the set was fairly chilled and melodic in nature – very much in line with the kind of music which Above & Beyond produce (and therefore it comes as no surprise that virtually every track played was produced by them!). The lower/mid intensity storytelling here aligns very well with the energy of the absolutely stunning location – overlooking the islands and water – and the notion of being high-up and in a spacious surrounding is mirrored by the soaring melodies - putting people ‘into their heads’ and making them feel emotions.
Energy/Intensity
Overall, the BPM of the set (which is the biggest driver of energy) started at 122 in order to set the scene; every few tracks this was moved up by ½ BPM – peaking at 125 BPM for the final 3 tracks of the set.
Whilst there was small but constant movement in the tempo (BPM), the intensity and mood tracks provided the unity / ‘glue’ to hold the set together - which remained fairly consistent.
The tracks played were progressive in nature (more complex) and therefore were not driven by any one frequency – but more-so the frequency spectrum was filled. As such the mix & blend time was usually fairly minimal – to guard against any clashes between the melodies of the two tracks in the mix. For example – for their track “Believer” (playing from 7:45 to 12:02), as the energy / main motif of the track ends at 12:02 (leaving just the percussion and bass stabs) this is the mix point for the following track “Sweetest Heart” – where the percussion is brought through at 12:15, and the motif of this track starts at 12:32. This is fairly standard practice for DJs mixing complex progressive tracks.
In terms of key observations and emphasising what was done very well:
Marrying Energy with the Environment
Above & Beyond (Tony and Paavo here) do a very good job of aligning the energy of the music with the energy of the location. The track selection was chosen to make the crowd ‘feel’ an emotion; using lots of longer motif melodies driven by the highs and mid frequencies.
(to note - where house tracks are driven by motifs/loops which are 4, 2 and even 1 beat in length, this makes people want to dance. When motifs are 8, 16, 32+ beats in length, while they are still 'dance' music tracks, they have the effect of moving people emotionally, more than physically. Hence the longer motif lengths chosen here by Tony and Paavo are an appropriate. Stunning location and well-chosen track selection)
Stability Vs Movement
Much as with the observation made for the Hernan Cattaneo Cercle set, there isn’t a lot ‘movement’ in the set construction. The intensity of the tracks and the mood remain relatively consistent, as does the overall ‘feel’ of the set – characterised by mid and higher frequencies of the melodies / vocals.
However, as they are playing progressive tracks (where the tracks themselves have a lot of movement within them) the tracks act as an appropriate contrast to the stability of the set structure.
As mentioned above, Tony and Paavo do in fact move the BPM up in small increments every few tracks (from 122 to 125), so in this respect they are actively managing the energy of the crowd upwards throughout the set. For example see the energy difference @8:40 versus @1:16:00 (although, you’ll also note the percussion intensity is also greater for the second clip). This provides a marginal upward movement in energy.
Note – (as mentioned on the Hernan Cattaneo set) for other sub-genre’s of house music, the tracks are produced more like ‘components’ or individual ‘characters’ and designed to be layered by the DJ, whereas for progressive house tracks they are structured almost like a microcosm of a DJ set – 4 beat bass stabs dominate one moment, then gentle mid-frequency piano keys emerge while higher frequency pads creep upon you, filling the sonic range – and these ‘characters’ dance with each other – different frequencies, different motif lengths moving in and out of focus. It therefore makes complete sense that where the tracks are complex and have movement, the structure of the set offers stability and unison in holding the experience together.
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If you're interested in reading commentary on other Cercle DJ sets; I've included a list of the Cercle video links with my commentary at the top:
Martinez Brothers at CÉ LA VI Marina Bay Sands: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29LwM9Xa6l8&lc=Ugw8FjXRTwNr_igsxEh4AaABAg
Blond:ish in Sint Maarten: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ad4IAkS-1-w&lc=UgyYS7pegfiMkfHUmKx4AaABAg
Lee Burridge at Omnia Bali: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h96MGcsi7GQ&lc=UgyXBVeIehYJkpXra-R4AaABAg
Hernán Cattáneo at Cercle Festival: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Easqg4SUl2Q&lc=Ugz6nHNUJYRxJcvLxhh4AaABAg
Black Coffee at Salle Wagram: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGqg_ZzThDU&lc=UgxQT39JEwTd-j7E1Ax4AaABAg
More to come soon!
@dafebeme2
I was there! This was, no doubt, one of the top three experiences of my life. I couldn't believe I could get a ticket since I thought those were so expensive because of the few people I always see in Cercle videos venues. They playing in my country was an absolute shock, so I get to the pre inscription link to the tickets and made it to the first ones on the list without expecting much, but amazingly it only was like 80 Euro so I bought it without hesitation. The hype, the 400 kms motorcycle ride from Bogotá to Guatapé, the small beautiful town, the walking up to the top, the sound, the show, the sunset, the insane night rave. It was absolutely perfect. Thanks Cercle. Edit: For those asking, I am the guy who removes his sunglasses at 1:10:02
@patrickobrien1332
AMAZING! I love this story! It looks incredible.
@ricardocaetano9243
Thanks for sharing. It's the first experience i've read by someone attending this amazing events. This one was the first i caught live online on Facebook.
@bobpaquin1
While I was watching this jaw-dropping stunner, I was wondering just these questions... how did those lucky few get there, how much did it costs, did they walk up. Yay for you to experience this!
@lajulalaromers221
paaaa muy sarpado
@FrancisPowlesland
Jealous!!!! ;)
@aboveandbeyond
Thanks for having us, Cercle!
@ayanda1271
De nada!
@Cercle
❤️
@nazmazgani1843
I’ve been checking for this set daily! So happy it’s finally posted!