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Vini Vici Breathe New Life Into iiO’s 2001 Classic, “Rapture”
Vini Vici have turned back the clock to 2001, breathing new life into a timeless dance anthem. The superstar Israeli duo have taken iiO’s “Rapture” for a spin, producing an electrifying remix befit for the world’s biggest festival stages. The track was released back in 2001 before featuring as the lead single from their debut studio album, Poetica. They say if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. So Vini Vici naturally went the psytrance route here, producing a vibrant ode to iiO that doubles as a hands-up anthem. Just like they did in their recent take on The Beloved’s 1993 club classic “Sweet Harmony,” the duo pays homage to the original while revamping it with their signature, heart-racing sound. And if one thing is clear, it’s that N...
Alok’s “Rapture” Flip Captures the Nostalgia of iiO’s Original With a Slap House Twist
In 2001, American recording duo iiO released the electronic song “Rapture,” which became an instant club hit. The tune was a commercial success and even managed to chart inside the top 50 on the US Billboard Hot 100. Most importantly, “Rapture” became a rave classic. Brazilian superstar Alok has now kicked off 2021 with an infectious cover of the time-honored single. Joining forces on rework is Irish singer, producer, and DJ Daniel Blume, who provides fresh vocals. “Rapture” also marks the latest release on CONTROVERSIA, a label Alok launched in June 2019 that focuses on showcasing emerging global talent. Alok’s “Rapture” flip captures the nostalgia of the original song with a slap house twist. The pulsing drop is a danceable fusion of energetic ch...
