DJ Abstraction's Warmup Sessions

I was Lost in Sound, letting the noise drown out everything I couldn’t face.

Then Winter Took Over, and all the warmth I had clung to disappeared.

I Never Saw You Coming, sudden like thunder, beautiful like danger.

I kept walking, hoping To Find Myself somewhere far from the wreckage.

I dreamed of an Ordinary World, one without masks or silence.

Then she appeared, Natalia, with eyes full of secrets and something softer.

I looked at her and whispered, “Save Me From Myself,” and for once I meant every word.

We stepped into a Parallel Universe, where nothing had to make sense to feel real.

In her light, I found the Beauty In My Scars, and let go of shame.

I decided to begin again Today, no more waiting for life to start.

Fire stirred in my chest, the rise of a Dragon Heart long asleep.

Everything around me turned Sunlit, even the shadows began to smile.

I let go of the Black Rose, wilted and worn, the last piece of the man I used to be.

Now I run toward A Million Dreams, and every one of them feels possible.

I was falling fast,

You were the light I didn’t expect,

I wanted calm,

You were the light I didn’t expect,

I said the words

You were the light I didn’t expect,

Now I see the Beauty In My Scars,

You were the light I didn’t expect,

Tracklist:

1. DJ Abstraction - Warmup Sessions 16 Introduction
2. John O'Callagham, Haily J - Lost in Sound (Extended Mix)
3. Blueskay, Esmee Bor Stotijn - Winter Took Over 2025
4. Alan Morris, Leddra Chapman - Never Saw You Coming (Extended Mix)
5. BiXX, JSKA - To Find Myself (Extended Mix)
6. James Drymond, call me AL - Ordinary World (Extended Mix)
7. Roman Olefirenko - Natalia (Original Mix)
8. Brian Murphy - Save Me From Myself (Extended Mix)
9. Semper T. - Parallel Universe (Original Mix)
10. Susana, XiJaro & Pitch - Beauty In My Scars (Extended Mix)
11. Chris Jennings, Kym Marsh - Today (Kaimo K Extended Mix)
12. Gayax - Dragon Heart (Original Mix)
13. NX-Trance - Sunlit (2014)
14. LekSin, Yuri Melnikov - Black Rose (Extended Mix)
15. Acues - A Million Dreams (Original Mix)

🤖 Generative AI

In the interests of clarity, for anyone with strong objections to the use of generative AI, this is exactly where it was used for this episode. The track selection and the mix itself are entirely my own work.

He stood on the cliff’s edge, staring out at something Far Away.

A whisper on the wind told him, “Your Time Will Come.”

He turned, facing the crumbling ruins of the 3rd Earth, lost in memory.

A voice in the shadows beckoned him to Touch The Light, not the fear.

He breathed deeply, feeling something stir Within.

The path ahead shimmered-a New Inner Way, unlike any before.

He stepped forward, ready now to Carry Your World, not just his own.

Above him, the moon rose, silver and soft-Lunar.

They walked together under it, silent, Stargazing.

In her smile, he found A Love Like You, pure and impossible.

She showed him places Beyond Belief, where hearts could fly.

And in the end, all things returned to Unity.

Even the coldest days held warmth, like Sun In The Winter.

As the journey closed, a final note rang out-Quattro.

I was lost, staring Far Away

From the 3rd Earth we rise

Found a path, a New Inner Way

From the 3rd Earth we rise

Feel the calm under Lunar skies

From the 3rd Earth we rise

Now we’re soaring Beyond Belief

We can Touch The Light, we’ll never fall

Tracklist:

1. DJ Abstraction - Warmup Sessions 15 Introduction
2. Guava Project - Far Away (Extended Mix)
3. Cari, BiXX - Your Time Will Come (Extended Club Mix)
4. Solarstone, Scott Bond - 3rd Earth (Ehren Stowers Extended Remix)
5. Talla 2XLC - Touch The Light (Extended Mix)
6. Andrea Ribeca, Lokka Vox - Within (Extended Mix)
7. Ferry Corsten, Ruben De Ronde, NRG2000 - New Inner Way (Extended Mix)
8. ReOrder, Neil Hunter, Mari Nala - Carry Your World feat. Mari Nala (Extended Mix)
9. Sunda - Lunar (Activa Extended Remix)
10. Yelow, Aytaro - Stargazing (Extended Mix)
11. Susana, Robbie Seed, Andrew Rayel - A Love Like You (Extended Mix)
12. Daxson, JKult - Beyond Belief (Extended Mix)
13. Eximinds, Jean Clemence - Unity (Extended Mix)
14. Max Graham, Neev Kennedy - Sun In The Winter (C-Systems Extended Mix)
15. DJoy, Sergey Salekhov, Julia Violin, DJ Tony Magic - Quattro (Extended Mix)

🤖 Generative AI

In the interests of clarity, for anyone with strong objections to the use of generative AI, this is exactly where it was used for this episode. The track selection and the mix itself are entirely my own work.

Karpassia felt empty, just echoes of days gone by.

United in Dreams, but waking, I found only a lie.

Colourblind to love, chasing ghosts in the night.

Wargame of hearts-each battle, I lost the fight.

A Dream of Peace shattered with every goodbye.

A Moment in Time, I wished love would reply.

Love Story was fiction, never mine to embrace.

The Other Side of hope seemed too distant a place.

Never Be Enough, I heard as they turned away.

Fly Away, I thought, but my heart begged to stay.

Love On Breakfast, a stranger smiled, kind and true.

Snow Dream of warmth, melting as love finally grew.

For The One You Love, I let my guard fall.

You Love Again-perhaps love was real after all.

Karpassia feels like a distant dream,

A dream of peace, but I’m torn inside,

Never be enough-that’s what they said,

A dream of peace, but I’m torn inside,

For the one you love, you fight through the fear,

A dream of peace, but I’m torn inside,

Tracklist:

1. DJ Abstraction - Warmup Sessions 14 Introduction
2. Goblin feat. Miss Jude - Karpassia (Dub Mix)
3. XiJaro & Pitch, JKult - United in Dreams (Extended Mix)
4. Daniel Kandi, Dave Raval - Colourblind (Extended Mix)
5. Activa - Wargame feat. Peetu S (Original Mix)
6. Nicola Maddaloni - A Dream of Peace (Betibwe Remix)
7. Alex M.O.R.P.H, Sine Grove - A Moment in Time (Extended Mix)
8. TJAM - Love Story (Extended Mix)
9. Alan Morris - The Other Side (Extended Mix)
10. Kate Miles, Pralle & Kaul - Never Be Enough (Timo Pralle's Fear Extended Mix)
11. Asteroid, James Dust, JODIE POYE, Pharos T - Fly Away (Extended Mix)
12. Edit Crosby, Maydee Ronan - Love On Breakfast (Extended Mix)
13. Drunk Breeze, LinMou - Snow Dream (Extended Mix)
14. RAM, Roger Shah, Natalie Gioia, Allen Watts - For The One You Love 2025 (Extended Mix)
15. NyTiGen, Ria Joyse, Alexey Mushkin - You Love Again (Extended Mix)

🤖 Generative AI

In the interests of clarity, for anyone with strong objections to the use of generative AI, this is exactly where it was used for this episode. The track selection and the mix itself are entirely my own work.

I was lost & found in the endless black, drifting through space in search of a new home.

Memories turned to tears as I left Earth behind, knowing there was no return.

Waiting for night to fall, I stared out at the void, wondering if I’d made a mistake.

For now, I was safe in sound, the hum of my ship the only comfort.

A stellar flare erupted nearby, its beauty disguising the deadly radiation it carried.

Beyond the last colony, there was nothing but a void between stars, an abyss swallowing all light.

Saying goodbye forever to familiarity, I set course for the unknown.

The loneliness felt like a ghost reality, echoes of voices that were never there.

A distant signal from Ceres gave me hope-perhaps I wasn’t alone after all.

But my own fears were kryptonite, threatening to break my resolve.

Finally, after years in darkness, I saw city lights, glowing on a distant world.

A new future awaited me, one I had only dreamed of.

Through the burning storms of Mercure, I made my final descent.

And as I touched solid ground, I knew peace would come if we stay.

I was lost & found in the dark of space,

Night to fall, safe in sound,

Said goodbye forever, left my past behind,

Night to fall, safe in sound,

Through the dark, I see city lights,

Night to fall, safe in sound,

Tracklist:

1. DJ Abstraction - Warmup Sessions 13 Introduction
2. Roxanne Emery, Roman Messer - Lost & Found (Extended Mix)
3. Northern Project, Marquee, Lyd14 - Memories Turned To Tears -- In Memory of Gert Jan (Extended Dub)
4. Michael Milov, Barbie Mak, H4lo - Night To Fall (Extended Mix)
5. Jaki Nelson, Six Mists - Safe in Sound (Extended Mix)
6. Ayda - Stellar (Extended Mix)
7. Soarsonic - Void Between Stars (Extended Mix)
8. DJ T.H., Bree, Martin Drake - Goodbye Forever (Extended Mix)
9. Max Kurganov - Ghost Reality (Extended Mix)
10. Hiroyuki ODA - Ceres (Original Mix)
11. Steve Dekay - Kryptonite (Extended Mix)
12. Mori DJ/Nando CP - City Lights (Mori DJ Remix)
13. Mike Zaloxx - Future (Extended Mix)
14. Ben Stone - Mercure (Extended Mix)
15. Iant, Flund, Liliia Kysil - If We Stay (Extended Mix)

🤖 Generative AI

In the interests of clarity, for anyone with strong objections to the use of generative AI, this is exactly where it was used for this episode. The track selection and the mix itself are entirely my own work.

A Song of Remedy lingered in the stillness, soft and faint.

In quiet Resonation, the echoes of a voice grew louder.

A relentless Sea Storm tore through the fragile tether that held them.

Left adrift, untethered After the End, they parted ways.

Was it Forever, or just a guise? The question hung beneath the skies.

“I still Miss You…” whisper to the empty night.

Just a Fool, chasing shadows and signs.

An elusive Indicator glimmered, its meaning blurred.

To heal, it was necessary to Lose Control, to abandon what was once held.

And so, returned Back to Where We Started, seeking solace.

Now Seeing the Light, the path ahead appeared, clear and strong.

It was time to Believe, not in what was lost, but in what could be.

Through the Deepest Fear, the courage to move forward emerged.

And at last, they learned how to Love Again Like That, no looking back.

A Song of Remedy, whispered low,

Was it Forever, or just a guise?

I was Just a Fool, chasing signs,

Was it Forever, or just a guise?

Seeing the Light, shadows fade,

Was it Forever, or just a guise?

Through my Deepest Fear, I’ll find my track,

Tracklist:

1. DJ Abstraction - Warmup Sessions 12 Introduction
2. Super Luminal - Song of Remedy (JJ Garcia Remix)
3. SORRIN - Resonation (Extended Mix)
4. The Prestige - Sea Storm (Extended Mix)
5. Technomind - After the End 2023 (N-Rider & Jacob Peeker Remix)
6. Sevda B, Solarshift Project - Forever feat. Sevda B (Extended Mix)
7. DJT, Martin Fox - Miss You feat. Martin Fox (Extended Mix)
8. Made of Light, Zara Taylor - Just a Fool feat. Zara Taylor (Extended Mix)
9. Allen Watts - Indicator (Original Mix)
10. The Institor - Lose Control (Extended Mix)
11. G Summers, Robin McIlmoyle - Back to Where We Started (Extended Mix)
12. Joseph James (IRL) - Seeing The Light (Extended Mix)
13. Elgfrothi - Believe (Vocal Mix)
14. Nicholson, Ben Starmore - Deepest Fears (Original Mix)
15. Miyuki, Tara Louise - Love Again Like That feat. Tara Louise (Sam Laxton Extended Remix)

🤖 Generative AI

In the interests of clarity, for anyone with strong objections to the use of generative AI, this is exactly where it was used for this episode. The track selection and the mix itself are entirely my own work.

A quiet hum filled the air, growing into a force that sparked life across the land. It was the Power of Love, unseen yet undeniable, guiding all who felt its pull.

As dawn broke, the Daybreaker cast its golden light over the horizon, marking the beginning of a new journey. The warmth of its glow carried a promise of hope and renewal.

A lone wanderer returned to their Home, where memories of peace and belonging welcomed them like an old friend. But the call of adventure tugged at their heart, urging them forward.

They traveled Way Back through forgotten paths, seeking answers left behind by time. The journey was both a rediscovery of the past and a step toward the future.

With each step, they grew Stronger, their spirit tempered by trials and uncertainty. The world seemed brighter, as if it had been waiting for them to rise.

Through golden leaves on Autumn Avenue, the wanderer felt the seasons change within their soul. There was a quiet beauty in the rhythm of life moving forward.

Underneath a starlit sky, a single Cherry Blossom drifted down, a symbol of fleeting beauty. It reminded them that every moment mattered, even those that passed too quickly.

The path led to the edge of an Open Ocean, vast and full of mystery. Its endless waves whispered secrets of what lay beyond the horizon.

A flash of light caught their eye, fleeting as a Blink, but it was enough to show the way forward. The vision carried a message: trust the unseen and keep moving.

Suddenly, they felt Captured by a memory so vivid it seemed real, holding them in place. But as quickly as it came, it faded, leaving only determination in its wake.

An uneasy weight settled in their chest, the familiar grip of Anxiety. Yet they pressed on, knowing that courage wasn’t the absence of fear, but the choice to face it.

In the stillness, the Echoes in My Mind grew louder, guiding the wanderer toward clarity. Each step brought a stronger sense of purpose, as if the path had always been meant for them.

When the clouds broke, a blinding Radiance revealed the end of their journey. It was a light not just of the world, but of understanding, washing away all doubt.

In the final moment, they stood surrounded by the Shadows of Heart, both light and dark intertwined. They realized that balance was the true destination and embraced it, whole at last.

Feel the power of love, it’s calling me,

Take me home, where my heart belongs,

A cherry blossom falls, so brief, so bright,

Take me home, where my heart belongs,

In the blink of an eye, I see the way,

Radiance shines, the path is clear,

Take me home, where my heart belongs,

The power of love, still guiding me,

Tracklist:

1. DJ Abstraction - Warmup Sessions 11 Introduction
2. Airwalk3r, Solar Vision - The Power of Love (Extended Mix)
3. Talla 2xkc, Kenny Hayes - Daybreaker (Extended Mix)
4. Lost Witness, Tiff Lacey - Home feat. Tiff Lacey (Robbie Seed Extended Remix)
5. The Space Brothers, Sue McLaren - Way Back (Extended Mix)
6. Activa Feat. Julie Harrington - Stronger (Original Club Mix)
7. John O'Callaghan - Autumn Avenue (Extended Mix)
8. Alex M.O.R.P.H. - Cherry Blossom (Extended Mix)
9. Mark Sherry, Peetu S, Emma Gillespie - Open Ocean (Extended Mix)
10. Shroud, Shadow - Blink feat. Shadow (Original Mix)
11. Under Sun - Captured feat. Signum (Signum Signal Remix)
12. N-sKing - Anxiety (Extended Mix)
13. Caolan McConville - Echoes in My Mind (Extended Mix)
14. Forza:Duo - Radiance (Extended Mix)
15. A.R.D.I. - Shadows of Heart (Extended Mix)

🤖 Generative AI

In the interests of clarity, for anyone with strong objections to the use of generative AI, this is exactly where it was used for this episode. The track selection and the mix itself are entirely my own work.

It’s been a bit of a whirlwind month for me - perhaps I’ve been juggling one too many things at once. And with the US election looming large, I’ve had a relentless stream of political content popping up in my feed, mostly thanks to my own curiosity. But I wouldn’t feel right not mentioning it in this episode; it’s a critical moment globally, wherever you are. Unless, of course, you happen to be a despot millionaire or a raging bigot - though I’m fairly certain the Trance family doesn’t attract that sort! This music is all about love, unity, and a shared vibe, after all. So, here’s hoping for a blue wave and for Harris to take up the presidency. The world really doesn’t need another surge of fascism. If you’re voting, I hope you vote for Blue! If not then, well, good luck.

Right… politics aside!

I’m brainstorming new ideas for these episode descriptions, so next month’s might have a fresh twist. For now, I’ll share a few of my top picks. First up, there’s ‘Chasing Stars’ by ‘Angels & Tilove’ - those sweet vocals and driving bassline make for an incredible opener.

Another highlight is ‘Toca’s Miracle’ by ‘Talla 2XLC & Fragma’, a classic from 2000. Back then, I was just daydreaming about DJing, watching Tiesto videos, and imagining myself mixing on Pioneer CDJs. Ah, nostalgia!

Finally, there’s ‘Leave Me Again’ by ‘Siege’. It’s got that energetic bassline I can’t get enough of, topped with lush female vocals. Just my kind of vibe.

Wherever you’re tuning in from, I hope you enjoy this episode. Until next time, stay safe!

Tracklist:

1. Angels & Tilove - Chasing Stars (Vocal Mix)
2. Matthew Dreamer - Arctic Moon (Extended Mix)
3. Roman Messer, Diandra Faye - Why So Serious (Extended Mix)
4. Andy Cain, Shona Miller - These Wounds (Original Mix)
5. Alan Morris - Think Twice (Extended Mix)
6. Talla 2xlc, Fragma - Toca's Miracle (Extended Mix)
7. Guava Project - Way Of Life (Extended Mix)
8. Elgfrothi - Disbelive (Original Mix)
9. Divaiz, Mikhail Tseslyuk - Past Away (Extended Mix)
10. Siege - Leave Me Again
11. DJ X-Plosiv - Trance Collider (Extended Mix)
12. Jason Gray, Coulson (UK) - Give Me A Reason (Extended Mix)
13. Ashandra - Overworking (Extended Mix)
14. Inversed - Sorrows Kiss (Original Mix)

🤖 Generative AI

In the interests of clarity, for anyone with strong objections to the use of generative AI, this is exactly where it was used for this episode. The track selection and the mix itself are entirely my own work.

This month’s mix takes a slightly different direction, leaning more into instrumental territory but still accented by some standout vocal tracks, before closing with a heavy-hitting finale.

We kick things off with one of my all-time favourites, “You Belong To Me” by Bobina, featuring the captivating vocals of Betsie Larkin. It’s a version I hadn’t heard before, but its energetic tempo sets the perfect tone to start this journey.

A track worth highlighting is “Reach for the Stars” by Darren Porter, XiJaro & Pitch. The breakdown that introduces the melody is simply breathtaking; one of those moments that gives you chills.

Further along, track 11, “Miss You” by Craig Connelly, stands out with its gorgeous vocals by Alina Renae. This one hits hard emotionally and feels like the perfect high point before diving into two heavier tracks by David Forbes.

Wherever you are, I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did putting it together!

Tracklist:

1. Bobin, Betsie Larkin - You Belong To Me (Jorn Van Deynhoven Remix)
2. Josh Ferrin - Pangaea (Extended Mix)
3. U-G - Brand New Sky (Extended Mix)
4. Bryan Kearney - You Will Never Be Forgotten (Lostly Remix)
5. Darren Porter, XiJaro & Pitch - Reach for the Stars (Original Mix)
6. Asteroid, Transaphonic - Bioluminescent (Extended Mix)
7. Chris Element, Charles Tsai - Common Ground (Extended Mix)
8. Amos & Riot Night, Connor Woodford - Lost Forever (Original Mix)
9. Ralphie B, Frank Waanders, Collide1 - Collision (Extended Mix)
10. Talla 2xlc, Jens Lissat - The Future (Extended Mix)
11. Craig Connelly, Alina Renae, Nicholas Gunn - Miss You (Extended Mix)
12. David Forbes - Alcazar (Extended Mix)
13. David Forbes - All On You (Extended Mix)

🤖 Generative AI

In the interests of clarity, for anyone with strong objections to the use of generative AI, this is exactly where it was used for this episode. The track selection and the mix itself are entirely my own work.

As the UK summer lingers, I’m thrilled to bring you an extended episode of Warmup Sessions, packed with the latest and greatest in uplifting trance. This mix isn’t just a playlist, it’s a journey through euphoric highs and pounding basslines, meticulously crafted to elevate your

I spent serious time refining this one, reworking the sequence to perfection. Along the way, I decided to slip in a timeless gem, Pagoda by Niklas Harding & Redshift, an all-time favourite of mine that still hits like a lightning bolt.

Favourites of mine would be Ashley, by Peri & Filo, featuring the amazing vocals of Aruna, one of, if not the best female Trance vocalist. Home by Coast 2 Coast, for its Techno-like, heavy basslines that leads nicely into Pagoda, one of my all time favourites.

Whether you’re driving through city lights or lost in your own space, I promise this mix will take you places. Crank up the volume, lose yourself in the sound, and enjoy the ride. Happy listening!

Tracklist:

1. Peri, Filo - Ashley feat. Aruna (Alex M.O.R.P.H Remix)
2. Bryan Kearney, Plumb Out of the Dust - Take This feat. Plumb (Extended Mix)
3. Aeon Shift - Celestial Awakening (Extended Mix)
4. DNS Project, Johanna - Mindful feat. Johanna (DNS Project Whiteglow Vocal Mix)
5. Ralphie B, Kingare, Generdyn - Destiny feat. Kingare (Extended Mix)
6. Adam Szydlik - Deloit (Extended Mix)
7. Coast 2 Coast, Discovery - Home feat. Discovery (Maarten de Jong Extended Remix)
8. Niklas Harding & Redshift - Pagoda (Leon Boiler Remix)
9. Dayana, James Dust - Strong feat. Dayana (Extended Mix)
10. Mike Beaumont - Outside Looking In (Extended Mix)
11. Asteroid, Lightstate - Universe Within Us (Extended Mix)
12. Cora, Ghost Etiquette - Swim feat. Cora (Extended Mix)
13. Stoneface & Terminal - Sun & Soul (Extended Mix)

🤖 Generative AI

In the interests of clarity, for anyone with strong objections to the use of generative AI, this is exactly where it was used for this episode. The track selection and the mix itself are entirely my own work.

It’s the height of summer in the UK, and we have had some amazing weather lately, so what perfect a time to spend inside, in the shade, with the fans on full blast, mixing up some top new trance music for the next episode of Warmup Sessions.

I’ve compiled another selection of 12 new trance releases and mixed them into a high energy set for your enjoyment. It’s another mix of instrumental and vocal trance, my current preference at the moment. My favourite instrumental tracks in the mix are Blueberry by Forion, the melody along with that driving bassline is awesome, and Teshio by Laucco with it’s euphoric, uplifting melody. My favourite vocal track of the mix is the opening track, All I Know by NELLY TGM & Alex Drane.

Wherever you’re listening from, enjoy!

Tracklist:

1. NELLY TGM, Alex Drane - All I Know (Extended Mix)
2. Brent Rix - For You (Extended Mix)
3. Doppenberg, Frank Spector - ETERNITY (Extended Mix)
4. Talla 2xlc, Alpha Breed - Beyond The Moon (Extended Mix)
5. Forion - Blueberry (Extended Mix)
6. Db Mokk, DNY'L - Lie Smile Fly (Extended Mix)
7. James Dust - Close To The Edge (Extended Mix)
8. Laucco - Teshio (Extended)
9. U-G - Keep Running (Original Mix)
10. 3KM - Monsoon (ASTEROID Remix)
11. MakeFlame - The Raving Reality (Extended Mix)
12. Talla 2xlc, DJ Sakin - Nomansland (Extended Mix)

🤖 Generative AI

In the interests of clarity, for anyone with strong objections to the use of generative AI, this is exactly where it was used for this episode. The track selection and the mix itself are entirely my own work.