Ferry Corsten biography
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Ferry Corsten: A Trance Pioneer
Summary:
Exploring the life and prolific career of trance producer Ferry Corsten, famous for his multiple aliases and iconic productions.
Keywords:
Ferry Corsten, Trance, Veracocha, Vimana, Starparty, System F, Moonman, Pulp Victim, Albion, Gouryella, Discodroids
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Born on December 4, 1973, in Rotterdam, Netherlands, Ferry Corsten began his musical journey in the Dutch hardcore "gabber" scene. However, it wasn't long before he shifted his focus to house and trance, releasing captivating tracks under various monikers.
One of his initial releases was "The Show" under the name Discodroids, a collaboration with Peter Nijborn. The B-side featured "Interspace," a promising trancer that hinted at Corsten's future direction. "Interspace" was eventually re-released as a standalone single.
In 1997, Corsten gained attention with "Galaxia" under the alias Moonman. Known for its big chords, breakdowns, and synth sounds, it became a staple on mix CDs, establishing him as a notable producer. The track was re-released in 2000 with expanded mixes.
The year 1999 marked a pivotal moment in Corsten's career. During this time, his tracks dominated trance compilations, with standout productions like "Out Of The Blue" by System F, "The World" by Pulp Victim, and "I'm In Love" by Starparty.
Corsten also engaged in successful collaborations, pairing with Tiësto as Gouryella for the iconic track "Gouryella," and with Vincent De Moor under the name Veracocha for the massive hit "Carte Blanche."
Among his many achievements that year, his remix of William Orbit's version of "Adagio For Strings," originally by Barber, stood out. Transforming it into an emotionally powerful trance anthem, Corsten skillfully intertwined melancholy strings with uplifting synths.
His contributions earned him the title of "Producer of the Year" at the Ericsson Muzik Award in London.
As he expanded his musical repertoire, Corsten began releasing tracks under his real name, such as "Punk," an electro-breaks track that still featured his signature builds and drops.
Today, Ferry Corsten continues to make waves, producing new music while also curating the "Trance Nation" mix series for Ministry of Sound and managing his own Tsunami imprint.
Aliases:
Gouryella, Veracocha, Vimana, Starparty, System F, Moonman, Albion, Pulp Victim, Discodroids
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