ATB - Future Memories [2009] [FLAC] [7L]

ATB - Future Memories - release date 01/May/2009 "Two years might sound like a long time to produce an album. But I spent roughly the same amount of time on "Future Memories" as on my previous LPs", André explains. The methodology was different this time around, however. "Unlike the last album, which was very much based on classic songwriting and real instruments, "Future Memories" has more of a focus on keyboards and synthesizers again. I wanted to get back to my roots in electronic sounds," ATB continues. Of course, both André Tanneberger and his music have developed further, adding new, refined touches to the classic ATB sound. Tempo is of the essence on the new recordings, raising the bar higher than ever for a trance album. Hence "Future Memories" features four tracks which clock in at over 165 beats per minute. Anyone who thinks this signals a departure into hardcore or techno by ATB would be mistaken. In spite of their high speed, these songs still have that essential ATB soul. Meanwhile, "Future Memories" also serves up a number of ATB tracks as the fans know and love them - indeed the sound which has won ATB so many loyal fans over the years. The tracks registering over 165 bpm are there to get people to think more deeply about the album, as André explains "controversy makes it more interesting, it gets listeners to engage with the album more intensely". He's certainly achieved that with flying colours, judging by the heated debate in forums in advance of the release already. "Future Memories" contains 26 tracks on two CDs. One with driving, melodic club music, the other in a more ambient style. "On my other albums I used the 2nd CD to show my fans another side of ATB. Same again with "Future Memories". I love ambient music, love listening to it and producing songs in the genre, I find it enjoyable and relaxing. Most of these songs were created at home in a more intimate environment" ATB points out. It goes without saying that André has collaborated with other artists for the new album. This has been one of his trademarks over the past decade. This time, there are songs with Roberta Carter Harrison, Haley and Josh Gallahan, no strangers to connoisseurs of earlier ATB records. Betsie Larkin and Aruna are two brand new guests on the album. Fans of ATB's instrumental tracks will also find plenty to keep them happy.

CD 01


01 ATB - L.A. Nights (4:33)
02 ATB - What About Us (5:36)
03 ATB - Swept Away (6:42)
04 ATB - A New Day (5:01)
05 ATB - My Everything (5:06)
06 ATB - Summervibes With 9PM (5:31)
07 ATB - Gravity (5:58)
08 Josh Gallahan - Luminescence (4:31)
09 Flanders - Behind (4:01)
10 ATB - Future Memories (5:58)
11 ATB - Still Here (5:36)
12 ATB - My Saving Grace (4:09)
13 ATB - Terra 260273 (5:49)
14 Jades - Communicate (4:05)


CD 02


01 ATB - Talismanic (5:39)
02 ATB - Missing (4:15)
03 ATB - Horizon (6:15)
04 ATB - Voices (4:35)
05 Flanders - Behind (ATB's Ambient Version) (3:02)
06 Apple & Stone - Authentic Reaction (3:52)
07 ATB - Careless (6:56)
08 ATB - Twilight (5:48)
09 ATB - Listen To Me (4:06)
10 ATB - Living Life Over (5:33)
11 ATB - Silent Meaning (5:35)
12 ATB - Malibu Road (4:24)