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Crypsis: The Best 5 Tracks RANKED!
Working under the Minus is More label, Grzegorz Luzynski AKA Crypsis is a Dutch-Polish rawstyle DJ and producer. He was first discovered by the hardstyle legend Luna who took him under his wing and made him the raw hardstyle star he is today.
Fascinated by Crypsis’s unique take on hardstyle, Luna suggested a collaboration that ended up giving us the magnificent E.P. called “Choices”.
Crypsis is known for his progressive, raw and energetic musical style, and for his original live shows that set the roof on fire (metaphorically speaking, of course). And most importantly, he cares about his fans and what they like. He said once in an interview that he, as a DJ and producer, didn’t get to choose which music was “cool” or not, because in the end, it was all about his fans and whether they liked what he made or not. Him caring about his fans’ opinion that much is what helped him gain a huge fan-base, not only in Europe, but all over the world.
After his albums ‘Statement of Intent’ in 2009 and ‘Cryptology’ in 2012, Crypsis established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the rawstyle scene and as Minus is More’s front soldier and one of their most important producers.
Today, you will get to discover Crypsis’s 5 most popular tracks ever. Get ready, because you will be dancing A LOT!
- Program Hostile:
We’re starting with a pretty dark collaboration here, with Crypsis and MC Nolz. This is a track that starts strong and end the same way, leaving you banging your head even after you’re done listening to it. The dark side of it adds a shade of mystery to an already noir track.
- Bathe In Blood:
No, Crypsis is not trying to turn you into a psycho murderer who could bathe in their victims’ blood. This is metaphorical, y’all! This track is fast and you can truly feel the raw side in it. We imagine this being played in a party where everyone is wearing fantastically creepy Jason masks. It just gives off this kind of nicely disturbing vibes.
- Lost In The Mist:
This track starts on the conventional side, and just when you’re getting used to it, it hits you with a mix of opera and Asian sounds, which is a testimony of how inventive Crypsis can be with his art.
- Kill For The Thrill:
And once again, this is metaphorical y’all! Don’t go murdering people in the streets, even if you feel like this track is definitely killer!
- Say My Name:
This feels like a Beaking Bad reference, but sadly, it isn’t. What is it though is a sick track that will make you mooove!
This last September, Crypsis released his latest album at Supremacy 2016, and as always, it didn’t disappoint! He has now more die-hard fans than ever, and he impresses with his original style and progressive tracks.
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Fresh Hardstyle Arena: Raw and Disorder Review
By: Brandon “CabZ” Caballero
Follow me on Twitter at @BrandonCabZ
Fresh Entertainment is no stranger to bringing the Harder Styles to their fans. Over the years, they have hosted countless parties featuring some of the leading artists in hard dance music, and can boast multiple international DJ premiers in the USA. On Saturday September 17, 2016, Fresh struck Los Angeles with their third installment of Hardstyle Arena, this time with a RAW twist to their lineup! Hosted by MC Sik-Wit-It, Hardstyle Arena: Raw and Disorder featured westcoast talents Keiji and Dyverse, Italian Hardstyle legend Tatanka (LA premier), and Dutch artists Endymion, and Crypsis (US premier).
One of the things I admire about Fresh is their willingness to take chances, as well as listen to their fans. This was best demonstrated by booking the first headliner of the night, Keiji, who after being nominated by fans in a Facebook poll, was selected to be apart of the lineup. Keiji brought a great warm-up vibe to the crowd and really played a great set, I look forward to many great things to come from Keiji in the future!
Following Keiji was LA duo Dyverse. Dyverse joined forces with host MC Sik-Wit-It to create the anthem for the show, aptly named Raw and Disorder. As Dyverse finished up their set Union was abuzz with what was to come, and the energy in the crowd pointed to a good night to come. The massive sound system had been getting louder, and Fresh’s upgraded laser systems had kicked on, hypnotizing the sold out crowd. In typical Fresh fashion, go-go dancers took the stage throughout the night wearing burlesque costumes and sending sparks flying off their bodies with metal grinders! One final detail that didn’t go unnoticed to myself was a massive a banner announcing HARDSTYLE ARENA hanging over the crowd.
Following Dyverse, the Italian Hardstyle legend Tatanka took to the stage for his much anticipated first LA performance. Tatanka had previously played in the US at Las Vegas’s EDC in 2014, but due to unfortunate circumstances had a shortened set. Tatanka was determined to deliver and was active on social media with fans prior to the show, asking which of his tracks fans would like to hear him play. He dropped a diverse track selection of classics, including Afrika and Shine Again, and gradually mixed in more and more raw tracks, such as Wild Motherfuckers – Wild Wild West. Raw and Disorder was in full effect. Up next, Endymion brought their Nightbreed flavor to the crowd reigning down screeches and kick rolls teasing both their Hardstyle fans and even working some hardcore into their set, Gladiator being the highlight of their set for myself.
Last up for the night was the Main MF himself, Crypsis, making his USA premier! Crypsis has been due to the US for years now in my opinion, and I think his set proves why. He brought the Minus is More sound to the US and definitely left the crowd in Disorder, closing with Break Down Low Minus Militia hardcore edit.
Overall Fresh delivered an all-star lineup, and created an environment filled with passionate Hardstyle fans, banging beats, and good vibes. I had the opportunity to speak with Fresh’s Operations and Marketing Coordinator, Sherief Zakher, who had this to say to about the night:
“We just want to say thank you so much to all the fans, because of you, Hardstyle Arena was an amazing night filled with great vibes, love, and banging beats! We always say ‘join the movement’ and you guys are the movement. Thank you so much for your passion and energy!”
If you couldn’t make it to Hardstyle Arena, or you just need to re-dose on your hardstyle, Fresh has you covered with their upcoming show October 15th with the 2nd Los Angeles installment of Keeping the Rave Alive– featuring Mark Breeze, Kutski, Zany, and another US premier artist, Dr. Rude. Even more exciting news from Fresh, be on the lookout for their Winterfresh show on December 3rd where they announced at the end of Hardstyle Arena will feature DJ Thera (US Premier) and Partyraiser.
