About this album
Where they were
Released on July 15, 2003, 'Rush' was Darude's third studio album, following the massive success of his debut 'Before the Storm' in 1999. At this point in his career, Darude was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the trance scene, aiming to build upon the international acclaim from his hit single 'Sandstorm'.
Why it matters
'Rush' features several tracks that became staples in dance clubs worldwide, showcasing Darude's signature sound. The album debuted at number one on the Finnish Albums Chart and received positive reviews for its energetic production, further cementing Darude's influence in the electronic dance music landscape.
Essential tracks
- "Rush" — The title track exemplifies the high-energy sound that characterized the album, merging soaring synths with relentless beats.
- "Sandstorm (radio edit)" — This iconic track became synonymous with early 2000s trance music and remains one of Darude's most recognizable songs worldwide.
- "Feel the Beat (radio edit)" — 'Feel the Beat' captures the essence of Darude's production style, featuring infectious hooks and a driving rhythm that energizes listeners.
Release Date
July 15, 2003
Artist Origin
Finland
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Music (Bostik radio edit) 3:32
- 2 Next to You (remix radio edit) 3:58
- 3 Bitter Sweet 6:08
- 4 Serendipity 6:11
- 5 Healing 6:58
- 6 Rush 6:16
- 7 Drive 5:08
- 8 Passing By 5:52
- 9 Obsession 6:27
- 10 Ranta 5:19
- 11 Music (original) 7:19
- 12 Next to You (original vocal mix) 7:34
Disc 2
- 1 Sandstorm (Superchumbo's Sandy Storm) 8:32
- 2 Sandstorm (Jan Driver remix) 6:12
- 3 Sandstorm (radio edit) 3:46
- 4 Feel the Beat (Robbie Rivera's Tribal Sessions mix) 8:05
- 5 Feel the Beat (Robbie Rivera's Wicked Twisted dub) 7:02
- 6 Feel the Beat (radio edit) 4:19
- 7 Out of Control (JS16 remix) 7:06
- 8 Music (Megara vs. DJ Lee remix) 6:09
