- Open Your Eyes -original Mix... Fixed — V3nom -by Marlo-

When the drop hits, the hard trance influence takes full control. A staccato synth lead—sharp, biting, and LFO-driven—plays a hypnotic arpeggio over the distorted kick. There is no complex melody to hum in the car. Instead, "Open Your Eyes" offers a rhythmic mantra. The energy is linear; it builds, peaks, and stays there, drilling the phrase into your subconscious until the very last bar.

Open Your Eyes (Original Mix) Artist: V3NOM (by MaRLo) Genre: Tech-Trance / Psy-Trance / Uplifting Trance

"V3NOM -by MaRLo- - Open Your Eyes -Original Mix" stands as a testament to MaRLo's skill and creativity. From its inception, the track was envisioned as a piece that would not only showcase technical proficiency but also convey a deep sense of emotion. MaRLo's approach to music production is characterized by his meticulous attention to detail and his passion for storytelling through sound.

While MaRLo has spent nearly two decades dominating mainstages with his high-energy tech-trance sound, V3NOM represents something darker, faster, and unapologetically raw. The flagship release that defines this project is the incendiary — a record that doesn't just ask for your attention; it demands you bear witness to a revolution in BPM. V3NOM -by MaRLo- - Open Your Eyes -Original Mix...

Clocking in at approximately 154 BPM , the track is characterized by bone-crushing kicks and relentless, rave-fueled synths.

Rating: 7.5/10 (Strong DJ Tool)

For years, MaRLo has been a dominant force in the trance scene, famous for his "Tech Energy" sound that bridges melodic trance and driving techno. However, as his sets began incorporating more aggressive hardstyle elements, he felt the need for a dedicated outlet. When the drop hits, the hard trance influence

In the ever-evolving landscape of modern trance and techno, artists often hide behind the safety of genre conformity. Every once in a while, a producer sheds that skin, dons a mask of pure sonic aggression, and delivers a track that feels less like a song and more like a manifesto. Enter , the enigmatic alter ego of Australian-Dutch trance titan MaRLo .

The bassline in "Open Your Eyes" is not melodic; it is psychological. Utilizing a Reese-style low-end modulated with phasing filters, the bass moves from a low rumble to a mid-range squelch. This creates a sense of unease and forward momentum. It’s the sound of a train entering a tunnel at full speed.

For aspiring trance and techno producers, serves as a masterclass in tension management. Notice how MaRLo uses negative space. In the second drop, he removes the kick drum for half a beat before slamming it back in, creating a "triplet feel" that disorients the dancer just before the groove resumes. Instead, "Open Your Eyes" offers a rhythmic mantra

The track represents the "V3NOM" project's focus on styles. Key characteristics include:

that remains recognizable as his work through anthemic melodies. Dancing Astronaut Remixes and Releases