Trance Wax Stirs Emotions on 'Hold On 2 U' EP

Trance Wax shows off his signature blend of emotion-fueled melodies, analog textures, and more throughout his first-ever EP to land on Dreamstate Records.

Those who have yearned for a proper taste of trance in recent years have flocked to the soundscapes that Trance Wax has created. This project from the mind of Gary McCartney, who also produces under the Ejeca alias, first surfaced in 2016 as a vinyl-only series, but has since become a celebrated live act while releasing on major labels like Armada Music and Anjunabeats. Now, after taking the stage at EDC Las Vegas and Dreamstate SF this year, Trance Wax has found a new label to call home, Dreamstate Records.

Late last year, Trance Wax dropped “Feel Your Love” with Katy Alex, a stunning trance tune that harkens back to past eras of the genre while incorporating beautiful vocals and warm analog elements along the way. This track would become the first taste of what’s now been revealed on the Hold On 2 U EP, a five-track collection that oozes emotion and energy.

This year saw Trance Wax continue to press on toward the EP’s release with two other stunning singles, “Your Fantasy” and “Neva Let You Go.” The former sees breathy female vocals with memorable hooks glide over its synth melodies, while the latter acts as a past-meets-present ride with its own blend of vocal stabs and rave elements that dominate the soundscape.

The EP’s two new singles are also sublime. “Hold On 2 U” marries shuffling percussion and emotion-fueled vocals with a flourish of Eurodance elements to make it stand tall. Meanwhile, “E” is a perfect pick-me-up, delivering kicks that thud forward with pitched vocals and acid synths that will leave you feeling like you’re spiraling out on a trip—but in the best way, of course.

Listen to the Hold On 2 U EP on Spotify or your preferred streaming service, and stay tuned for more from Trance Wax by following his social media channels.