#goa 

#goa #psytrance mix w/ tracks by Astrid, Faders, Astral Projection, The Quasars, Dickster, Mad Tribe, Killerwatts etc \\\\\
goa trance popped up in the late '80s in goa, india, a haven for hippies and wanderers. think hypnotic beats, trippy melodies, and a blend of electronic sounds with rock vibes. this was the soundtrack of goa's eclectic party scene, shaped by globetrotters and their diverse musical influences.
steady 4/4 beats, speeds from 120 to 150 bpm, and layers of cosmic sounds define goa trance. early legends like goa gil, raja ram, and astral projection led the way. it spread like wildfire through underground raves and festivals, fueled by a vibe of peace, unity, and spiritual journeys \\\\\
psytrance, the wild child of goa trance, took off in the mid-'90s. it's all about fast beats, complex basslines, and mind-warping effects, aiming to take listeners on a full-on psychedelic trip.
this genre cranks up the tempo to 140-160 bpm, using twisted synths and glitchy textures to create an intense, otherworldly atmosphere. icons like infected mushroom, hallucinogen, and shpongle pushed psytrance to the edge.
psytrance morphed into subgenres like full-on, dark psy, progressive, and psybient, each bringing its own twist. it's still a global phenomenon, lighting up festivals like boom, ozora, and burning man, where it fuels a culture of community, creativity, and mind expansion \\\\\