Showtek – FTS

This track has become such a phenomenon in the club culture, especially since it's a hardstyle track. Living in a country where electronic music is shoved aside save for the obvious house and dance(core) hits, it's impressive to see a hardstyle track making a bit of a fuzz, mainly thanks to the rebellious lyrics.

The funny thing though is that even though the vocals are what made this track famous, they're not completely original since they're based on the vocals from Vinylgroover & The Red Hed - Live For The Weekend. The FTS vocals are obviously longer and the MC talks about other things, but the general premise and some entire sections are taken straight from the older hardtrance track.

Still, the Showtek track is a good one, and pretty much stays true to the hardstyle roots. I just wished more people knew where the vocals came from.

This track was a massive dancefloor hit all over the world. A1 is the more club mix, which gained popularity. Every time a DJ plays this, fans all over the dancefloor can relate. The kick is hard and the melody is simple yet effective. The vocals are insane as well. No idea who the MC was. No credit was given. I still play this one year after its official release date and it still makes the kids move. Props to Showtek for making a Hardstyle anthem!