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Trax Records continues its run of genre-defining releases with a stunning collaboration with Irene Michaels. “Feeling Free (D BEAT & TWOEF Remix),” a striking rework of her evocative vocal track. Originally known for her lush, poetic song writing and crossover appeal within Pop and House equally, Michaels’ latest outing embraces a more rhythm-driven identity, guided by the deft hands of Italian remix duo D BEAT and TWOEF. With two versions on offer, a tight Radio Edit and a sprawling, club-focused Extended Cut. This release bridges Irene’s melodic sensibility with a sharper, Tech-House-oriented edge.
Michaels, who earned acclaim for her 2023 Josie Award-winning single “I Like Rain” an the emotionally potent record, brings a powerful vocal performance to “Feeling Free,” layered with warm synth work and dancefloor-ready percussive engine. Her lyrical directness remains front and center, but in this version, elevated by D BEAT’s signature Italo-drive, their kinetic fusion of dub-inflected minimalism and progressive energy. Francesco Schinocca and Giuseppe Panicara (D BEAT), alongside TWOEF, strip down and rebuild the original with a club architecture in mind, underpinned by energetic arrangement tweaks and a relentless groove.
D BEAT’s rework and collaborate with Irene’s vocal talents demonstrate exactly why they’ve become standard-bearers for forward-thinking dance music. “Feeling Free” captures both a technical precision and flair for transformation, An ideal pairing with that see’s an evolution of both artists involved. Set for release on Friday, June 27, this remix package is poised to make it’s mark this summer.
