Vicetone

Vicetone is a Dutch electronic music duo consisting of Ruben den Boer and Victor Pool, who are childhood friends from Groningen, Netherlands. They began producing music together in 2012, quickly gaining attention for their melodic and energetic sound. Their shared passion for a wide range of music, from dance music pioneers like Tiësto to artists like Eminem and Justin Timberlake, influenced their creative direction. The duo officially formed Vicetone after meeting in high school and discovering their mutual love for electronic music.

Career Highlights

In their early years, Vicetone garnered recognition for their remixes of popular tracks by artists such as Adele, Maroon 5, and Zedd. They signed with Monstercat in 2012, releasing their well-received single "Heartbeat" featuring Collin McLoughlin. This was followed by releases on prominent labels including Spinnin' Records, Protocol Recordings, and Ultra Records. Their collaboration with Nicky Romero, "Let Me Feel," topped the Beatport charts in 2014.

A significant moment in their career came in 2020 when their 2014 remix of Tony Igy's "Astronomia" became a global phenomenon as part of the "coffin dance" internet meme. This brought them widespread international recognition. The duo has performed at major festivals worldwide, including Ultra Music Festival and TomorrowWorld. In 2021, they released their debut album, "Legacy," which represents their core sound of energy, melody, and emotion.

Musical Style and Influences

Vicetone's sound is primarily described as progressive house, electro house, and melodic house. Their music is known for its powerful drums, uplifting melodies, and catchy vocal hooks. They draw inspiration from a variety of artists, including Avicii and Swedish House Mafia. Their approach is to create music that feels right to them, rather than conforming to trends, which they believe has contributed to the longevity of their career and the popularity of tracks like "Nevada."

Notable Releases

• Astronomia (2014 Remix): A collaboration with Tony Igy that gained massive viral fame.
• Nevada (feat. Cozi Zuehlsdorff, 2016): A major streaming hit with hundreds of millions of streams.
• Let Me Feel (with Nicky Romero, 2014): A Beatport #1 hit.
• Walk Thru Fire (feat. Meron, 2018): A significant collaboration showcasing their ability to blend electronic and dance music.
• Legacy (2021): Their debut full-length album.

Recent Activities

Vicetone continues to release new music, with recent tracks including "The World Has A Heartbeat" and "Dopamine Junkie" in 2023. They have also founded their own record label, Departed Records, to have more artistic freedom. A unique recent project is "Project V," a live event in Asia where they perform with local musicians who use traditional Chinese instruments to reimagine their songs.