First State, initially the solo project of Dutch DJ and producer Sander van Dien and later a collaboration with Shane Halcon and other artists, has been a notable name in the trance and progressive house music scenes. The project gained prominence with van Dien's breakthrough track "Falling" in 2007, which featured Anita Kelsey’s vocals and became a club hit, setting the stage for a successful career that spans over a decade. First State is known for captivating melodies and an ability to infuse emotional energy into electronic music, winning over fans across the globe.

With a discography that has evolved through the years, First State's more recent releases continue to showcase their adaptability and enduring appeal in the electronic music world. Their works such as "Megalith" and "Children Of The Masai" exemplify their bold approach to sound design, while tracks like "Underneath My Skin" and "Brave" display their talent for crafting anthemic tunes with compelling vocal performances. Remixes play an integral role in First State's oeuvre, as seen in the reimaginations of their own tracks, such as the haunting "Falling (Craig Connelly Remix)" and "Cygnes (First State & Ferry Tayle Remixes)," demonstrating their ability to revisit and reinvent their music to continually surprise and satisfy their audience.

Genres

Dutch Trance

Progressive House

Progressive Trance

Trance

Uplifting Trance

Latest Release

Falling (Craig Connelly Remix)

First State

Single - Released November 25, 2022