If you haven’t yet been baptized by the buoyant sounds of DJ Piscine, now is the time to wade in. Behind this aquatic alias is Brussels-based sonic architect Maximilian De Vos—a producer, DJ, and founding member of the DJ collective echte ra. When he’s not submerged in the Belgian underground or conjuring grooves as part of the duo The Haze, DJ Piscine is swimming deep into the waters of electronic euphoria, and “Born Again” is his latest, shimmering surface breach.
From the first few bars, “Born Again” opens like sunlight refracting on water—bright, buoyant, and full of movement. There’s an immediate pulse, an irresistible throb that anchors the track with intention. It’s electronic music that doesn’t just ask you to dance—it dares you to feel something while doing it.
Vocally, DJ Piscine achieves a rare balance: playful yet emotionally charged. The vocal layering is delightfully intricate, almost like voices bouncing off tiled pool walls, creating a dreamy reverb that lingers just long enough to make an impact. There’s a nostalgic thread woven through the delivery—a nod to millennial pop sensibilities that made acts like Robyn or Röyksopp so beloved. But here, Piscine doesn’t copy; he elevates. His performance walks the line between celebration and self-reflection, making “Born Again” both a dance-floor filler and a late-night revelation.
The production is where DJ Piscine’s meticulous studio time shines through. Every synth stab and percussive snap lands with precision. The textures are glossy without being gaudy, and the transitions flow like a smooth dive from tempo into tempo. There’s a warmth in the low-end that holds everything together—like a heartbeat under water—while the top end sparkles with just enough shimmer to keep things feeling fresh and fizzy.
Thematically, “Born Again” lives up to its name. It captures that elusive moment of personal renewal—the kind that can happen at 2 AM on a crowded dance floor or during a solitary headphone session. It’s fun, yes. But it’s also profound in its lightness, delivering a sense of emotional elevation that feels earned rather than engineered.
In a world flooded with formulaic club tracks, DJ Piscine dives deeper. “Born Again” isn’t just a song—it’s a sensation. And with this release, Maximilian De Vos doesn’t just make waves. He becomes the tide.
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