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About The Track
Paul van Dyk’s Physical Mix of How Much Can You Take? (under his Visions of Shiva alias) is a trance classic first released in 1993. Crafted alongside Cosmic Baby, this track helped define early melodic trance with its expressive piano motifs and propulsive energy.
Running around six minutes, the remix opens with a steady beat and rolling bassline that instantly pulls you into its groove. Ethereal pads and subtly evolving synth layers build an atmospheric backdrop while melodies dance over the rhythm with emotional precision. Vocal samples are sparse and abstract, adding texture rather than lyrical presence.
Midway, the remix shifts into a reflective breakdown where filtered tones and piano-driven ambience temporarily calm the rhythm. When the beat returns, it does so with heightened drive, and melodic layers evolve toward a euphoric second half—a journey that blends emotional depth with steady trance pulse.
Known among fans as one of the standout early van Dyk works, the Physical Mix remains a timeless piece cherished for its blend of subtlety, warmth, and restrained intensity. It’s a key artifact from the early ’90s trance era and a favorite among classic trance listeners.
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