One of the most exciting new sounds in trance is the brainchild of San Francisco producer Gene Xander. Residing in Florida, eclectic as his influences may be, he’s honed in on a style now sought after by the genre’s esteemed tastemakers. He takes on modern style of Trance and combines it sounds and melodies that brings on a feeling of nostalgia to the listeners. His has released on labels such as: Addictive Sounds, Legendary Alter Ego Music, Markus Schulz Coldharbour Recordings, Paul Oakenfold’s Perfecto (Black Hole Recordings), and OHM Music. 
 After making a name for himself via imprints like Addictive Sounds and Alter Ego Records, the Ukrainian talent debuted on Perfecto Records with his 2018 single, “Final Contact.” He enjoys no victory alone, though. Not one to take the notion of trance family lightly, he credits the community of artists and fans around him as the driving force in his success. 
 With each subsequent track, Gene Xander explores as yet uncharted depths within his contemplative cross section of the electronic music spectrum. He treats every release as an opportunity to build new bonds in the scene, humbly connecting with his audience on a level uncommon of most artists. 
 One thing is for certain: Gene Xander is in the middle of his breakthrough as a DJ and producer. With this star on the rise, any trance fan would do well to watch him closely in the coming years of his career.