Victor Ruiz - ENERGY

Internationally celebrated techno artist Victor Ruiz has enjoyed considerable success over recent years with his undeniably authentic strain of underground electronic music. A staunch contributor to the progression of the genre, Victor’s deft ear is guided by a sheer passion for evolution and artistic expression, making him one of the most dynamic contemporary talents on the circuit. Following a string of globally acclaimed releases in 2024, the Brazilian artist now unveils his most audacious body of work to date, delving into the archives of his un-released catalog – old and new – to form his latest medley of tracks, ‘This Is Not An Album’. Landing on Ruiz’s own imprint VOLTA, which now stands as techno’s fourth best-selling record label just two years after its inception.

In an era where music is often consumed with fleeting value, Ruiz challenges this notion head-on. His 8-track collection stands as a powerful statement against the conventional norms of the industry and serves as a bold, rebellious manifesto. 'This Is Not An Album' is not just a release; it is an artistic and conceptual project, deeply rooted in years of meticulous creation. The tracks – some dating back several years – have been carefully curated to form a sundried, yet cohesive body of work that defies both trends and traditional album formats, evoking a totally new listening experience for its audience.

Unlike conventional album arrangements, ‘This Is Not An Album’ represents Victor’s keen enthusiasm towards a plethora of genres, promising a slice of ear candy for each and every listener. Hosting sensibilities across the techno spectrum – from melodic, emotive and groovy, to the deep, dark and hypnotic depths of the genre – the mosaic of cuts aims to provoke a reaction from its audience that goes far beyond that of a commercialist music release. 
 
The release date for this collection - August 8, 2024 - also holds significance to its narrative; another intriguing facet to this conceptually-driven, artistic opus. Featuring 8 tracks, released on the 8th, and with the sum of 2024 amounting to 8, Victor sought to imbue his music with a sense of intentionality and depth, offering his listeners a meaningful and memorable experience tied to the alignment of numbers.
 
"This release is my way of pushing back against the transient nature of today’s music industry," says Ruiz. "I wanted to create something that would stand the test of time, that people could connect with on a deeper level. 'This Is Not An Album' is my revolt to a scene that often prioritizes quick hits over lasting impact.” He continues, “People may think that this has been a very elaborate project but it’s not. I just felt like releasing 8 tracks out of the blue and funnily enough the date aligned perfectly. I hope you enjoy.”
 
Victor Ruiz, known for his profound and immersive techno soundscapes, has crafted this collection to transcend the boundaries of commercialism and return to the liberative roots of dance music. 'This Is Not An Album' is not aimed at mainstream success; rather, it is a passionate expression of Ruiz’s artistic vision. Each track is a testament to his dedication to creating music that is enduring, evocative and deeply personal.
 
Fans and newcomers alike can expect a sonic journey that is thought-provoking, exhilarating and perhaps, at times, confusing. 'This Is Not An Album' encapsulates the essence of Victor Ruiz’s innovative spirit, producing with pure intent and unbridled creativity to deliver a listening experience that is as profound as it is joyously rebellious.

[gabipazzi]

This track is actually a prayer to listen to every day!

[RoninSpirit]

if everything is made of energy and energy is neither created or destroyed, then all things already exists in an energetic and vibrational state. Recognizing this truth is the secret to manifestation. When you desire something it already belongs on an energetic plan. If you can experience its energy, the feeling of it, you possess it. Persist in this sensation, this potent energy, and observe as it morphs from waveform to particle, the etherial energy to tangible matter, feel the reality of what you want and stay in that feeling until you see it in your reality.

Se tudo é feito de energia e energia não é criada nem destruída, então todas as coisas já existem em um estado energético e vibracional. Reconhecer essa verdade é o segredo para a manifestação. Quando você deseja algo, isso já pertence a um plano energético. Se você pode experimentar sua energia, a sensação disso, você o possui. Persista nessa sensação, nessa energia potente, e observe enquanto ela se transforma de uma onda para uma partícula, da energia etérea para a matéria tangível. Sinta a realidade do que você quer e permaneça nesse sentimento até vê-lo em sua realidade.

[spudanky]

Crazy how I'm decades deep on Techo and tracks like these continue to amaze! 🔥😍

Acá estoy, en mi auto, solo, en el estacionamiento de un evento de Carl Cox, antes de entrar. Spotify me recomendó esta canción y creo que ha sido la mejor previa a lo que se viene. Cambio y fuera.

[liampottie]

I'm going to play this in my set this weekend. This is going to go off! 🥵

[tstrnbrg]

If everything is made of energy and energy is neither created nor destroyed, then all things already exist in a vibrational and energetic state.
Recognizing this truth is the secret to manifestation. When you desire something, it already belongs to you on an energetic plane. If you can experience its energy, the feeling of it, you possess it.
Persist in this sensation, this potent energy and observe as it morphs from wave form to particle, from ethereal energy to tangible matter. Feel the reality of what you want and stay in that feeling until you see it in your reality.

[nicolewinter]

loved it from the first second I heard it🤩👏🏻

[truthandfiction]

Does anyone know where those lyrics are sampled from?

[Chicknluvver]

Where are the lyrics sampled from? Sounds like Russell Crowe

[mayraavila]

Does anyone have the lyrics, I dont understand what he says “persist in this sensation, this potent energy
and observe as it morphs from waveform to particle
from ethereal energy to I can’t understand the last word.