Darude’s ‘Sandstorm’ is epic. The 1999 techno track basically went viral before “viral” was a thing; part of its official release was being uploaded to mp3.com, where it was set to spread like wildfire. It’s a track we all know and love, or love to hate depending on who you are. Some may see it as a gateway track into EDM, others may see it as an obnoxious bane to the scene (it’s even considered a meme nowadays). But really, be honest with yourself, it’s a living legend. “But this track is 15 years old, that’s like 1000 years old in the music industry, it’s long dead.” Wrong! Australian duo, Peking Duk, has made headlines around the world after dropping ‘Sandstorm’ at Stereosonic 2014. Behold:
Look at that crowd! The energy there was on a whole ‘nother level. And that’s sorta the whole point behind the track: stir up endless spools of energy, draw out smiles, get people to let loose and have some pure fun. There’s a reason why it gets used at sporting of all levels events around the world. Check University of South Carolina throw down to ‘Sandstorm’ before a game:
