Somna (Benjamin Leung) is a cornerstone of the Canadian trance scene and a significant figure in the global progressive trance landscape. His sound identity is characterized by a high-fidelity, 'big room' aesthetic that emphasizes melodic clarity, lush vocal arrangements, and sophisticated layering of digital synths.
As the co-owner and manager of AVA Recordings alongside Andy Moor, Somna has exerted considerable influence over the genre's direction, curating a catalog that bridges the gap between traditional uplifting trance and modern progressive house. His career arc shows a steady ascent from a sought-after remixer for legends like Paul Oakenfold and BT to a primary artist with a deep discography on major labels like Armada and Black Hole. Critical consensus highlights his technical proficiency as a producer and his ability to maintain emotional resonance within highly structured electronic frameworks. He occupies a space similar to artists like STANDERWICK or DRYM, focusing on the 'power-progressive' sound that dominates contemporary trance festivals.
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