# Things To Come – Tropicana & DJ Bart
Tropicana and DJ Bart emerged during the early 2000s electronic music scene, establishing themselves within the hard house and jumpstyle communities. Their collaborative effort on Things To Come, released in 2001 on Looney Tune Records, captures the peak era of European dance music's harder edge. This 12-inch vinyl represents a significant moment when jumpstyle was transitioning from underground phenomenon to mainstream recognition across continental nightclubs.
The album's context reflects the musical landscape of early 2000s club culture, where hard trance and hard house dominated dancefloors. Things To Come was positioned as both a commercial release and a serious club weapon, evidenced by the multiple mixes provided across the single's sides. The production showcases the artistic direction of Looney Tune Records, a label instrumental in promoting harder electronic sounds during this period.
Musically, the record delivers what fans of the era expected: punchy breakbeats, euphoric synth lines, and relentless energy. Virtua's Mix opens the A-side with a refined approach to the core track, while the Clubmix extends the journey to over eight minutes, building layers of tension and release characteristic of hard trance. The B-side shifts focus toward jumpstyle elements with the Jump Mix, emphasizing the breakbeat-driven aesthetic that defined the sound. The Short Jump Mix provides a concise, radio-friendly alternative for DJs seeking tighter arrangements.
Things To Come encapsulates the technical production values and dancefloor sensibilities of early 2000s hard electronic music. For collectors, this vinyl represents an important snapshot of when jumpstyle and hard house converged within European club culture.
