Veracocha
The Dutch trance collaboration behind “Carte Blanche”
Veracocha is the trance collaboration of Dutch producers Ferry Corsten and Vincent de Moor. Their signature release, “Carte Blanche”, first appeared in 1999 and became one of the defining melodic trance records of its era.
Driven by its instantly recognisable lead melody, extended build and euphoric breakdown, “Carte Blanche” captured the uplifting sound that helped trance reach a wider international audience at the end of the 1990s. The single reached No. 22 on the UK Singles Chart and No. 3 on the UK Dance Singles Chart, establishing Veracocha as an enduring name in classic trance.
Although both producers developed successful careers through their own releases and other aliases, their work together as Veracocha remains particularly celebrated by DJs, collectors and electronic music fans. More than two decades after its original release, “Carte Blanche” continues to appear in trance sets and retrospectives devoted to the genre’s most influential records
Vinyl releases
“Carte Blanche” returns to vinyl in a four-track black-vinyl edition from Armada Music. The pressing combines the timeless Extended Mix with a collaboration featuring The Rocketman and contemporary interpretations from Ilan Bluestone and Cosmic Gate.
The collection connects the unmistakable atmosphere of the 1999 original with modern trance production, making it suitable for long-standing fans, DJs and collectors discovering the record on vinyl.
Frequently Asked Questions
▶Who are Veracocha?
Veracocha is a Dutch trance collaboration formed by producers Ferry Corsten and Vincent de Moor.
▶ When was “Carte Blanche” originally released?
“Carte Blanche” was originally released in 1999 and became one of the best-known melodic trance records of that period.
▶ How successful was “Carte Blanche” in the UK?
The original release reached No. 22 on the UK Singles Chart and No. 3 on the UK Dance Singles Chart.
▶ What is included on the black-vinyl repress?
The four-track pressing includes the original Extended Mix, a version by The Rocketman and Veracocha, and extended remixes from Ilan Bluestone and Cosmic Gate.
▶ Is this an official release?
Yes. This black-vinyl edition is released by Armada Music under catalogue number ARMNWSV016B.