Coloray, the brainchild of Dutch producer and DJ Raymond van Baal, is a force of nature in the electronic music world. Ripping out of the Netherlands, Coloray smashes genres together, creating unique sounds that hit listeners right in the soul.
His music, a chaotic blend of techno, house, and new wave, is drenched in intense, emotive soundscapes. And if you’ve been lucky enough to catch one of his live shows, you know they’re nothing short of electrifying.
Coloray’s journey started in chaos, surrounded by a whirlwind of sounds from an early age, he was hit with a barrage of musical influences that lit a fire under his creative instincts. That early storm set the tone for everything that followed.
Instead of playing it safe, he dove headfirst into the underground, experimenting wildly and obsessively honing his craft as both a producer and DJ. But what really sets him apart is the way he blends worlds: fusing contemporary techno with progressive, emotional melodies that pull no punches.
His sound is a strange and hypnotic mix, haunting chords, eerie strings, and bass lines that feel like they’re crawling under your skin. Every track walks a razor’s edge between the dark and the euphoric, the mysterious and the raw. Over time, his music has grown more introspective, weaving in themes of self-doubt, identity, and the fine line between chasing dreams and selling out.
Coloray’s discography is a wild ride of albums, EPs, and singles that showcase his insane versatility and artistic depth.
His second album, ©, was a monster hit, praised for its killer blend of art and technology. Standout singles like "Branded Content", "Buy Me", and "Try Again" rip open the soul with introspective and emotional storytelling.
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Here are some essential releases you need to blast:
EPs:
Real Life Cinema (2019): This six-track debut on Atomnation set the tone for everything that followed. A wild mix of new wave, post-punk, and modern electronic textures, it includes standouts like Stand Up Straight, Timeline, and the title track Real Life Cinema, each one soaked in Coloray’s signature blend of gritty synths and emotional pull.
Singles:
Can't Stop (2019): A collab with Eagles & Butterflies, this one dropped via Art Imitating Life and quickly became an underground favorite. The pulsing beat, layered with Coloray’s emotive vocals, gave the track an edge that stuck with dance floors everywhere.
Is Love Ever Enough (2022): This track leans into krautrock and acoustic-electronic fusion, expanding his sound into new territory. It’s raw, vulnerable, and reflective, showing he’s just as powerful when he pulls back the intensity.
Buy Me (2023): Released on Intercept Records, Buy Me is a synth-pop bomb with a sharp edge. Behind the catchy groove lies a commentary on the tension between artistic vision and selling out, a recurring theme in Coloray’s universe.
And 2025 isn’t slowing him down. He kicked off the year with the Blue Echo EP via Permanent Vacation, a dreamy, seven-track ride packed with hazy textures, ambient layers, and that signature emotional weight. The singles Quiet Chaos (feat. R.D.G.) and Look for You dropped ahead of the full release, setting the mood with deep, melodic grooves and just enough tension to keep you locked in.
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Coloray’s shows are anything but ordinary. In April 2024, he delivered a standout set for Boiler Room x DGTL Amsterdam, showcasing sharp control, raw emotion, and a vibe that locked in the crowd from start to finish.
He also hit the stage at Amsterdam Dance Event 2023, joining a lineup curated by Intercept. That night, he brought a vision, blending sound and visuals into something fully immersive.
Another big moment came at Best Kept Secret Festival 2024, where he took over The Floor stage and kept the energy sky-high with a set built for big crowds and deep connection.
And for something more intimate, his February 2024 show at Nobel in Leiden was the kind of experience you don’t forget. Stripped back but full of depth, it was all about tension, story, and emotion, the way Coloray does best.
Coloray isn’t just part of the scene. He’s reshaping it from the inside out. Blending analog synths with digital experimentation, he’s created a world where music, visuals, and design are all part of the same story. What he builds goes beyond sound. It’s a full-body experience.
This year, that vision hits the stage. In September, he’ll take over the Intercept x Mezz by Night series with an immersive set that brings his textured sound into a high-impact club setting. More international dates are already on the calendar, and his focus on storytelling, fashion, and visual identity keeps evolving. Everything he touches feels intentional, future-facing, and totally his own.
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