The 2021 version preserves the iconic pitch-bent lead while introducing several modern elements:
The foundation of the track lies in ATB's breakthrough 1998 single, "9PM (Till I Come)," which became the first trance record to reach number one on the Official UK Singles Chart . The original hook, a distinctive pitch-bent guitar riff, was famously improvised by ATB at 9:00 PM while showing off his studio to a date. ATB x Topic x A7S - Your Love (9PM)
For over two decades, ATB rejected numerous remake requests until hearing Topic’s 2020 hit "Breaking Me". Inspired by Topic’s specific "melancholic dance" sound, ATB initiated the collaboration to bring his signature melody into a new era. Musical Composition and Production The 2021 version preserves the iconic pitch-bent lead
The collaboration between , Topic , and A7S on "Your Love (9PM)" represents a significant milestone in electronic dance music, bridging the gap between the trance era of the late 1990s and modern "melancholic dance" production. Released on January 15, 2021, by Virgin Records , it serves as the first official remake of ATB’s 1998 classic "9PM (Till I Come)" with the original artist’s blessing and active involvement. Historical Origins and Significance Historical Origins and Significance