Full Name: Oana Richea
Country: Romania
Genres: Vocal Trance, Uplifting Trance, Progressive Trance
Years Active: 2020s–present
Role: Vocalist, Curator, DJ‑style Mix Host
Labels: Nocturnal Knights Music, Amsterdam Trance Records, Raz Nitzan Music, Find Your Harmony
Associated Acts: Bogdan Vix, Raz Nitzan, Andrew Rayel, Katty Heath
Early Journey
- Oana began sharing melodic and uplifting vocal trance sets on YouTube and TikTok, quickly building a following for her curated mixes.
- Her breakthrough collaboration came with Bogdan Vix on A Lifetime (2023), released on Nocturnal Knights Music, where her vocals were praised as “haunting, emotive, and deeply resonant”.
Career Highlights
- A Lifetime (with Bogdan Vix): A 138 BPM uplifter, combining driving basslines with Oana’s heartfelt vocals.
- Curated Mixes: Regularly features tracks from Amsterdam Trance Records, Raz Nitzan Music, and Find Your Harmony, spotlighting vocal trance talent.
- Community Presence: Active on TikTok and YouTube, where she shares tracklists and promotes uplifting trance culture.
Signature Sound
Oana’s artistry is defined by:
- Ethereal, emotional vocals that elevate trance productions.
- Curated sets blending established names (Andrew Rayel, Raz Nitzan) with emerging talents.
- Focus on vocal trance storytelling, emphasizing themes of love, resilience, and timeless connection.
Recognition
- Praised for her vocal delivery in collaborations and her ability to curate mixes that resonate with trance fans worldwide.
- Her track A Lifetime with Bogdan Vix was described as a “sonic masterpiece” by trance media.
- Builds bridges between Romanian trance talent and the global scene, similar to artists like Alexandra Badoi and Adina Butar.
Legacy and Outlook
Oana represents the new wave of Romanian vocal trance artists, combining performance with curation. With collaborations on respected labels and a growing online presence, she is poised to become a central figure in uplifting vocal trance.