Real Name: Will Jenkins
Stage Name: Enigma State
Origin: United Kingdom
Genres: Uplifting Trance, Tech Trance, Progressive Trance
Years Active: 2018–present
Roles: DJ, Producer, Composer, Remixer
Labels: FSOE Clandestine, Black Hole Recordings, Kearnage Recordings, Outburst Records, VII, Nocturnal Knights Music, and various international trance labels.
Associated Acts: John Askew, Bryan Kearney, Mark Sherry, Jordan Suckley, David Forbes, Sean Tyas, and Greg Downey.
Introduction
Enigma State is the trance project of British producer Will Jenkins, who has rapidly become one of the leading names in modern uplifting and tech trance. Since his debut in the late 2010s, he has earned widespread recognition for productions that combine euphoric melodies, powerful basslines, and energetic club arrangements with a distinctly contemporary sound.
His releases on labels including FSOE Clandestine, Kearnage Recordings, Outburst Records, VII, Nocturnal Knights Music, and Black Hole Recordings have received strong support from many of the world\’s leading trance DJs, establishing him as one of the fastest-rising producers in the genre.
Early Career
Will Jenkins launched the Enigma State project with a vision of producing emotionally charged trance that balanced uplifting melodies with modern club energy.
His earliest productions showcased:
- Euphoric melodic writing.
- Driving basslines.
- Atmospheric breakdowns.
- Powerful drops.
- Refined production quality.
These qualities quickly attracted attention from major trance labels.
Rise Within the Trance Scene
Enigma State gained international recognition through a series of high-profile releases on respected trance labels.
His productions became known for:
- Emotional melodies.
- Energetic tech trance rhythms.
- Peak-time arrangements.
- Modern sound design.
- Powerful dancefloor impact.
Support from artists such as John Askew, Bryan Kearney, Mark Sherry, and Jordan Suckley significantly expanded his international profile.
Musical Style
Uplifting Trance
Uplifting trance forms the heart of Enigma State\’s productions.
His music commonly features:
- Euphoric lead melodies.
- Emotional chord progressions.
- Inspiring breakdowns.
- Powerful melodic climaxes.
- Festival-ready arrangements.
These characteristics define his melodic identity.
Tech Trance
Tech trance plays an equally important role in his sound.
His productions frequently include:
- Driving percussion.
- Heavy basslines.
- Aggressive synth textures.
- Peak-time energy.
- Modern rhythmic programming.
These elements provide intensity while preserving melodic emotion.
Progressive Trance
Progressive trance influences appear through:
- Rolling grooves.
- Layered atmospheres.
- Smooth musical transitions.
- Long-form arrangement development.
These characteristics add depth and sophistication to his productions.
Production Style
Enigma State\’s productions are admired for:
- Crystal-clear engineering.
- Powerful low-end production.
- Emotional melodic composition.
- Dynamic arrangement structure.
- Modern sound design.
His balance between uplifting emotion and club energy has become one of his defining strengths.
Notable Releases
Among Enigma State\’s best-known productions are:
- State of Mind
- Secret Places
- In My Fantasy
- Awaken
- Traveller
- Phoenix
- Broken
- Final Destination
These releases have become popular selections among uplifting and tech trance DJs.
Remix Work
Enigma State has also produced remixes for numerous artists within the trance community.
His remixes are recognized for:
- Enhanced melodic development.
- Energetic tech trance arrangements.
- Modern production quality.
- Strong dancefloor appeal.
- Respect for the original composition.
His remix catalogue continues to expand alongside his original productions.
Live Performances
Enigma State has performed at clubs and trance events throughout Europe and internationally.
His DJ sets are known for:
- High-energy programming.
- Uplifting trance classics.
- Modern tech trance selections.
- Seamless mixing.
- Powerful audience engagement.
His performances have helped establish him as one of the UK\’s rising trance DJs.
Signature Sound
Enigma State\’s productions are distinguished by:
- Euphoric melodies.
- Driving basslines.
- Tech trance energy.
- Emotional breakdowns.
- Atmospheric textures.
- Powerful rhythmic programming.
- Modern production quality.
- Festival-ready arrangements.
These qualities have made his music instantly recognizable within contemporary trance.
Contribution to Trance Music
Enigma State has contributed to modern trance by:
- Producing innovative uplifting and tech trance releases.
- Supporting the continued evolution of contemporary trance.
- Releasing music through leading international trance labels.
- Combining emotional melodies with powerful club energy.
- Inspiring a new generation of trance producers.
His work continues to strengthen the global trance scene.
Legacy
Enigma State has quickly established himself as one of the most promising producers in contemporary trance. Through productions such as State of Mind, Secret Places, In My Fantasy, Awaken, Traveller, Phoenix, Broken, and Final Destination, he has built a catalogue that combines emotional uplifting trance with the driving intensity of modern tech trance.
With releases on FSOE Clandestine, Kearnage Recordings, Outburst Records, VII, Nocturnal Knights Music, and Black Hole Recordings, Enigma State continues to earn international recognition for his polished production, memorable melodies, and energetic performances, making him one of the leading figures in the new generation of trance artists.