Andrew Rayel (real name — Andrei Raoul Bobeț) was born on July 21, 1992, in Chișinău, Moldova. From an early age, he showed interest in music and studied piano, which later became the foundation of his style. As a teenager, he became fascinated with electronic music and decided to combine his academic training with a modern sound.
At the age of 17, he presented his first original tracks and quickly attracted the attention of the global scene. With the support of artists such as Armin van Buuren and Tiësto, his name soon became associated with the new generation of trance producers. Within a short time, Rayel established himself as one of the most talented composers, creating emotional, melodic, and energetic music.
Music Career
Andrew Rayel entered the international elite thanks to his collaboration with Armada Music and his regular appearances on the radio show A State of Trance. His tracks and remixes often reached the top of Beatport charts and were featured at the world’s biggest festivals: Tomorrowland, Ultra Music Festival, Electric Daisy Carnival.
A major milestone was the creation of his own label inHarmony Music, which provided a platform for young talent as well as his own releases.
His style blends classical harmony and orchestral elements with modern trance and progressive sounds. For this, fans often call him the “young Mozart of trance.”
Discography
Studio Albums
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Find Your Harmony (2014) — debut album that cemented Rayel’s status as a rising star.
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Moments (2017) — his second studio album, featuring many collaborations and experiments with vocals and genres.
Selected Singles
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“550 Senta” (2011)
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“Aeon of Revenge” (2012)
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“Dark Warrior” (2013)
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“One in a Million” (feat. Jonathan Mendelsohn) (2014)
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“Once in a Lifetime Love” (2016)
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“Stars Collide” (2017)
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“Originem” (2019)
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“All Falls Down” (2020)
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“Silver Lining” (2021)
Collaborations
Andrew Rayel has collaborated with artists such as Armin van Buuren, Markus Schulz, Emma Hewitt, Christina Novelli, and Jonathan Mendelsohn. His joint works have become true anthems for trance fans.
Interesting Facts
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Andrew Rayel started as a pianist and still often uses piano in his compositions.
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His tracks have repeatedly been named “Tune of the Week” and “Future Favorite” on Armin van Buuren’s show.
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During his performances, he often plays live piano intros, creating a unique atmosphere.
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His nickname “the young Mozart of trance” stuck thanks to his symphonic elements and melodic focus.
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His label inHarmony Music, founded in 2017, became a platform not only for his releases but also for young producers.
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He tours extensively worldwide, performing at major electronic festivals and clubs from Las Vegas to Tokyo.
