Stone Van Brooken and Pete K’s contribution is the latest chapter in this legacy, moving the song from its trance roots into the contemporary scene. The Evolution of the Track
The track gained legendary status through a series of high-profile remixes over two decades, helping to bridge the gap between "different worlds"—pop, ambient, and dance music.
Watch the official version of this modern progressive house take on the classic: Delerium - Silence (Stone Van Brooken & Pete K Edit)
Stone Van Brooken and Pete K, both established names on the Zerothree Music label, created this specific edit to fit modern festival and club sets.
The "solid story" behind the of Delerium's "Silence" is one of modern evolution for a track that has defined electronic music for over 25 years. While the original 1997 version by Bill Leeb and Rhys Fulber was a gothic, downtempo ambient piece, it was the trance remixes—most notably by Tiësto—that turned it into a global anthem. Stone Van Brooken and Pete K’s contribution is
This version, often called the "#REALPROG" take, strips back some of the faster trance energy of previous decades for a more driving, atmospheric, and "pumping peak-time" feel. Musical Profile
Released officially in August 2023 on Zerothree Music , the edit maintains Sarah McLachlan’s unmistakable vocals while updating the production for today’s sound. Specification Progressive House Key Tempo Vocalist Sarah McLachlan The "solid story" behind the of Delerium's "Silence"
Delerium co-wrote the song with Canadian singer Sarah McLachlan. She recorded the haunting, soaring vocals in just two days, originally intending it as a "hymn" of faith and devotion rather than a club track.
