Blueprint

Blueprint is a 2017 concept album by Dutch trance producer Ferry Corsten that pairs its tracks with a narrated science-fiction story. The album follows an artificial intelligence engineer who constructs a human mind from memory fragments. The story is told through the music and intermittent voiceover narration.

The album's overarching sci-fi narrative is heavily narrated by an actor named James Maxwell. His spoken-word segments guide the listener through the artificial intelligence storyline, bridging the gaps between the individual electronic tracks. This vocal element elevates the record from a standard dance album to a theatrical experience.

The album was officially released in the year 2017. It marked a significant, ambitious return to the conceptual album format for the Dutch trance pioneer. The record was highly praised for pushing the boundaries of the traditional electronic dance music genre.

While it is heavily rooted in electronic trance music, Blueprint functions more as a cinematic listening experience due to its continuous sci-fi narrative. It features sweeping orchestral elements, vocal tracks, and spoken-word interludes rather than just club-ready dance beats. The album is designed to be listened to from start to finish.