James Bellew, a seasoned producer hailing from Drogheda, Ireland, has made a striking return to the music scene with his comeback single, โDidnโt See It Coming,โ released on August 11, 2025. Having cut his teeth in the late โ90s dance music scene, Bellew brings experience and nostalgia to the table, fusing the old-school trance textures of his roots with the sheen of contemporary production. Recorded and produced entirely in his own studio, the track reflects Bellewโs independence and his meticulous attention to detail, while being inspired by Tiรซsto, Armin van Buuren, and Christina Novelli.
From the very first second, โDidnโt See It Comingโ hits with thumping bass and pulsating synths that create a hypnotic, high-energy pulse. Then the AI-powered vocals enter, betraying the source of the like with such rich expression that could easily pass for live. The vocals soar and drive the track with passion. Each line swells and dips with intensity, cutting cleanly across the surging electronic backdrop, and itโs this contrast with human-like emotion against the mechanical precision of trance that makes the song magnetic.
The build-ups are patient, teasing the listener with cascading synth layers before the beat drops in with full force. The chorus section unleashes a euphoric surge that pulls you straight onto the dancefloor without a second thought. And yet, Bellew threads in atmospheric chords and subtle melodic touches that hark back to the golden era of โ90s trance, giving the song an extra kick of authenticity.
Check out โDidnโt See It Comingโ on Spotify.
Review by: Naomi Joan