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Je suis ravi de vous présenter mon dernier projet musical "Collision". Ce morceau orchestral adresse une situation écologique peu connue, l'exctinction des baleines en mer Méditerranée. J'espère humblement contribuer à faire connaitre ce drame, et qui sait, peut-être aider à faire changer les choses....
I am delighted to present my latest musical project, “Collision.” This orchestral piece addresses a little-known ecological situation: the extinction of whales in the Mediterranean Sea. I humbly hope to contribute to raising awareness of this tragedy, and who knows, perhaps help to bring about change....
New release - Collision - 13 FEB 2026
Yannick Fortin
Release Details
Single
Released Feb 13, 2026
Reviews
HailTunes
From the production to the overall vibe, this is a track that commands attention. It’s polished yet raw in all the right ways — a proper statement of artistry
Pako Music
Molto particolare, mi piace molto il video, il pezzo è interessante. Cinematografico e potente, la presenza dell'orchestra su un pezzo così è fondamentale.
Music Victory
What a captivating instrumentation and arrangement. Collision will connect with so many people, well done
For Play
Hello Yannick! It’s a pleasure to hear your work again! “Collision” is a powerful and deeply moving orchestral piece, with excellent cinematic construction and emotional depth, and it’s inspiring to see how you connect your artistic vision with such an important ecological message. Your consistency and versatility as a composer continue to stand out and reinforce the strength of your career.
Frequenze Musicali
Un’esplosione di energia pura che cattura l’attenzione sin dal primo secondo, mantenendo una tensione costante che culmina in un finale degno delle migliori produzioni internazionali.
KG Studio
Thank you so much for sending us another track. We truly appreciate you coming back and continuing to share your music with us. It means a lot to work with artists who stay consistent and keep us updated with new releases.
thehandeditions
Dès les premières notes, ce morceau dégage une atmosphère cinématographique où émerge une belle tension émotionnelle. Les cordes évoluent à travers un beau dessin rythmique qui génère attente et mouvement. Au-dessus, dans un premier temps, alternent des timbres parmi lesquels émerge l'idée très originale d'insérer le chant des baleines comme s'il s'agissait d'un véritable instrument. Dans la section centrale, on assiste à un climax où l'on retrouve une grande puissance sonore générée également par ces cuivres au caractère lourd et puissant. Un morceau qui exprime tout ton état d'esprit sur un sujet qui suscite beaucoup d'indignation et d'inquiétude. Félicitations pour l'idée et pour la musique !
Better web Radio
Une œuvre cinématographique engagée et bien produite. Le projet présente une cause noble et militante, enrobée dans un clip musical et une campagne.
Music in Belgium
Superbe instrumental porté par une jolie vidéo réalisée par IA. La thématique des baleines me tient fort à coeur
Hyperhub
Yannick Fortin's new single, "Collision," comes with the weight of a warning and the scope of a movie score, making it clear right away that it is a work of urgency rather than decoration. This is movie music with a purpose, shaped by feelings and made sharper by what happens. "Collision" is an epic movie that unfolds like a slow-burning drama. The first swell of violins sets the mood by making things tense and uneasy right away. Fortin carefully sets the pace of the piece so that strong surges can clash with delicate moments of stillness. These short breaks don't feel like a chance to catch your breath before the next wave hits. The production is big and immersive, focusing on contrast, scale, and dynamic movement instead of too much. "Collision" is an ecological lament at its heart, inspired by the whales that have disappeared from the Mediterranean Sea. But the music doesn't tell a narrow story. Instead, it channels a broader sense of loss and unease, showing how the world is in trouble and how people fit into it. The piece expresses sadness, anger, and thoughtfulness all at once, balancing despair with the idea that awareness can still be important. The emotional clarity of "Collision" is what makes it resonate. Fortin takes the listener on a carefully planned emotional journey, letting the weight of the subject come through in texture, tension, and restraint. By the end of "Collision," it feels less like a song and more like a reckoning. It stays with you long after the sound fades and asks you to think about its effect instead of running away from it.
RETROs
This classical instrumental piece unfolds with remarkable elegance and emotional depth. From the very first movement, the composition builds a delicate atmosphere that feels both timeless and intimate. The dynamics flow naturally, allowing every melodic phrase to breathe and resonate with quiet intensity. The arrangement demonstrates refined craftsmanship, balancing subtle textures with powerful crescendos that linger in the listener’s mind. It is a work that invites reflection and rewards attentive listening.
Be Musi
Style: Cinematic and Epic Orchestral About The Artist Today’s independent artist spotlight brings us to composer and musician Yannick Fortin and his striking new single Collision. This is a piece that immediately stood out during our new music discovery process, not just for its cinematic scale, but for the depth of meaning behind it. Inspired by the gradual disappearance of whales in the Mediterranean Sea, Collision sits at the intersection of emerging music, environmental storytelling, and modern orchestral composition. Yannick’s work feels purpose driven. From the outset, it is clear that this is not background music designed to simply impress. It is music that wants to communicate something urgent and emotional. That intention is exactly what caught our attention as curators and why this track belongs in conversations around independent artists creating meaningful, narrative driven work. Track Spotlight From the opening violin lines, Collision establishes tension that never fully releases. The orchestration breathes and expands, moving between restrained, fragile moments and powerful epic surges. There is a strong sense of drama throughout, but it never feels overstated. Instead, the music invites the listener into an unfolding story, one that mirrors the fragility and scale of its ecological theme. The production blends orchestral writing with subtle electro influences, adding modern texture without distracting from the emotional core. Low strings and motor like rhythmic figures create momentum, while brass gestures echo whale like calls, an understated but thoughtful compositional choice. These details elevate the track beyond a generic cinematic cue and place it firmly in the world of intentional storytelling. The accompanying video, created using AI due to budget limitations, reinforces the atmosphere and message. While Yannick openly shares his preference for future collaborations with illustrators, the visual still supports the track’s emotional arc and broadens its reach across social platforms.
Dulaxi
“Collision” unfolds as a commanding cinematic orchestral work built on a lush, meticulously layered arrangement that immediately establishes emotional gravity. The sweeping strings form a powerful melodic foundation, delivering grandeur, fluidity, and depth with unwavering clarity. The brass sections add unmistakable weight and authority, surging with intensity in moments that convey urgency and the immense scale of the oceanic world the composition embodies. Deep, resonant percussion, anchored by commanding drum and timpani strikes, drives the rhythmic momentum and heightens the dramatic impact, reinforcing tension beneath the orchestral sweep. The sound design fully immerses the listener in a vast marine atmosphere, with deliberate swells and echoing textures that create a sense of boundless space and submerged resonance. Every instrumental element is intentional, cohesive, and narratively aligned, forming a sonic landscape that feels both monumental and emotionally charged. The production of “Collision” is spacious, refined, and expertly balanced, allowing each instrumental layer to breathe while contributing to a unified and powerful orchestral whole. The mastering emphasizes rich lower frequencies that provide depth and resonance, while maintaining pristine clarity across the mid and high ranges to ensure melodic lines remain vivid and expressive. Dynamic control is handled with precision, enabling seamless transitions between soaring crescendos and solemn, introspective passages without losing intensity or cohesion. The result is an auditory experience marked by poignant beauty and reflective gravity, capturing both the majesty and fragility of the natural world with striking emotional force. Through its orchestration, mix, and structural control, “Collision” communicates its conservation-driven message with certainty, elegance, and profound impact.
