Rolling, groove-led tech house — minimal percussion, a relentless bouncing bassline and the odd vocal chop. The sound of FISHER, Hot Since 82 and the festival main room.
Track elements
Kick — Punchy 4-on-the-floor kick on every beat is the engine of the track.
Clap — Lay a clap or snare on beats 2 and 4 to drive the backbeat.
Hi-Hats — Open hats on the off-beats (the 'and' of each beat) give that lift.
Percussion — Tribal toms, congas and shakers fill the gaps between the kick and hats.
Bass — Keep the bass simple and locked to the kick — root notes carry the groove.
Vocal Stab — Detuned supersaw stabs and hoover sounds bring the rave energy.
Vocal — Chopped vocal hooks and 'aah' stabs add the human, anthemic touch.
Structure — Build in 8 and 16-bar phrases — DJs mix on these boundaries.