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ALAN FITZPATRICK b2b SKREAM in The Lab LDN 2.0
A b2b between Alan Fitzpatrick and Skream in The Lab LDN 2.0 sounds, on paper, like a chaotic clash of techno and bass, but what unfolds is a surprisingly cohesive and joyful house session that reminds us why we love unexpected pairings. The vibe is a London basement in full swing, where the history of UK club culture feels palpable in the warm, analog thump. This set is a deep, groovy exploration of house music, sitting at a steady 125 BPM average and weaving through keys like 12A and 3B for a soulful, rolling narrative.
The energy is built on swung drums and bass-heavy foundations, with Fitzpatrick's techno sensibility adding drive and Skream's background injecting a playful, garage-tinged swing. The mixing is musical and patient, favoring long, harmonic blends that let tracks breathe and evolve, creating a timeless, heads-down atmosphere. The crate digging here is impeccable: Andrea Salerno's 'Teleri' is a ten-minute deep house opener that sets a hypnotic, spacious tone, while Corona's 'The Rhythm Of The Night' is a classic dropped with perfect, unironic timing.
Eric Prydz's 'Pjanoo' provides a moment of piano-led euphoria, and Nick Curly's 'Underground' in the Dennis Ferrer remix is a timeless loop that defines the set's underground heart. The journey begins with the immersive 'Teleri', hits a nostalgic peak with 'The Rhythm Of The Night', and closes with the driving groove of Marc Molina's 'More Than Physical' remix, a full-circle house excursion.