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D-LISH
Keep Hush Open Deck: Keep Hush X Pirate Studios
Open Deck sessions are where hidden talents emerge, and D-LISH's set for Keep Hush X Pirate Studios is a gloriously confident statement that sits perfectly between house, afro, and disco. It's the kind of warm-up or early-evening set we secretly hope becomes the main event. The vibe is upbeat and inclusive, a studio-turned-club where the focus is squarely on groove and melody. Technically solid, it rides a comfortable 128-130 BPM range, weaving a largely harmonic mix through the sunny, major-key realm of 12A, with occasional dips into the minor mood of 3B for contrast.
The energy is well-distributed, with a firm low-end foundation (0.56 avg) supporting funky basslines, clear mids for vocals and keys, and crisp highs. The mixing is smooth and professional, prioritizing flow over flash. The track selection is a joy: MHD's 'Afro Trap Part. 11 (King Kong)' opens with undeniable energy, while Mina's 'One Leg' is a slick, contemporary UK funky cut.
Zebra Katz's 'IN IN IN' brings a dose of dark, theatrical electro, and the various renditions of Shakedown's 'At Night'—from the original to the Gabsyl and Peggy Gou remixes—show a keen understanding of a classic's versatility. Karen Nyame KG's 'Feeling Funky' is a textbook example of percussive house music, and Macromism's 'The Walk' is a epic, journeying deep house tool. The set travels from the opening Afro-trap bomb, through peak-time house and disco edits, and winds down with the sleek, rolling vibe of the 'At Night (Gabsyl Remix)'.