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DENNIS FERRER & NASSER BAKER in The Lab NYC [Objektivity Showcase]
An Objektivity showcase in NYC headlined by Dennis Ferrer and Nasser Baker is basically a masterclass in New York house music heritage, and we are dutifully taking notes. This is for the purists who appreciate a set that builds with architectural precision, not just drops. The vibe in The Lab is one of respectful, focused groove—a room full of people who actually listen to the music. Technically, it's a deep and techy journey locked at a steady 125 BPM, with a remarkable 25 of the 58 tracks rooted in the 12A key, creating a profoundly coherent and hypnotic soundscape.
The mixing by the duo is flawless and patient, often letting tracks play out for minutes to establish their full groove. The energy is again low-dominant (75%), favoring a warm, bass-forward pulse that makes you move without shouting at you. The harmonic shifts into 3B and 10B are subtle and effective, adding color without disrupting the flow. The tracklist is a deep dive into quality: Dom Dolla's 'San Frandisco' is a playful, filtered-house opener, Gasho & Maxi Raffone's 'Good News' is a timeless, rolling tech-house bomb, Ariano Kinà's 'Get It When We Want It' offers introspective, jazzy depth, and Township Rebellion's 'Ramses' is a modern, melodic monster.
The ten-minute stretch of 'Oh Mammy' by Midi Culture is a testament to their confidence in a track's longevity. It all begins with the sunny-side-up groove of 'San Frandisco,' builds through layers of sophisticated tech-house, and ends with the raw, analog squelch of Daft Punk's 'Rollin' & Scratchin',' a perfect full-circle moment.