James Grant - Anjunadeep 04 CD1
There is a very specific demographic that buys continuous mix CDs. They are the connoisseurs who talk at length about vinyl pressing weights while sipping an overpriced craft IPA in a pub that used to be a public toilet. They are absolutely having a laugh if they think anyone cares about their modular synth setup, but God love them, they keep the scene alive. The vibe for this studio session is pure armchair raving—dimly lit, excessively chin-stroking, and undeniably proper. Delving into the James Grant Anjunadeep 04 CD1 tracklist, it is clear this James Grant live set is a meticulously crafted Rominimal journey.
Operating at a smooth average of 125.5 BPM, the technical precision is textbook Anjunadeep perfection. The mix heavily relies on the 12A and 3B Camelot keys, creating a lush, rolling energy arc that focuses on deep, resonant low-end frequencies rather than aggressive peaks. As a crate digger, Grant is completely sorted. He effortlessly weaves together sublime cuts, and highlighting 'Beautiful Life' by Martin Roth proves his flawless ear for timeless melodies. The inclusion of 'Body Funk' by Purple Disco Machine is a mad, brilliant curveball that injects pure groove into the ether.
The arc of the journey is elegantly mapped out from the very first beat. Setting a sophisticated mood with the opening track 'Stick By This' by Dusky, he builds a continuous wave of atmospheric tension. Finally, he brings the marathon to an emotional finish with the closing track 'Gaff's Eulogy' by Andrew Bayer.