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JUNGLE in The Lab LDN
ArcelorMittal Orbit special
Playing a set from the top of the ArcelorMittal Orbit requires a certain panoramic approach to music, and JUNGLE's in The Lab LDN session delivers exactly that: a wide-lens, globe-trotting tour of disco-tinged house and eclectic grooves. The imagined backdrop of London's skyline suits a set this expansive, one built for sunny afternoons and open-air euphoria rather than dark, sweaty basements. With an average BPM of a leisurely 123, this is a set driven by feel and melody, harmonically centered on the bright, major lift of key 12A. The energy is remarkably balanced between low and mid frequencies (both averaging around 0.46), creating a rich, full-bodied sound that prioritizes musicality over brute force.
The mixing is smooth and journey-focused, letting tracks breathe and develop their narratives. The curation is impeccable. Zohra's 'Badala Zamana' offers a stunning slice of Arabic-infused house, while Bauhouse's 'Lotus' provides a driving, melodic anchor. The double dose of Chic's 'I Want Your Love'—first the original, then likely the Todd Terje edit—is a masterstroke in building anticipation and payoff.
A deep cut like Aero Manyelo's 'Kesi De' showcases a commitment to African rhythms. They start with the undeniable, string-laden joy of Chic's 'I Want Your Love', build momentum through the percussive whirl of 'Baianá', and land us gently with the smooth, driving deep house of Riascode & Malive's 'Lotus 72D'.