TuneLab
N/UM
N/UM's live improvised set in The Lab NYC is a masterclass in spontaneous groove construction, kicking off with the deep, dubby chords of Fade's 'All I Got' and immediately pulling us into its intimate, organic world. The vibe is that of a late-night laboratory, where analog synths breathe and drums feel tactile, under a warm, low light. This is deep house at its most soulful, with a steady 123.4 BPM pulse and a harmonic center rooted in 5A, creating a warm, inviting foundation.
The energy balance leans heavily on the low-end at 0.54, providing a physical, swinging groove, while the mid-range at 0.41 carries lush melodies and the almost absent highs at 0.04 keep everything smooth and rounded. The live element means transitions are fluid and often unexpected, with keys modulating into 7A and 3B for added depth. For the diggers, the selections are impeccable: Andy Compton's 'That Acid Track' is a squelching, jacking homage; the Lana Del Rey 'West Coast' MK remix is a nine-minute, euphoric left-turn that swallows the room; Junior Jack's 'E Samba' brings a touch of classic filter house; and Galaxy's 'La Casa de Can Raco' offers a balearic, sun-drenched moment.
HUGEL & LOVRA's 'Madonna' and Jax Jones & MNEK's 'Where Did You Go?' show a playful, pop-aware edge. The journey from the deep opening, through the emotional peak of the Lana Del Rey remix, winds down to the serene, instrumental close of Lostly's 'Roam', a perfect comedown.