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RYAN CROSSON house set in The Lab NYC
Ryan Crosson's house set in The Lab NYC is a welcome reminder that the veterans of the scene often have the deepest bags and the least to prove. This is no trend-chasing exercise, but a confident, widescreen journey through acid-tinged, deep, and soulful house. The vibe is one of mature enthusiasm, a room where people recognize a classic bassline and exchange knowing nods. The technical execution is flawless, with a steady 124.5 BPM pace that allows for expansive track exploration.
The harmonic journey cleverly navigates between 12A and 3B keys, offering both uplifting and moody textures. The energy is profoundly rooted in the low-end (0.68 avg), creating a warm, immersive bass bath that supports intricate mid-range patterns (0.27 avg) and only occasional high-end accents (0.05 avg). It's a sound that fills the room and the chest. Crosson's selections are a history lesson with a modern twist.
Opening with Andy Compton's 'That Acid Track' is a statement of raw, analog intent. Metha's 'Rise (Tech Mix)' is a driving, contemporary deep house tool. The extended version of PAX & Rui Da Silva's 'Touch Me' is a timeless progressive house anthem given room to breathe, and X-Press 2's 'Say What! (London Underground Mix)' is a cheeky, funky throwback that absolutely works. The journey begins with acidic warmth, journeys through peaks of driving groove and nostalgic melody, and ends on the quirky, playful note of Moon Man's 'Moon Patrol,' leaving a smile on everyone's face.