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SONNY FODERA b2b FRANKY RIZARDO in The Lab LDN
A back-to-back set should feel like a conversation, not a competition, and Sonny Fodera b2b Franky Rizardo in The Lab LDN is a masterclass in complementary styles merging into one relentless, joyous house party. This is the sound of a packed floor sweating out a Sunday evening, united by a bassline they'll hum on the Tube home. The vibe is upbeat, communal, and slightly messy in the best way, a celebration of house music's pure, uncomplicated pleasure. Technically, it's a marathon of 59 tracks held at a peak-time 124.6 BPM, with the harmonically bright key of 12A dominating the proceedings, supported by excursions into 3B and 8B for depth.
The energy is perfectly balanced for long-term engagement: a strong low-end (0.54), vibrant mids (0.37), and just enough high-end sparkle (0.09) to keep it crisp. Their mixing is quick, energetic, and tracky, creating a constant sense of momentum and surprise. The crate digging here is exceptional. Opening with the Nicson remix of 'Different Circles' sets a deep, groovy tone.
Dropping Basic Channel's 'Phylyps Trak II/II' is a serious, heads-down moment of dub techno reverence. Bastille's 'Glory' gets reworked into a driving, peak-time tool, while Andy Compton's 'That Acid Track' is a pure, squelching delight for the purists. Peppou's 'Beliefs' remix adds a touch of melodic sophistication, and Eelke Kleijn's 'Transmission' remix provides the epic, progressive closer. The journey starts with the deep groove of 'Different Circles', builds through classic vibes and modern weapons, peaks with anthemic moments, and winds down on the atmospheric waves of the 'Transmission' remix.