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THE MENENDEZ BROTHERS feelin' house in The Lab LDN
The Menendez Brothers 'feelin' house' in The Lab LDN promises no-frills, functional gear, and that's exactly what we get. This is for the purists who believe a kick drum, a bassline, and a righteous sample are all you need. The vibe is a no-nonsense warehouse simulation, stripped back and focused solely on the groove. Technically, this is a masterclass in driving, sample-heavy house music, ticking along at a perfect 128.1 BPM and primarily working in the deeply soulful 3B key.
The energy is overwhelmingly low-end focused at 74%, creating a warm, immersive pocket where the mid-range vocals (15%) and high-end hats (7%) punctuate rather than dominate. Their mixing is straightforward and effective, using long blends and harmonic mixing in keys like 12A and 5A to build a relentless, uplifting momentum. The set doesn't peak so much as it maintains a sustained, joyous pressure. The crate digging is impeccable: 'Blagoj Rambabov - Right to Be Wrong' opens with a timeless, jazzy piano loop.
'The Deep - Love Your Brother' is pure, uplifting spiritual house, while 'Patrick Topping - Be Sharp Say Nowt' brings a cheeky, percussive energy. The true highlight is the double dose of Dennis Ferrer with 'Church Lady' and the raw 'Son of Raw' mix, showcasing gospel-tinged depth and raw jacking power. 'Sable Sheep - Lobotomize' offers a darker, techno-edged interlude, and the journey culminates with the modern classic bump of 'Jaden Thompson - Closer'. From the first soulful chord to the last driving beat, this is house music in its most essential, body-moving form.