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x3butterfly
Mixmag Lab NYC
x3butterfly's Mixmag Lab NYC set is for those of us who believe a 15-minute track isn't long enough, it's a dive into hard techno's relentless, hypnotic core. The vibe is pure basement pressure, all strobe-lit intensity and no-frills aggression. Averaging 138 BPM and firmly rooted in 12A, this is a masterclass in sustained, peak-time energy, with a balanced energy profile that lets percussive elements dominate.
The mixing is tight and linear, focusing on layered textures and driving rhythms. From the sparse tracklist, key selections stand out: the monumental, grinding opener 'Abattoir' by Kahn sets a dark, immersive tone; Riordan's 'Needle On The Record' and its 4am Mix offer variations on a razor-sharp groove; the unexpected but brilliant interpolation of Alice Deejay's 'Better Off Alone' adds a melodic, trance-like flutter; and Rank 1's 'Airwave' provides a moment of classic euphoria before the brutal closer. The journey begins with Kahn's extended exploration, peaks with the nostalgic rush of 'Airwave', and concludes with the pummeling 'Bang!' by Smiff, a full tracklist that moves from deep hypnotism to explosive release.