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AMTRAC house DJ set in The Lab LA
AMTRAC's house set in The Lab LA is the kind of expertly curated journey that makes us feel both cool and slightly inadequate, because how does he find all these perfect disco edits? This is house music with a side of crate-digging obsession, not minimal techno by any stretch. The vibe is a sunny, laid-back loft party where everyone knows the words to every obscure track and isn't afraid to show it. Technically, it's a smooth ride around 123 BPM, frequently modulating between the 12A and 7A keys for a vibrant, dynamic flow.
The energy is low-end focused with funky basslines driving the mid-range, while high-end elements are used sparingly for accent, creating a warm, inviting soundscape. The mixing is fluid and musical, with long blends that highlight harmonic connections. For the diggers, Andy Compton's 'That Acid Track' is a deep house gem with a retro twist, and R.A.W.'s 'Unbe' (Erick 'More' Mix) is a percussion-heavy workout.
Solee's 'Shanti' offers a melodic, progressive moment, while Danzel's 'Pump It Up' is a blatant, joyous crowd-pleaser. The journey starts with an unknown opener, weaves through disco-tinged house and techy grooves, and ends on the ambient serenity of YasFusion's 'Study Serenity at Kitano Tenmangu', because even party animals need a zen moment.