TuneLab
Dosem at Splendor
Anjunadeep Explorations 2023
Dosem at the Splendor stage during Anjunadeep Explorations is the definition of a golden hour set; we're all barefoot in the sand, salty air mixing with the scent of sunscreen, as the sun dips below the horizon. This isn't harsh techno—it's tech house with a melodic heart, designed for swaying and smiling. The vibe is open-air euphoria, with the historic Splendor amphitheatre providing a stunning backdrop for Dosem's polished, driving sound. Technically, it's locked into a tight 128 BPM groove, with key 12A providing a bright, optimistic harmonic center that perfectly matches the sunset setting.
The energy balance is masterful, with a strong low-end (0.65) ensuring the dancefloor never stops moving, while melodic mid-frequencies (0.31) add the emotional color. Dosem's mixing is crisp and energetic, using quick cuts and layered loops to maintain momentum. For the tracklist hunters, the opener 'Organic Orchestra' by Supergregg is a warm, bubbling invitation. The club mix of Au/Ra & CamelPhat's 'Panic Room' is a certified weapon that gets everyone's hands up, while Dosem's own 'Beach Kisses' is a sun-kissed anthem.
Throwing Gigi D'Agostino's 'La Passion' into a tech-house framework is a cheeky and effective move, and Solee's 'Shanti' adds a deep, hypnotic groove. The Charlotte de Witte & Enrico Sangiuliano remix of 'The Age of Love' is a monumental, driving peak. The journey begins with Supergregg's organic textures, hits its peak with the relentless energy of 'The Age of Love' remix, and winds down with the sublime, eight-minute Hot Since 82 remix of Joe Goddard's 'Music Is the Answer', sending us off into the Albanian night with soulful vocals ringing in our ears.