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HOT SINCE 82 sunset mix in The Lab IBZ
A Hot Since 82 sunset mix in the Ibiza Lab is one of those clichés we secretly love, because when it's done right, it feels like the whole point of the island. This isn't a rave; it's a warm-up with intention, where the fading light matches the deepening grooves. The vibe is relaxed but focused, a curated pre-game for the night ahead. HS82 delivers a masterclass in deep and tech house, maintaining a steady 123.4 BPM average and leaning heavily on the sunny, major-progression feel of key 12A for nearly the entire mix.
The energy is low-end dominant, with warm, rounded basslines and shuffling percussion creating a liquid, hypnotic flow perfect for swaying with a drink in hand. His mixing is smooth and linear, building energy almost imperceptibly. For the crate diggers, Alexandro Korzh's 'Night Life' is a perfect, shimmering opener. Alejandro Castelli's 'Peru' brings Latin-tinged rhythm, while Larry Heard & Mr.
White's 'The Sun Can't Compare' is a deep house sermon in its long version. The inclusion of Todd Terry's 'Jumpin' and not one but two versions of Robin S.'s 'Show Me Love' is a cheeky nod to house history, expertly woven into a modern framework. He starts with the atmospheric promise of 'Night Life,' guides us through a soulful, percussive journey, and lands on the timeless, vocal-house peak of Armand Van Helden's 'You Don't Know Me,' a closing track that ensures everyone is properly warmed up for whatever comes next.