I used go through 1500 - 2500 minutes of new music every week, which is the reason why I don't really remember titles and names of producers all that much. However, there are a few radio stations which I hold in high regard when it comes to cutting-edge dance music. Highly experimental and experienced curators / DJs behind them usually take plenty of time formulating mixes. It usually shines through.
I've been following BBC Radio One's Essential Mixes ever since discovering Daft Punk's seminal and mind-blowing set back in 1997. But that would be a no-brainer to recommend out of the hundreds of episodes since 1993.
So here's a legendary set. One that I always go back to every once in awhile to appreciate all over again.
There's just something so sexy and sophisticated about this deep, dark tech-house mix. IMO, there's no point trying to review mixes and all that, but damn, this mix even swings from funk to avant-garde effortlessly. Somewhat Vangelis-inspired too. It's one hell of a cool mix. It's like wearing a pair of sunglasses even when the sun is not around.
What would sex appeal in darkness and futurism sound like? Maceo Plex answers that question. Listen to it in your car, bedroom, party, whatever.. enjoy it!
Small contest (edited to include this after 9th hour of post)
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