IPeiqi - DJ Set

In the crowded field of melodic house, IPeiqi’s set stands out by actually having a personality—a refreshing blend of Asian-influenced melodies and deep, progressive grooves. This is for those of us tired of the same old emotional build-ups and craving something with a bit of geographical flavor. The vibe is that of a sophisticated, dimly-lit lounge where the decor is modern but the soul is ancient. The set maintains a tight 120.1 BPM cruise control, expertly navigating between the melancholic 3B and the more resolved 12A Camelot keys, with occasional detours into 7B for added tension.

The energy balance is intriguing, with the mid-range—lush, evolving pads and intricate melodic lines—taking center stage, while the low-end provides a steady, hypnotic pulse and the highs are used sparingly for accent. It’s a cerebral kind of dance music, designed for lost-in-thought movement rather than fist-pumping. IPeiqi isn’t afraid to showcase their own work, with “This Is The Life We Dream Of” on Monstercat Silk serving as an optimistic, vocal-led anthem and the “Night Of Shanghai” on Elliptical Sun Melodies adding a unique, local color with its traditional melodic motifs. The opener, Gacha Bakradze’s “River” on Transfigured Time, is a masterstroke—a deep, rolling cut that sets a contemplative, almost aquatic tone.

LP Giobbi, DJ Tennis & Joseph Ashworth’s “All In A Dream” brings a touch of crossover indie-dance appeal from Counter Records, while VONDA7’s “High Tide” and Braxton & Warung’s “The Truth” are pure, peak-time Anjunadeep weapons that lift the energy without breaking the spell. The journey begins with the flowing currents of “River,” builds through the dreamy, introspective middle anchored by IPeiqi’s own “Redemption,” and washes ashore with the organic, wilderness-inspired closing track from Penngi Wong on Deepfaction.