TuneLab
Joseph Capriati
Awakenings Easter Festival 2022
Joseph Capriati at an Awakenings Easter festival is a testament to the joy of big-room techno that doesn't take itself too seriously. We're all here for the drops, the sing-alongs, and the sheer, unadulterated fun of it all. The vibe is celebratory and massive, with lasers cutting through the spring air and a crowd ready for anything. This is peak-time, accessible techno with a melodic twist, holding at an average of 135 BPM and oscillating between the driving keys of 12A and 3B.
The energy balance is more even than pure hard techno, with punchy mids and catchy hooks sharing space with a robust low-end foundation. Capriati's mixing is energetic and crowd-pleasing, using quick cuts and well-timed breaks to maintain a high-octane pace. The harmonic progression is often straightforward, designed to maximize immediate impact and communal recognition. The tracklist is a delightful mix of modern weapons and nostalgic edits.
BENNETT's 'Vois sur ton chemin (Techno Mix)' is a hilarious and effective rework, while Jimmy Somerville's 'Smalltown Boy' remix is a guaranteed hands-in-the-air moment. Charlotte de Witte's 'Satori' provides a dose of pure, driving techno cred, and Fatboy Slim's 'Song for Shelter' is a curveball that somehow works perfectly. The set starts with an unknown floor-filler, peaks with the collective euphoria of Alice Deejay's 'Better Off Alone', and winds down with the atmospheric, timeless charm of Zayn Frost's 'Timeless Charm'.