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SIMON CALDWELL house vibes in The Lab SYD
Simon Caldwell’s 'house vibes' in The Lab SYD are exactly that—a no-frills, soul-drenched deep house journey that feels like a warm hug from a trusted selector. The vibe is intimate and welcoming, all soft lighting and easy movement, where the music does the talking without any unnecessary theatrics. Technically, it’s a lesson in deep house dynamics, averaging 124.5 BPM with a focus on the 7A key, creating a smooth, jazzy undertow. Low-end energy is balanced at 48%, allowing the basslines to groove without overwhelming, while mids are rich at 42% to showcase the lush chords and vocals, and highs are a crisp 10% for definition.
The mixing is fluid and musical, with transitions that feel like natural progressions rather than sharp cuts. For the crate diggers, the selections are pure class: Chymera’s 'Episode' opens with a melancholic, melodic swell, while Victor Ruiz & D’nox’s 'Music' adds a darker, tech-tinged edge. Epic Hunters’ 'Boy Boy' is a funky, bass-led weapon, and Gillette & 20 Fingers’ 'Short, Short Man' makes another appearance as a hilarious, funky deep cut. Kem’s 'Without You' offers a smooth, R&B-inflected moment, and Shouse’s 'Won't Forget You' edit provides a modern, anthemic touch.
The journey floats from the introspective start of 'Episode' into the peak-time drive of 'Boy Boy', with Mr. Fingers’ 'Can You Feel It' serving as a mid-set, timeless masterpiece, before landing on the organic, percussive close of Jaffa & Osunlade’s 'Native Tongue Revisited'. A Simon Caldwell live set that’s a full tracklist reminder of deep house’s eternal, soulful appeal.