adminBerlin-based producer Luca Draccar returns with a searing four-track techno EP titled The Dark Side. Known for his genre-defying blend of hypnotic grooves and cinematic intensity, Luca elevates his production game with this new release – a sonic deep-dive that brings raw emotion to the dancefloor.
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From the outset, the EP makes its intentions clear. Opener ‘Bad at Love Since Forever’ hits with distorted basslines and shimmering synths, striking a balance between melancholy and power. It’s a dancefloor lament for the emotionally detached – complex yet club-ready.
Next up, ‘Outlaws Division’ delivers a high-octane techno cut loaded with overdriven kicks and jagged synth sequences. Engineered for peak-time impact, this track is a no-holds-barred tribute to rebellion and late-night hedonism.
‘Reckless Flower’ changes gears, introducing a more melodic yet eerie approach. Neo-romantic motifs drift through distorted textures, offering a surreal, almost dreamlike break in the action. It’s a space where chaos and calm collide, creating a moment of introspective tension mid-set.
Closing track ‘Branded Your Brain’ leans into dark, cinematic atmospheres with smoky basslines and twisted rhythmic interplay. It’s a cerebral cut, simultaneously playful and ominous – perfect for DJs looking to inject psychological depth into their sets.
Draccar’s dedication to craft is evident throughout – he reportedly took piano lessons to enhance his composition process for this release. The result? A highly personal, technically sharp offering that melds underground grit with emotional clarity.
The Dark Side is both a statement and a tool – crafted for selectors who demand more than just beats. This is intelligent techno, meant to move bodies and minds alike.
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