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July 6, 2017

#TBT || Sub Focus – Flamenco

Matt "MyStro" Schaitel
Sub Focus Flamenco

As we dance in America for Independence, perhaps you’ll be taking part in the “Flamenco”!


Back in 2006, Sub Focus was still a blooming young talent coming up in the Drum & Bass circuit.  This is before the era of Dubstep even came into existence really, so groovy Drum & Bass was what was impacting the scene.  After his breakout hit on RAM Records with X-Ray/Scarecrow, he returned with the energetic “Airplane”… and a gem on the flip side that still sounds fresh today — “Flamenco.”

The guitar riff in “Flamenco” is instantly infectious, making the listener want to dance.  The groovy in the bass is sublime — simple, effective, without any over the top frills.  It is also worth noting that Airplane/Flamenco was really the first record where Sub Focus found his format for his style of Drum & Bass productions.  The flow is very much verse, chorus, break – sans vocals of course – and lends itself to a really pleasing listening experience.

“Flamenco” was always a tune I could drop at any point in a DJ set as well. Its groove was perfect for winding the energy up or winding it down – and the break between the guitar riff and the drop made the transition very easy.  It also helps that the track generally follows a continuous build loop, or in another manner of speaking… the track progression is circular.  Indeed – there really is no middle into end progression in the traditional sense.  If you wanted, it could likely be looped almost infinitely.  Let’s also call attention to the mid-track break.  The subtle addition of claps, some bongos, a heavy breath, and a small amount of overdub on the guitar is simply stunning – especially given the style of productions in 2006.

The track continues to be a forward-thinking influence.  Its methodology continues to permeate the production background, and its sound remains this true-to-form Drum & Bass.  If you’re looking for a groovy Drum & Bass track, look no further than “Flamenco.”

Oh… and fun side note — This author was lucky enough to pick up a Picture Disc when the track released.  Never seen a Picture Disc?  It was a vinyl pressed with the album artwork onto the actual vinyl record.  Curious what it looks like?  Check out the disc below, which was taken far better than what I can provide:

Check out Sub Focus – Flamenco on YouTube:


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Matt "MyStro" Schaitel

Matt "MyStro" Schaitel

MyStro's been embedded for years in dance music industry - finding the passion during the early years of the internet when in 6th grade. Since the passion began, he's done a bit of everything - DJed in Ibiza, promoted and thrown his own parties, VJed, created promotional material, worked A&R for labels, and of course, wrote for blogs. Now he is here with EDM Identity, ready to make waves with his honest and unique perspective honed through years of varied experiences in the industry.

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