Hopper by Gary Beck
Techno mainstay Gary Beck drops hugely sought-after cut ‘Hopper’ on SHDW’s Mutual Rytm sub-label Spectra, with remixes from KiNK.
Glasgow-born Gary Beck is a primary figure in techno and has been for well over a decade. Dropping seminal underground classics and cultured full-lengths on an array of leading labels, as well as his own BEK Audio imprint, he has also led the way as a revered DJ as his legacy continues to build. Now, adding to his standout ‘Upside Criminal’ EP as well as his well-received track ‘Fold’ on the ‘Federation Of Rytm III’ VA, he returns with a record that has often featured in both his and Mutual Rytm boss SHDW’s sets, stepping out on the label’s Spectra series with a cut that has long been sought-after by those who know.
A spontaneous studio moment turned club weapon, the timeless ‘Hopper’ merges a syncopated disco bassline with subtle nods to funk and classic dancefloor energy. It’s one of those tracks that lingers in your head long after the night ends – a pure embodiment of Beck’s raw energy and production finesse built on an infectious groove full of contrast and character. Bulgarian synth wizard, hardware genius and tireless innovator KiNK delivered Spectra’s inaugural release, so he lands as the perfect person to remix. His first interpretation stays close to his roots with a house-leaning, slowed-down take that channels warmth and groove in equal measure. On the B2, however, he flips the script with a high-
octane fusion of techno and UKG. It’s a peak-time anthem engineered to ignite dancefloors and closes out a standout EP with the third release in the Spectra catalogue.
Tracklist
| 1. | Hopper (Original Mix) | 4:39 |
| 2. | Hopper (KiNK Re-Rub) | 4:59 |
| 3. | Hopper (KiNK Rude Boy Mix) | 4:18 |
