Mix Of The Week – Aero [RAWCAST177]

This week’s Mix Of The Week is fresh off the shelf with an array of hypnotic and slamming techno as Aero provides a mix for the highly acclaimed Raw mix series, better known as RAWCAST. RAW, who are renowned for their global events and compelling label releases welcome Aero as the 177th entry to the series, joining the likes of Daria Kosolova, AIROD, Chlär, Grace Dahl and Echoes of October now as part of the RAWCAST alumni. Stellar.

Aero has earned himself the title of one of the leading names involved in spearheading a new wave of Irish techno that is steeped in relics of the genre’s past, yet remains persistent in its fascination for the future.

The Dublin-based artist has drawn inspiration from a culmination of places, soaking himself in music from pinnacle cities in terms of technos deep-rooted history such as Detroit, Berlin, Birmingham, Amsterdam, Naples and so on. Aero’s style is devoted to his fascination with the genre’s legacy and is characterised as tough and gritty, as well as relentlessly funky.

Aero, who finds himself with no shortage of musical accolades that he has gained throughout his musical journey so far has performed at some of the biggest stages Ireland has to offer in recent times. Performing at club shows right across Ireland and abroad as well as some of the country’s biggest festivals like Life Festival and Electric Picnic.

Additionally, Aero’s production output consists of a slew of straight-to-the-point slamming techno. This includes a flurry of digital-only releases on Blackaxon, Fever Records, Concrete Berlin and more. Not to mention his first full physical release with Gurriers, titled ‘Shelter’ which has received massive support from some of dance music’s most sought-after names that include Ben Klock, Dax J, DVS1, and more.

Focusing on this hour of power, you can dive straight into this mix that is filled with uncompromising selections that Aero sifts through seamlessly. Showcasing his depth of skill that outlines the feeling of tension and release throughout, which makes for optimal listening and coherent feeling from the off. This is your perfect Friday soundtrack. Give it a listen, you won’t regret it.

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