Gary Beck – Hopper

Review: 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.