May 5, 2023
As the echoes of the early 90s subside, the era of UK rave culture continues to cast a long, vibrant shadow on the electronic music landscape. Among the labyrinthine archives of the era’s classics, one name resonates as both a beacon and an enigma - Illuminatae. In 1993, their seminal record, “Tremora Del Terra,” graced the world with a tantalizing glimpse of techno transcendence. At the time, the track might have been considered a fleeting moment in the rapidly evolving landscape of electronic music.
As we embark on a retrospective journey through the annals of electronic dance music, one cannot ignore the seismic impact of the legendary Chicago-based Acid House group, Phuture. Founded in 1985 by DJ Pierre, Earl ‘Spanky’ Smith, and Herbert ‘Herb J’ Jackson, the trio ignited the dance floors with their groundbreaking fusion of futuristic sounds, twisted basslines, and hypnotic rhythms. Today, we dive into their 1988 masterpiece, “We Are Phuture,” a timeless record that continues to captivate the hearts and minds of those who encounter its entrancing grooves.