MonoPodcast 007 by Dijon Triathlon: A Trip Through Dub, Tech House, and Techno
Alright, so I’ve been jamming to MonoPodcast 007 by Dijon Triathlon lately, and lemme just say—it’s kinda wild how this thing still slaps even though it dropped way back in 2009. Released on Colombia’s Monofonicos label, this mix is like a love letter to anyone into the gritty, hypnotic vibes of dub, tech house, and techno. It’s not perfect, but man, does it have character.
The album starts off with “The Same Routine,” and honestly? That track alone hooked me right away. It’s got this driving bassline that feels like your heartbeat syncing up with the beat—like you’re being pulled into some alternate universe where everything moves slower but hits harder. The percussion is tight, and there are these little atmospheric glitches sprinkled throughout that give it an almost haunted vibe. Not gonna lie, I found myself zoning out while listening to it, like my brain decided to take a mini vacation without asking permission.
Another standout for me was “Safe In The Fire Dub.” This one’s straight-up fire (pun intended). There’s something about the way the synths swirl around the kick drum—it’s both soothing and kinda unsettling at the same time. Like, imagine sitting by a campfire late at night when suddenly you hear rustling in the bushes. You don’t know if it’s a raccoon or a ghost, but either way, you’re glued to the spot. That’s what this track does to you. Plus, the dub echoes make it feel super spacious, like you could get lost in it forever.
Now, let’s talk about the rest of the playlist real quick. Tracks like “Autumn” and “Ei Gaho E” bring their own unique flavors to the table, blending melodic bits with raw energy. And then there’s stuff like “Glitchfu_k,” which is exactly what it sounds like—a chaotic mess of distorted kicks and bleeps that somehow works. Oh, and shoutout to “Silent Whisper (Marko Fürstenberg Edit)” for sneaking up on me with its dreamy build-ups and drops.
What really stands out about this mix, though, is how seamless it flows. DJ Mix credit goes to Dijon Triathlon, and they clearly put effort into making sure every transition feels natural. It’s not just a random collection of tracks slapped together; it tells a story. A weird, trippy, slightly psychedelic story, but a story nonetheless.
So yeah, listening to MonoPodcast 007 made me realize something kinda funny. If aliens ever landed on Earth and asked us to explain human music, I’d probably hand them this album. Why? Because it’s messy, experimental, and full of heart—all the things that make our species so damn interesting. Sure, it might confuse the hell outta them, but hey, isn’t that half the fun?
Catch you on the flip side, space cadets. Keep those ears open.
