The First by Fazzacore: A Techno Trip You Won’t Forget (But Might Get Lost In)
Alright, buckle up, because we’re diving into The First, the 2014 techno gem from Italian producer Fazzacore. Released under the Terracotta label, this album is like that one friend who shows up uninvited to a party but ends up being the life of it. It’s raw, punchy, and doesn’t apologize for taking up space in your playlist.
Let’s break it down. The album kicks off with “The First (Original Mix),” and honestly? It’s the kind of track that makes you want to clear your living room furniture and just… move. There’s no pretentious buildup here; it dives straight into a relentless groove that grabs you by the collar and says, “Hey, listen up.” The bassline is so thick you could spread it on toast, while the hi-hats ping around like they’re late for an important meeting. It’s simple yet effective—kinda like duct tape or spaghetti carbonara.
Then there’s “The First (Alex ll Martinenko Remix).” Oh boy. If the original mix is your dependable old car, this remix is like strapping a jet engine to it. Alex ll Martinenko takes the source material and flips it into something darker, grittier, almost industrial. The kick drum hits harder than your ex’s texts, and the atmospheric synths swirl around like you’ve wandered into a dystopian rave. This one stuck with me because it feels like it’s telling a story without words—like if Blade Runner had a secret love child with a warehouse party.
Now, I won’t lie—the third track, “The First (Sergei Spatz Remix),” didn’t hit quite as hard for me. It’s solid, sure, but after the first two tracks set such high bars, it feels a bit like ordering dessert after already eating two slices of pizza. Nice, but maybe unnecessary? Still, props to Sergei for keeping things interesting with some clever percussion work.
What really stands out about The First is how unapologetically Italian it feels. No, I don’t mean it’s drowning in mandolins or opera samples—I mean it has that chaotic charm that Italy somehow nails in everything it does. From fashion to espresso to techno albums, Italians just know how to make stuff feel alive.
So yeah, The First isn’t perfect. Some transitions are clunky, and not every remix lands perfectly. But honestly? That’s part of its charm. It’s not trying to be polished or overproduced—it’s just doing its thing, loud and proud. And honestly, sometimes that’s all you need.
Final thought: Listening to this album made me realize something profound. Life is kinda like techno music—you think you know where the beat’s going, then BAM, some random synth comes outta nowhere and changes everything. Weird, right?
