Adventures In Techno Soul – Paul Hannah’s Forgotten Gem
Alright, so let’s talk about Adventures In Techno Soul, this kinda slept-on album by Paul Hannah that dropped back in '95. If you’re into stuff like Techno or Tech House (and honestly, who isn’t?), then this UK-born banger might just hit the spot for you. Released under Ferox Records, it's one of those albums that feels like a time capsule from when electronic music was still finding its feet but already knew how to make ‘em move.
Now, I gotta say, there are moments on here that stick with you long after the record stops spinning—like, they burrow into your brain and refuse to leave. Take "Minimalist (Colin Dale Remix)" for example. This track is straight fire. Colin Dale takes what could’ve been a simple tune and flips it into something hypnotic—kinda stripped-down yet layered enough to keep things interesting. The bassline? Ridiculous. It’s minimal, sure, but don’t let that fool ya—it’s heavy as hell. You can tell right away why this remix made waves back in the day. It’s got this raw energy that pulls you in without trying too hard, y’know? Like, no frills, just pure vibe.
Then there’s "Wake Up To The Source"—another standout cut. This one leans more tech house, full of pulsing beats and these weird little soundscapes that feel both futuristic and nostalgic at the same time. There’s something about the way it builds up—you think it’s gonna explode into chaos, but instead, it keeps teasing you, keeping you hooked. It’s almost meditative, like techno therapy or whatever. Not gonna lie, I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve zoned out listening to this one late at night.
The other tracks ain’t bad either—"Adventures Of A New Jack" has some funky undertones, while "Key Follow" rounds things off nicely with a solid groove. But honestly, it’s those two tracks that really stuck with me. They remind you why people fell in love with electronic music in the first place: because it doesn’t need lyrics or flashy production tricks to hit deep.
So yeah, Adventures In Techno Soul. It’s not perfect, but maybe that’s part of its charm. Listening to it now, decades later, it’s wild to think how fresh it still sounds. Makes you wonder what else we’ve forgotten over the years, doesn’t it? Anyway, if you ever stumble across this album, give it a spin. Who knows? Maybe you’ll find yourself waking up to the source too—or zoning out completely. Either way, win-win.
Oh, random thought: does anyone else get hungry every time they hear a bassline like the one in “Minimalist”? Just me? Cool. Moving on.
