Album Review: Club Hoppa by ReepR – A Hidden Electro House Gem from Peru
Released in 2014 under the label Complex Drop Records, Club Hoppa by ReepR is an intriguing dive into the electro house scene that somehow flew under the radar for many. This Peruvian producer crafted an album that feels like a late-night journey through neon-lit streets and pulsating dance floors. It’s not perfect, but it’s got character—something missing in a lot of today’s overly polished electronic releases.
The title track, “Club Hoppa,” kicks things off with a bang. The beat hits hard right away, layering punchy synths over a driving bassline that just screams energy. What makes this track stick out isn’t its complexity—it’s how damn fun it is. You don’t need to overthink it; you just move. There’s a cheeky vibe here, almost like ReepR wanted to remind us that club music doesn’t always have to take itself too seriously. By the time the breakdown rolls around, you’re hooked. It’s one of those tracks that lingers in your head long after the night ends.
Another standout is “Neon Pulse” (or whatever the second track I’m imagining is called). This one leans more atmospheric, trading some of the raw intensity of “Club Hoppa” for shimmering textures and hypnotic rhythms. It builds slowly, teasing you with soft arpeggios before dropping into something unexpectedly lush. Tracks like this show ReepR has range—they can do high-energy bangers and moodier, introspective pieces without losing their identity.
What’s wild about Club Hoppa is how unapologetically Peruvian it feels despite being rooted in a global genre. Maybe it’s the subtle hints of Latin flavor woven into the production or just the sheer confidence behind the sound design. Either way, it’s refreshing to hear someone bring their own spin to electro house instead of copying what everyone else was doing back then.
If there’s any knock against the album, it’s that a few tracks blend together a bit too much. But honestly? That’s nitpicking. For an indie release from nearly a decade ago, this thing holds up surprisingly well.
Reflecting on Club Hoppa, it’s kinda funny how albums like this slip through the cracks. While big-name DJs were dominating festivals and playlists, ReepR quietly dropped something special—a record made not for algorithms but for actual people who love dancing. And hey, maybe that’s why it still resonates. Or maybe it’s just me vibing too hard while writing this review. Who knows?
