They Were

BPM135 Key6AG MinorEnergySustainerTechno (Peak Time / Driving)

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4:54·Released 2005·

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About This Track

They Were by Carl Craig is a bass-heavy Techno (Peak Time / Driving) track at 135 BPM with moderate drive and subtle groove. At 36% energy, it works as a mid-set sustainer — enough momentum to keep the floor moving without pushing into peak territory.

Harmonic Context

At 6A, this track opens up harmonic mixing with adjacent keys, enabling smooth melodic transitions.

Rhythmic Foundation

At 135 BPM, this Techno (Peak Time / Driving) track sits in groove sustainer territory — maintaining momentum without forcing the energy up.

Energy Profile

With 36% energy, heavy bass weight, this track offers a balanced energy profile for flexible mixing.

Track Character

Energy36%

Drive54%

Groove32%

Brightness67%

Bass Weight84%

Tempo135 BPM

Key6A

Minor · 7

4:54

Duration

44%

Mood

-13 dB

Loudness

About this artist

Carl Craig

Carl Craig is a Detroit-based techno producer and DJ known for his contributions to the city's electronic music scene. His work spans peak-time techno and deeper explorations of the genre, released across various…

Median BPM: 125
Top key: 4A · F Minor
Active: 1995
Tracks: 18

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