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Dubstep · 2021

Sideways

ILLENIUM, Nurko, Valerie Broussard

142

BPM

7B

F Major

Peak time

Energy

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Sideways by ILLENIUM, Nurko, Valerie Broussard is a bass-forward Dubstep / Melodic Dubstep track at 142 BPM with high drive and balanced groove. At 87% energy, it delivers peak-time intensity.

Released 7 May 2021 · 4:11 · 58% mood · -10 dB loudness

The feel

Groovebalanced
Bass weightforward
Drivehigh
Warmthwarm

The bass weight is the story here — 72% puts it in the upper tier of the catalog. Lead with it.

Where it lives in a set

WARM-UPBUILDPEAKCOOL

87% energy places it in the peak — the top of the night — full commitment, the room is already yours.

About ILLENIUM.

ILLENIUM is an electronic dance music producer and DJ known for melodic bass and progressive house compositions. His work blends atmospheric soundscapes with energetic production across albums and singles released…

129

Median BPM

10B

Top key

2015–2025

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Quick answers.

What BPM is Sideways?

142 BPM — squarely in dubstep territory, mixable within roughly 137–147 BPM without pitch artefacts.

What key is Sideways in?

F Major — 7B on the Camelot wheel. Harmonically compatible with 7A, 6B and 8B.

What mixes well with Sideways?

Tracks in 7B, 7A, 6B or 8B between ~137–147 BPM.

Where does Sideways fit in a DJ set?

Peak-time weapon — 87% energy with a steady groove hits hard and holds the floor. Drop it when the room is already yours.

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