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Dubstep · 2020

Hold Me Close

Protohype, Matt Doe

145

BPM

12B

E Major

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About this track.

Hold Me Close by Protohype, Matt Doe is a bass-heavy Dubstep track at 145 BPM with moderate drive and balanced groove. At 61% energy, it works as an energy builder — pushing the floor forward without peaking.

Released 23 Oct 2020 · 3:59 · 48% mood · -9 dB loudness

The feel

Groovebalanced
Bass weightheavy
Drivemoderate
Warmthcool-toned

The bass weight is the story here — 76% puts it in the upper tier of the catalog. Lead with it.

Where it lives in a set

WARM-UPBUILDPEAKCOOL

61% energy places it in the build — the stretch where you're winning the floor, not rewarding it yet.

About Protohype.

Protohype is a dubstep producer and DJ known for heavy, bass-driven sound design and dynamic production. The artist has built a presence within the dubstep community through releases and live performances.

140

Median BPM

4A

Top key

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Quick answers.

What BPM is Hold Me Close?

145 BPM — squarely in dubstep territory, mixable within roughly 140–150 BPM without pitch artefacts.

What key is Hold Me Close in?

E Major — 12B on the Camelot wheel. Harmonically compatible with 12A, 11B and 1B.

What mixes well with Hold Me Close?

Tracks in 12B, 12A, 11B or 1B between ~140–150 BPM.

Where does Hold Me Close fit in a DJ set?

Mid-set energy builder — 61% energy with a steady groove pushes the floor forward without peaking. Save peak-time slots for higher-drive records.

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