Substance

Steve Shaden

BPM130 Key4BA♭ MajorEnergyPeak timeHard Techno

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5:43·Released 2017·

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Substance

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130 BPM·4B·Hard Techno

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130 BPM·4B·Hard Techno

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Same key (4b), keeps the same energy, high drive on both — consider a breather, vibe stays consistent — seamless blend

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About This Track

Substance by Steve Shaden is a bass-heavy Hard Techno track at 130 BPM with high drive and subtle groove. At 100% energy, it delivers peak-time intensity.