Alan Fitzpatrick - Trance, Init - Drumcode - Dc173 Apr 2026

A raw, jungle-inspired record sampling mc r1bbz from an old LTJ Bukem tape pack, tipping its cap to early M25 raves.

It avoids the "formulaic" trap some critics associate with big-room techno by injecting a human touch and historical context into its production. Part of the DC173 EP Alan Fitzpatrick - Trance, Init - Drumcode - DC173

Designed specifically for massive festival moments, the breakdown builds a sense of communal joy that was built to serenade global crowds. A raw, jungle-inspired record sampling mc r1bbz from

A certified main-room anthem with sharp, pounding drums and an ethereal atmosphere. A certified main-room anthem with sharp, pounding drums

Alan Fitzpatrick’s relationship with Adam Beyer’s label spans over 14 years, beginning with his first release Static (DC56). Releases like DC173 demonstrate why he has remained a cornerstone of the label’s sound, bridging the gap between historical UK rave influences and modern, polished techno.

"Trance, Init?" served as the final chapter of a powerful three-track EP that solidified Fitzpatrick’s status as a Drumcode stalwart:

Experience the festival-ready energy of 'Trance, Init?' for yourself: Alan Fitzpatrick - Trance, Init? - Drumcode - DC173 drumcodeofficial YouTube• Apr 19, 2017