Hot Picks: Fabio Ferro Shares 10 Peak-Time House And Techno Weapons
Fabio Ferro has spent years moving between house and techno, building a career that has taken him from long-running residencies to clubs across London, Ibiza and beyond. Along the way, his productions have landed on labels including Kaluki Musik and Snatch! Records, while support has come from the likes of Marco Carola, Nicole Moudaber and Richie Hawtin.
Now, the Italian producer is opening a new chapter with Route51, his own label created to give him greater freedom over the music he releases. The imprint launches with the ‘Yo Creo’ EP, pairing the stripped-back Latin heat of its title track with the tougher, swaggering energy of ‘Rollin’’.
For his Hot Picks, Fabio selects ten records currently doing damage in his sets, from rolling tech house and minimal grooves to tougher techno and a touch of classic vocal house.
Javi Galan & Manuel Torcello – Wanna Like That [Mindshake Records]
“A high energy Tech House driver loaded with infectious grooves and Mindshake’s signature peak time punch.”
CASSIMM – Hear Me Out [Toolroom]
“CASSIMM delivers a masterclass in House music grit, combining driven basslines with an undeniable main stage swagger.”
Vidaloca – Ahora Si! [LTF Records]
“Unapologetically Latin infused Tech House that brings vibrant rhythm and non stop movement straight to the floor.”
La Madone – Hit’ Em With This [Mindshake Records]
“Raw, punchy, and relentless. La Madone drops a heavy hitting weapon crafted specifically for late night club madness.”
Taranco, ANTO ZAGU – Feel The Laugh [Under No Illusion]
“A hypnotic Tech House gem built around a catchy hook and a deep, rolling low end that grips you from the start.”
Wheats – G.T.N [BOX RED]
“Crisp, forward thinking Minimal/Tech House featuring Wheats’ unmistakable signature percussion and tight arrangements.”
Paul Ritch – Wall To Wall [Cocoon Recordings]
“A masterful piece of Techno precision, driving tension and wall to wall energy with timeless Cocoon pedigree.”
DAPHNI – Waiting So Long [Jiaolong]
“DAPHNI delivers a wonderfully textured groove that effortlessly bridges the gap between House and organic warmth.”
Da Mob, Jocelyn Brown – It’s All Good (Full Intention Remix) [Subliminal]
“A timeless classic reworked by Full Intention, delivering pure vocal House nostalgia and undeniable dancefloor euphoria.”
Robbie Rivera feat. Elizabeth Gandolfo – My Body Moves (Soul Speech Remix) [Snatch! Records]
“Soul Speech transforms the original into a deep, seductive roller packed with infectious vocals and a lethal bassline.”
Across the ten selections, Fabio Ferro’s current sound comes through clearly: groove first, plenty of low-end pressure and just enough variation to move between rolling house, tougher techno and more nostalgic vocal moments. It mirrors the approach behind ‘Yo Creo’ and ‘Rollin’’, where stripped-back drums, bold basslines and immediate dancefloor impact sit at the centre.
