Motech Records founder DJ 3000 returns with "So Sheik," a release that operates in the shadows between the Motor City and the Mediterranean. Having carved out a unique sonic identity among Detroit’s elite producers, DJ 3000 moves away from standard tropes to craft a cinematic mirage that blends the mechanical pulse of Detroit with a haunting, orchestral depth.
The production is anchored by the rhythmic drive of the shekere and deep percussion, layered with a haunting fusion of analog strings and horns. Rather than traditional brass, the horns blend seamlessly with the strings to create a lush, otherworldly atmosphere—making "So Sheik" a masterclass in global techno mystery.
True to the label’s roots, Motech #178 is a limited vinyl-focused release, continuing the label's unwavering commitment to the wax tradition in a digital age.
The Remixes :
* LOS HERMANOS REMIX: The legendary Gerald Mitchell takes the helm for an incredible rework that serves as a centerpiece of the release. Mitchell brings his world-renowned musicality to the project, delivering a soul-infused techno masterpiece. By layering intricate percussion with uplifting, sophisticated melodies, he transforms the original into a timeless anthem that perfectly balances Detroit grit with pure emotion.
* ALEXIS TYREL REMIX: Tyrell brings a heavy dose of swing to the package with a version built on clever, syncopated cuts. By meticulously chopping the original’s elements, he crafts a relentless groove that focuses on dance-floor momentum. It’s a super-funky, high-energy take that breathes a raw, percussive life into the track’s core arrangement.
* SALAR ANSARI REMIX: A fellow Detroit mainstay with deep Iranian roots, Salar Ansari offers a masterclass in hypnotic storytelling with a high-tempo edge. He leans into the track’s exotic origins, weaving a tapestry of textured rhythms and Middle Eastern-influenced soundscapes into a driving, immersive rework. It is a sophisticated interpretation that keeps the energy moving while deconstructing the original’s mysterious groove.
Tracklist
A1. So Sheik (Los Hermanos Remix)
A2. So Sheik (Orginal Mix)
B1.So Sheik (Alexis Tyrel Remix)
B2.So Sheik (Salar Ansari Remix)