Warehouse Days Part 1

In the world of UK rave music, few names resonate like Micky Finn and Vital Elements. Two iconic figures, each with a distinct and foundational role in the evolution of jungle and drum 'n' bass, they’ve spent decades shaping the music we know today. From the birth of acid house in the late '80s to the relentless energy of 160-180 bpm jungle and DnB that continues to fill dancefloors worldwide, Micky Finn and Vital Elements have been there, pushing boundaries and forging the sounds that define the UK’s rave scene.

Their new project, Warehouse Days, is a celebration of that journey—a sonic memoir that takes listeners through the history of the music that’s been the heartbeat of countless parties, movements, and lives. The album is not just another collection of tracks; it’s an expansive exploration of musical influences that have shaped their careers and the genres they’ve helped pioneer.

Warehouse Days is, in many ways, a musical autobiography. It takes us on a journey through the sounds that defined the birth of rave culture, the music that filled the warehouses, and the iconic moments that made the scene what it is today. From the relentless breakbeats and basslines that drive the heart of jungle music to the soulful rhythms of reggae and funk that inspired the earliest rave pioneers, the album is a rich tapestry of genres, styles, and influences.

Micky Finn’s name is synonymous with the early days of acid house, a time when the sound was raw, rebellious, and full of promise. As part of the original rave scene, his work with pioneers of the genre left an indelible mark on the evolution of UK music. The energy and spirit of those days continue to inform his sound today, and in Warehouse Days, he channels the rawness of the past while embracing the future of rave music.

Vital Elements, on the other hand, has emerged as a contemporary force in the roots-influenced rave scene. Half of the powerhouse duo Serial Killaz, Vital Elements has become the go-to producer and remixer for the elite of jungle and DnB. With a deep respect for the foundations of the genre, yet always pushing forward, he brings a sense of innovation to his collaborations that has kept him at the forefront of the scene for years.