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This is a two part, two hour journey into the world of Nero, and the incredible Legacy they have left behind in dubstep.

As a lifelong lover of music and a huge fan of Nero and what was once great dubstep, I wanted to arrange and showcase their incredible catalogue of proper bass music. This era was the last time dubstep was produced in a manner considerate of the overall journey and soundscape of DJ'ing and presenting music in a fashion that enables the listener to get lost in the journey and experience something more than just a DJ spinning a track in a club. Besides producing amazing radio worthy vocal songs full of soul and re-playability, they have always remained true to the original dubstep sound, by incorporating a foundation of melody, atmosphere and emotion, before accenting it properly with the wobbles and dub synths we love for shock value.

This mix consists of 37 originals and remixes from Nero. In order to present the music in the progressive journey format that people love and respect from house and trance music, 30 of the 37 tracks are edits that I re-arranged to allow for seamless blending and continuity of the mix. Considering all different BPMs, energy and styles of music they have, this was carefully crafted to excite and envelop the listener in a progressive tale of bass music. There is not one other presentation of this music in this way I am aware of, making this a true 1 of 1 mix, in the world.

The journey is crafted as I would expect an epic club or festival set to be; opening with attention grabbing, high energy tracks with big drops. Progressing into their engaging house tracks & well known vocal arrangements. As it develops, it dives deeper into the entrancing and orchestral tracks that they have solidified their reputation on. We visit all styles of dubstep from 2009-2015 in this mix, coming to a close with the beautiful and melodic remixes and originals that keep the energy strong while engaging the heart and soul and letting the listener down softly, as we reflect on the incredible musical road we've just traveled. Just when we're saddened by the realization it has almost come to an end, there is always.. one more song.

If you're an old dub head, you'll know most of these nostalgic tracks. If you're a new dub lover, may this show you a different side to dubstep than you may be used to, and let it inspire you to think about things differently and try something new... or old.

Enjoy, and blessings to all dubstep fam that may hear this.

Credits:
(Part I)

Nero - Guilt
Nero - Guilt VIP
Nero - Dark Skies
Nero - Welcome Reality VIP
Nero - Angst
Nero - Won’t You
Nero - Innocence
Nero - Innocence (ReOpened)
Nero - Satisfy
Nero - Circles
Nero - Etude
Nero - Two Minds
Nero - Doomsday
Nero - Act Like You Know (Dubstep Mix)
Nero - Crush On You
Nero - Promises
Nero - Me & You
Nero - Tonight
Nero - Between II Worlds
The Aliens UK - Exterminate 2016 (p0gman Remix)
Nero - This Way

(Part II)

Nero - In The Way
Nero - Must Be The Feeling (Flux Pavilion & Nero Remix)
Deadmau5 - Ghosts N Stuff (Nero Remix)
Nero - Reaching Out
Calvin Harris - Feel So Close (Nero Remix)
Nero - Choices
Nero - It Comes And It Goes
Nero - The Thrill
Nero - What Does Love Mean
N.E.R.D. & Daft Punk - Hypnotize U (Nero Remix)
Chase & Status - Let You Go (Nero Remix)
The Streets - Blinded By The Light (Nero Remix)
MJ Cole - Sincere (Nero Remix)
Nero - Into The Night
Nero - Into The Night (’88 Remix)
Nero - Wasted

The Legacy Mix

Nero - The Legacy Mix (Part II)

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A life long love, deep passion and understanding for music, is the foundation of Orlando native, Derek Fereal. His early years were spent learning piano and playing drums, as well as writing, producing and recording original hip hop arrangements. Since the comeback of electronic music in 2010, Derek found himself deeply infatuated with the art of mixing records and the club scene, due majorly to a huge Orlando weekly event, Takeovr.

Over the last 12 years, Derek has immersed himself completely in the art of DJ’ing, collecting tunes and spinning music across all genres. Introduced to the scene by dubstep, influenced by house, and furthermore educated by trance, Derek has an undeniable ear for music and a unique talent behind the decks.

Now equipped with a soul purpose, he primarily focuses on crafting and delivering the perfect journey for every occasion. He is also known for producing and programming creative lighting designs and installs. In some intimate settings, you can catch him spinning late night sets and running his own light shows. With an undying passion and knowledge of sound, Derek Fereal is unwittingly the definition of undiscovered raw talent.

Find more of my mixes from my lifetime at the Mixcloud link below.

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