Eclectically Challenged

As a self-confessed lover of rock music, it is very rarely I come across a dance song that I immediately fall in love with, but I Need Air by Magnetic Man is exactly that. It contains all the hallmarks of a classic, huge, dance tune, but the lyrics help enfuse this piece of dubstep with a bit of class. I am by no means a dubstep expert and often struggle to see the appeal of it outside of a club, due to the frequently repetitive nature of dance music in general. However, every now and then along comes an exception; I Need Air is one of those.  I cannot pretend that the lyrics are exceptionally sophisticated but they blend perfectly with the music to give a song worthy of becoming a club classic another level which makes it a fantastic song in its own right, independent of setting. And, actually, more than just being that rare dance tune that I enjoy, it has helped me understand why dubstep has become the force it has among dance fans, as it is perfect for a night out forgetting all your troubles, but equally can be enjoyed as a track in its own right when you are in the mood for simply sitting and listening.  So I present to you a track that has begun to educate me in the ways and appeal of dubstep, and which I look forward to seeing live at Reading Festival at the end of the month…