Kander returns to Teletech with ‘Higher State’, an absolute weapon that channels the spirit of UK rave culture into the heart of the Future Dance surge. Pulling major inspiration from UKG, and breakbeat, the record lands as a statement rooted in heritage but aimed at the now.
From the first bars, rambunctious grooves and rolling percussion drive the track forward. Emotive piano lines cut through with purpose, while a roaring bass injects weight and urgency. Soulful vocal licks thread through the mix, adding warmth and lift without diluting the pressure. It’s euphoric but controlled. High impact without losing clarity.
‘Higher State’ moves with intent. The arrangement swells and releases in waves, stacking harmony and tension before opening into hands-in-the-air moments designed for packed rooms and open-air stages alike. It captures that feeling of collective release, of unity through sound, while keeping its edge firmly intact. For Kander, the release reflects his Manchester roots and long-standing connection to the UK underground. The industrial grit of his hometown runs through his productions, even when the energy turns uplifting. It cuts him out from the rest, as an artist capable of fusing forward-thinking techno with the UK’s rich rave legacy.
Kander continues to shape the conversation around modern hard dance. ‘Higher State’ arrives just as summer approaches, primed for festival fields, sweat-soaked basements and everything in between.
