Blawan — N SKA @ Smolna: Blawan | WarmUp Set
Hard Techno · 2h 29m · analysed 20 Aug 2026
About this hard techno set
N SKA @ Smolna: Blawan | WarmUp Set is a hard techno DJ set by Blawan, running 2h 29m. It was measured by the SOONOS multi-agent engine and scores 80/100 overall — club ready.
The engine files this performance as “Promising”.
The DJ's ability to maintain a deep, hypnotic groove while subtly evolving the energy is a hallmark of professional mastery.
How the score breaks down
SOONOS scores this set across 5 weighted categories. The strongest is IDENTITY at 88/100; the weakest is SURPRISE at 78/100.
The final score is capped by measured -: the DSP layer overrides the listening layer whenever it measures an execution issue directly in the audio.
Analysis coverage for this file is 100% — the share of the set the engine could measure with full confidence.
Energy and structure
The energy curve was sampled at 79 points, moving between 30 and 88 on the SOONOS energy scale — a wide dynamic range across the set.
5 transitions were detected and scored individually.
Beat-grid measurement (DSP) reports 1209.3 grid breaks per hour, with a median beat offset of 22 ms.
Full SOONOS analysis
The DJ's ability to maintain a deep, hypnotic groove while subtly evolving the energy is a hallmark of professional mastery.
The 8 dimensions
Score breakdown
TECHNIQUE
How well did you execute?
25%81
TECHNIQUE
How well did you execute?
STORYTELLING
Did the mix go somewhere?
25%85
STORYTELLING
Did the mix go somewhere?
ENERGY
Did you control the room?
20%81
ENERGY
Did you control the room?
SURPRISE
Did you remain unpredictable?
15%78
SURPRISE
Did you remain unpredictable?
IDENTITY
Did the mix sound like you?
15%88
IDENTITY
Did the mix sound like you?
Final score capped by measured execution (-) — weighted average was 83.
Energy arc
Transitions analysed (5)
Long textural blend with gradual EQ handover
A masterfully executed transition where the incoming track's rhythmic noise perfectly replaces the outgoing textures.
Long EQ blend with low-end swap
A textbook techno blend. The incoming track's sub-bass is introduced so subtly it feels like a natural evolution of the first track.
Mid-range layering
Smooth integration of industrial textures. The DJ manages the busy mid-range well, avoiding clutter.
Perfect Blend
Surgical EQ Swap
Technical subscores
88
EQ balance
93
Beat alignment
86
Energy control
93
Tempo stability
86
Loudness control
89
Musical coherence
87
Harmonic compatibility
90
Transition cleanliness
Measured (DSP)
21.5 ms
Beat-grid drift (median)
220.6 ms
Drift p95
8,923
Boundaries detected
204
Hard cuts / h
219
Clipping events
1350
Level jumps
Measurement confidence 100% · analysed on the full audio.
Recurring patterns
Long static loops (6×)
Sections sitting on the same loop without layering, EQ moves or tension shifts (0:00, 7:30, 13:30, 19:00, 25:00, 29:00). Long loops kill dancefloor momentum.
Timeline
- 0:00Atmospheric Foundation
- 8:45Groove Consolidation
- 14:10Groove Lock
- 20:45Atmospheric Shift
Coaching notes
- Maintain this level of technical precision; it is your strongest asset.
- Consider adding a 'wildcard' track that breaks the industrial mold slightly to surprise the listener.
- Use the 15-20 minute window to experiment with more aggressive filter work to build energy faster.
- Ensure the high-end frequencies don't become too piercing during long overlaps.
- Experiment with more dramatic breakdowns to create higher peaks of tension.
- Incorporate subtle melodic elements to add depth and emotional variety.
- Maintain the current level of technical precision in transitions.
- Consider the overall arc of the full set to ensure this segment fits perfectly.
- Introduce subtle melodic elements to provide contrast to the industrial weight.
- Experiment with brief moments of silence to reset tension and amplify drops.
- Use filter sweeps more frequently to signal upcoming rhythmic shifts.
- Experiment with more aggressive filter sweeps to create artificial tension peaks.
- Introduce subtle melodic motifs to add emotional depth to the industrial textures.
- Try layering field recordings or ambient textures to enhance the atmospheric immersion.
- Continue exploring extended blends to maintain the hypnotic state.
- Introduce subtle melodic elements to provide brief moments of emotional relief.
- Experiment with more aggressive EQ cuts to create rhythmic variation within long loops.
- Experiment with more creative transition techniques.
- Incorporate more melodic elements to enhance narrative depth.
- Use more pronounced breakdowns to create greater contrast.
- Ensure consistent energy levels throughout the entire set.
Curious how your own set scores?
Questions about this analysis
- What score does Blawan's N SKA @ Smolna: Blawan | WarmUp Set get?
- N SKA @ Smolna: Blawan | WarmUp Set scores 80/100 in the SOONOS Mix Database (club ready), based on audio measurement plus multi-agent listening.
- How long is N SKA @ Smolna: Blawan | WarmUp Set?
- The analysed recording runs 2h 29m.
- Which part of the mix scores best?
- IDENTITY is the strongest category at 88/100, while SURPRISE is the lowest at 78/100.
- How is this score calculated?
- SOONOS measures the audio with a DSP pass (beat grid, loudness, tempo, energy) and runs a multi-agent listening pass on top. Measured axes always override the listening layer, so an execution issue heard in the file caps the final score.
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