This release seems to be the very first Detroit techno / house compilation
I found this one in London, on Candem’s market back in 1993 (March?). Very interesting record from techno and house founders from Detroit MI. With the participation of Mark Kinchin aka Marc Kinchen, D. Wynn, Derrick May, Juan Atkins, Kevin Saunderson, Arthur Forest and even Derrick Carter ! I still play Chez Damier ‘s track. Damier was also, along side George Baker and Alton Miller, one of the founders of the legendary Detroit techno club : Music institute !
Few words about the record
Various – Techno-1 is a classic music compilation showcasing some of the earliest and most influential techno tracks from Detroit, widely regarded as the birthplace of the genre. This compilation brings together pioneering artists whose innovative sounds in the late ’80s and early ’90s shaped the landscape of electronic music worldwide.
Distinctive Detroit Sound features deep, futuristic, and machine-like rhythms paired with soulful, melodic elements, encapsulating the essence of Detroit techno. Celebrated as a representation of the technological and cultural movement that combined African-American musical roots with European electronic influences. This compilation is not just a collection of songs but a snapshot of a revolutionary period in music that continues to influence electronic and dance music today.
