French electronic music producer and JOVM mainstay LutchamaK continues to be restlessly prolific, contributing “Side of Town” to a compilation released by Mexican electronic label, Brown Traxx Recordings. Clocking in at a little over 5:30, “Side of Town” is a breakneck, no bullshit and no chaser bit of techno that’s specifically designed to get asses to the dance floor, while being anchored around a hypnotic, irresistible groove and his long-held unerring knack for meldocism.

“Side of Town” builds on constant tension but is roomy enough that its individual elements — the shimmering synth melody, the driving groove, the vocal sample and skittering beats can breathe on their own.