Scan 7
If you talk about Detroit, and the history of Techno, you are not allowed to forget about the collective: Scan 7. Often mentioned as pioneers of Techno, they are a mysterious come together of 7 members, led by Lou Robinson. They perform with masks, and not a lot of people know their faces. It is just about the sound. Raw, and real from the Motor City.
SCAN stands for to verify and look at closely. The number 7 is symbolic for the 7 letters in the word Detroit - 313 equal 7. In the alphabet the seventh letter is G which represents God the Creator and one spiritual side. Especially in their last releases like „Burdens Down“ & „Thank you Lord“ on the renowned Label „Elypsia Records“, „No place like home“ or „The Resistance“ you can really feel the Gospel influence and inspiration out of church in their productions.
Their sound is special. It goes from original authentic, deep, and dark Techno to experimental, and housy vibes. You can call them a musical full package out of Michigan – but never forget to mention their daily inspiration from their city Detroit, and its culture. The city that always pushes them to go further, and to believe that they can achieve everything they want.
Scan 7 was born in the late 80’s by Track Masta Lou, Vernell Shelton, and Maurice Elohim King R.I.P. 1993 was a pivotal year for Scan 7. First release the „Introducing Scan 7 EP“ was on the fabled Underground Resistance label. 2000 was the year of their 1st live act including members like Track Masta Lou, Detroit’s Own Dj Red Line, Blak Tony, and Nuff. Thanks to Carl Craig they were able to close out the first D.E.M.F underground stage. Other members soon joined such as Dj Deep, Agent Kedi, Tatem, Ghost, and One of 7 who was the first female member.
The youngest member is Mr. Hooper, an exceptional talent out of the Motor City.
He wrote his first song on the piano playing four finger chords at 6 years old and recorded it on cassette. In 2006, at the age of 17, he was introduced to Track Masta Lou, who rejected his tracks for 7 years before he was allowed to be a part of Scan 7. Hoopers productions are unique, very fresh, with a crispy sound which enriches the releases.
Scan 7 really looks forward to 2018 with new releases on well respected labels enroute, and a european tour is planned. Everything is falling in place with Lou Robinsons goals:
„I wanna travel the world with my music, and I would love to reach people from all backgrounds, and culture. I want to tell a story that would leave a mark on people’s hearts with an uplifting message.” United we Scan!!!!