Anarchy In The Club: HiTech Interviewed

In the vibrant landscape of modern music, HiTech have carved out a unique niche by embodying the chaotic, exhilarating energy that defined early Detroit house music. The group’s mission is clear: to disrupt club culture and revive the anarchic spirit of the scene that gave birth to the genre. King Milo, 47 Chops and Milf Melly are taking their Detroit roots and bringing them to the world stage. Whether they’re playing in a packed club in London or a sun-soaked festival in Brazil, HiTech tap into the relentless energy that first electrified Detroit’s underground. Their sonic missive is simple: come to the party, and be ready to feel the music.

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“We just enjoy the vibes,” says King Milo, reflecting on their whirlwind trip to London. “Everyone’s got something cool here: the music, the culture… The fashion here is hard too, people are really dripped out in London.” Their passion for experiencing new places is evident. Despite the hectic nature of touring, HiTech explore and absorb the local culture, a practice that informs their music and helps them connect with audiences globally. “We want to see shit and learn shit,” 47 Chops adds. “It makes it easier to push out a good mantra for everybody to digest what we’re doing.”

HiTech’s sound is an evolving entity, one that remains true to their roots while also embracing the modernity of their experiences. “To be yourself is modern,” explains Milo. “We just talk about things we feel, the experiences we go through that everybody else has.” Their music, a cool blend of ghetto tech and house, is more than just sound: it’s a shared experience that connects people on a molecular level. “It’s like quantum entanglement,” Milo elaborates. “Everybody’s been there with each other before. It feels spiritual.”

The group’s origin story is as eclectic as their music. “It involves debauchery at its highest,” King Milo laughs. Their first meeting, infused with chaos and spontaneity, set the tone for what HiTech would become. “It’s like a skydive; you look at where you’re gonna land and just enjoy the view,” says King Milo, detailing the group’s leap from local heroes to worldwide renown. Their single ‘Spank’, a creative reboot ushering in a new chapter for the trio, retains their signature glitchy style of production whilst gesturing to the future. It’s loud, boisterous and tailor made for the club. “She got beauty, she got brains, she got booty, all in that thing,” 47 Chops teases with a grin. 

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As they continue to gain momentum, HiTech remain committed to their core principles: that of pursuing fun and freedom. “You gotta enjoy yourself,” Milf Melly insists. “Even if some people don’t understand what we do at that moment, we’ll rub the whole vibe down until they see it.” Their live performances are sites of rebellion, famous for their verve and intensity, with speakers blowing out and basslines you can feel in your chest. “We need people to feel the music,” says King Milo. “The trunk’s gotta knock, the shit’s gotta shake.”

This philosophy extends to their collaborations. HiTech are open to working with a wide range of artists, from mainstream stars like Dua Lipa and Beyoncé to anyone with something real and tangible to say. “Everybody’s got something to talk about,” says 47 Chops. “We don’t want a Dove soap cleaned-up statement, we want to hear what you’ve been through.” For aspiring artists, HiTech’s journey offers valuable lessons. Their thrifty attitude, fearless approach and willingness to dive into the unknown has propelled them to global acclaim.

“Prepare to learn yourself and learn people,” Milf Melly advises. “Just come to the party with an open mind and you’ll figure it out.” 

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