Earthquake - song and lyrics by Hardwell, Harrison - Spotify
: Use two separate bass sounds (plus a dedicated sub-bass) and apply heavy sidechaining to keep the kick drum clear.
: Use a "Super Saw" melody with at least four layered sounds, then route them to a single mixer channel with sidechaining , EQ, and reverb. Hardwell feat. Harrison - Eartuake
: The track starts with a percussion-laden intro that quickly builds into a "hyped-up" riser.
: Incorporate risers , sweep-ups, and "tape stop" automation before the drop hits to maximize impact. Earthquake - song and lyrics by Hardwell, Harrison
: Harrison’s vocals act as a "pre-drop" summons, commanding listeners with the line, "Jump make the ground shake / Like an earthquake" .
: A "satisfying" drop peaks with aggressive, "on-the-face" synths. Critics note the melody is minimal but effective at maintaining high energy. : Incorporate risers , sweep-ups, and "tape stop"
: Set the project to 128–130 BPM and add a slight swing to the percussion.