WRITTEN BY JEREMY BISPO – UNABRIDGED / AS YOU LIKE IT FOUNDER AND FOR·MA·TIVE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF.
Unabridged explores the roots of dance music through deep dialogue, live events, and archival work, honoring Detroit’s legacy and its ongoing influence on the Bay Area underground.
Quarter One of Unabridged: Detroit Incoming spotlights hand-selected artists at the center of Detroit’s global impact. Second-, third-, and fourth-generation contributors whose relevance resonates today, each actively touring worldwide, releasing mixes, podcasts, and original music that continues to inspire.
We’ve gathered mixes and releases from the campaign’s artists into one expansive SoundCloud playlist. If you notice something missing, we’d love to hear from you. Email us at 313@unabridged-sf.com and share your favorites—we’ll follow up with a future article highlighting your suggestions.

