Commercial Analysis: Joel Corry - I Wish (feat. Mabel) [Westend Remix] 1. Introduction & Context
Westend is highly regarded in the music production community for his educational platform, Kick & Bass , where he actively breaks down his production secrets. In analyzing his specific treatment of "I Wish," several hallmark tech house techniques become highly apparent: Dynamic Low-End Management Joel Corry - I Wish (feat. Mabel) [Westend Remix]
Below is a structured analysis of . This paper breaks down the track from its commercial origin to the specific production techniques that define its sound. Commercial Analysis: Joel Corry - I Wish (feat
Unlike the original, which was structured for quick digital streaming consumption (clocking in at just around 3 minutes), Westend’s extended remix caters heavily to live mixing and club DJs. In analyzing his specific treatment of "I Wish,"
The original track "I Wish" was released on October 29, 2021, by multi-platinum English DJ Joel Corry and Brit Award-winning R&B singer Mabel. Co-written by hitmaker MNEK, the original song is a classic, commercially driven UK house anthem characterized by piano-driven melodies and relatable lyrics about romantic regret.
Tech house thrives on a clean, powerful low end. Westend utilizes aggressive sidechain compression. Every time the kick drum hits, the volume of the bassline duck out of the way for a fraction of a millisecond, preventing frequency clashing and creating a physical "pumping" sensation.
