Eagles & Butterflies - Three A.m. Page

The Chris Barratt used for this track's lead synth.

"Three A.M." operates at a steady in the key of C Minor , a signature choice that provides a dark, driving energy suitable for "big rooms" and "major moments". Eagles & Butterflies - Three A.M.

How "Three A.M." fits into the like Retropolis or DANCE Vol. 01 . The Chris Barratt used for this track's lead synth

To achieve his distinct "dry" yet "popping" percussion, Barratt layers multiple snare samples, grouping them to apply simultaneous low-pass and high-pass filters before finishing with chorus and side-chain compression. Barratt has noted that his creative process often

The title itself reflects a specific cultural and emotional phenomenon in dance music—the transition from peak club energy to a more introspective, experimental atmosphere. Barratt has noted that his creative process often involves on laptop speakers, a solitary late-night habit that likely informs the intimate yet expansive feeling of this particular piece.