Key · BPM · Camelot

Choo Lo

The Local Train

Key
E Major
BPM
146
Camelot
Open Key
7d

At 146 BPM, Choo Lo by The Local Train sits in E Major (Camelot ). This tempo and key combination is common in dance and uptempo music. Below are the chords, scale notes, and harmonically compatible keys for mixing or producing in this groove.

Choo Lo by The Local Train is a high-energy song with a driving tempo of 146 BPM, creating a sense of frenetic energy. The key of E, often used in rock and pop music, adds a bright, uplifting quality to the song. The E key also provides a strong foundation for the song's catchy melodies and guitar riffs, making it a compelling listen. The song's overall vibe is infectious and energetic.

Why people are learning this

Choo Lo by The Local Train is arguably one of the most iconic electric guitar anthems in modern Indian rock. On Reddit's guitar communities, discussions frequently center around dialing in the right tone for the legendary intro solo—specifically balancing overdrive and delay. Beginners attempting the song on acoustic guitar often struggle to replicate the sustain and energy of the original track.

Recent TikTok trends have seen a resurgence of the song's outro being used in cinematic, emotional edits. This has led to a spike in requests for tutorials on the outro solo, with many learners finding the fast alternate picking and string bending challenging to master without prior lead guitar experience.

Scale & Notes of E Major

The E Major scale is built from these seven notes:

EF#G#ABC#D#

Its relative key is C# Minor (same notes), and its parallel key is E Minor. If you're transposing or looking for a vocal-comfortable key, those are the natural neighbours.

Chords in E Major

The seven diatonic triads in this key — the chord palette most of the song will draw from:

DegreeChordQuality
IEMajor
iiF#mMinor
iiiG#mMinor
IVAMajor
VBMajor
viC#mMinor
vii°D#dimDiminished

Indian Classical: the Bhairav thaat

In Hindustani classical terms, E Major maps to the Bhairav thaat (Western mode: Double Harmonic Major (Byzantine)). Double Harmonic Major scale — the same exotic scale used in Middle Eastern and flamenco music. Two augmented 2nd intervals give it a dramatic, ancient quality. Also called Byzantine or Arabic scale. Traditional listening time: Morning (dawn, 6–9 am).

If you want to sing or practise in this key, set your tonic (Sa) to E. Ragas built on this thaat:

  • BhairavFull Double Harmonic scale — augmented 2nds on Re and Dha. Austere, devotional, meditative.
  • Ahir BhairavDouble Harmonic with ♮6 in ascent — gentler character. Soothing, contemplative (Morning).
  • RamkaliDouble Harmonic with ♯4 (adds Lydian touch to Bhairav). Serious, traditional.
  • KalingadaDouble Harmonic, omits 6th — sparse and austere. Grave, solitary.

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Harmonic mixing (for DJs)

Choo Lo sits at Camelot . For a smooth harmonic transition, mix it with tracks in 11B, 12A, 1B — adjacent keys on the Camelot wheel that share most of their notes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What key is Choo Lo in?

Choo Lo by The Local Train is in the key of E Major (Camelot –, Open Key 7d).

What is the BPM of Choo Lo?

Choo Lo has a tempo of 146 BPM, which falls in the uptempo range.

What genre is Choo Lo?

Choo Lo by The Local Train is a 2010s track. The uptempo BPM gives it an energetic, driving feel.

What is the relative key of E Major?

The relative key of E Major is C# Minor — it shares the same notes and is harmonically compatible.

Which Camelot keys mix well with Choo Lo?

For harmonic mixing, – blends smoothly with 11B, 12A, 1B.

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