Vintage Culture

My mornings always begin with music. Today I received new vocals from London for review, and I’m listening to my current productions this morning. The new tracks are sounding strong. My flight to British Columbia, Canada, departs in a few hours. Some last-minute packing is happening while I’m reviewing my music productions, playing in the background.

I’m moving toward the feeling that made me fall in love with dance music in the first place. I wanted this EP to be about my live performances, instincts, tension, and raw rhythms. It’s music for people who want to leave the world behind and just move. Generally, fans don’t initially find my new tracks on the radio. The fans find my music organically: word of mouth, shows, YouTube, or streaming platforms. They share my tracks and talk about the evolution of the sound. The charts and radio have never been my first inspiration. My focus is on following my artistic vision.

Do You is me reminding myself, and maybe others, that success and being artistically safe don’t need to go hand in hand. My idols have always pushed themselves artistically. I try to do the same. I’ve always believed in musical evolution. These tracks strip away everything except the groove and the rhythms. It asks, "Do you still feel it?" It’s a statement, but also a challenge.

Absolutely. I wanted to create something that doesn’t fill every second but still pulls you in. Space was built with intention; the space between the sounds is as important as the sounds themselves. It’s like a breath: quiet but powerful.

My fans in France are important to me. In 2024, I performed at major festivals in France, and I was on the cover of DJ Magazine France. A few months ago, in March, my own headlining show in Paris sold out. Now I have shows in Saint Tropez and Frontignan happening soon. My idea was to give something back to the fans in France. A symbol of my appreciation and gratitude. I want them to know that we have a long-term relationship. I’ve admired Malou’s work long before she was a hit-making songwriter. We talked about creating a fresh sound that was sexy and melodic. Malou also happens to speak French. This was an opportunity to create a song that would reach my French fans and also make them dance at the upcoming shows.

Solomun is someone I respect deeply, not just as a DJ, but as a curator. Solomun was integral in the selection of tracks. Diynamic is a home for music with soul, with edge, with identity. To debut this kind of project on this highly respected label was meaningful. It gave me the freedom to go deep.

Fashion, for me, is another way of expressing ourselves. I consider fashion another art form. Music comes from emotion and passion, and so does clothing design. I don’t want to just wear clothes; I want my clothes to reflect who I am and the music I create. Von Dutch gave me that creative space. I was involved in the design from the very beginning.

It was about freedom and energy. The kind of pieces you'd wear to a rave in 2005 or 2025. It had to feel alive and real. Like something you'd wear forever, because that's when it becomes truly yours.

Unreal. That show was the first time everything came together: the music, the collection, and the crowd. To share that moment in Barcelona with so many people, while wearing something I helped create, was a full-circle moment for me. I’m also residing in Barcelona this summer, which gives me a close connection to the fans.

Exactly. Von Dutch may have started from a different era, but the spirit of rebellion is timeless. Just like music, fashion is cyclical. Classic sounds and styles often experience a rebirth with new generations. We reinterpreted my designs through the lens of club culture, where people express themselves without judgement.

Yes. I’ve been chasing precision for years, and there’s beauty in that. There’s also beauty in raw, emotional songs… In a time of AI, expressing a bit of humanity is refreshing.

My sound is always shifting. In 2026, I will probably sound different from what I do now, in 2025. I will note that my heavy tour schedule has made me focus on tracks for live performances. Having 20,000 fans jumping and screaming in front of you each week has an influence. Promised Land was more expansive, more collaborative. Do You is about stripping everything back and finding the essence of the track. It’s not about leaving one sound behind; it’s about growing into the next one.

Because Brazil is where it started for me. No matter how far I go, that connection never changes. These shows are a way of giving back to the people who believed in me before the world did.

It came from a conversation with my team. We wanted to do something with real meaning. São Paulo is a city of contrasts, huge energy but also a lot of need. This way, we bring people together not just through music, but through positive action.

It means everything. Dance music belongs to everyone, not just to those who can afford tickets or travel. Brazil has deep roots in rhythm, melody, and movement. Making music accessible there isn’t just a gesture; it’s a responsibility.

All of the above. Inspiration waits for no one… When you feel it, you must heed its call. My laptop is my best friend. Some ideas start in airports or backstage, just a loop, a bassline. Then I take them into the studio and build them out. Other tracks begin with a vocal that inspires me. But I’ve learnt not to wait for perfect conditions. Inspiration doesn’t care where you are.

Always. The crowd never lies. If a track changes the energy of the room—makes people close their eyes, raise their hands, or just lose themselves—that’s how I know it’s ready. It’s not about volume; it’s about connection. And the reaction from the audience is immediate; it tells me everything I need to know.

What scares me is not taking a risk. Being too comfortable or creatively stagnant. It’s essential that I push my music further. Risk is the fun part. Without it, I’d feel like I’m repeating myself. I’d rather try something bold and fail than play it safe and lose the spark of inspiration.

By staying focused on the long game. Trends come and go, but emotion doesn’t. I ask myself, “Will I still love this track in five years?” “Does this song have an emotional connection with me?” If the answer is yes, I move forward with the track. If it’s just for the moment, I let it pass.

Success is walking into a room and hearing someone sing along to a track you made at 3 am when you couldn’t sleep. It’s being able to support your family doing what you love. And it’s looking around and seeing people connect to the music in ways you never imagined.

Spending years creating my debut album, Promised Land, and finally seeing its release was certainly one of my biggest milestones. I’m proud of this accomplishment. Hosting my own radio show for a full month on BBC Radio 1 was also a labour of love. The show took hard work and dedication. I’m proud of the results. Reaching Number #1 on the Billboard Club Charts in the USA gave me a feeling of pride. When I look back on the last decade, I remember and appreciate what a wonderful ride this has been.

Dive in headfirst. Doubt is part of the process. Trust isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you build by taking risks and seeing what happens. And remember: your voice matters because it’s yours. Nobody else can tell your story the way you can.