You’ve described ‘Nightshift’ as born from frustration and struggle. Do you believe hardship is essential for creating powerful art?
Honestly, ‘Nightshift’ came out of a really rough patch. I was frustrated, tired and needed somewhere to put all that energy, so it spilled into the track. Hardship can give music a certain edge and honesty, but I don’t think pain is the only way to get there. Curiosity, passion, even joy can hit just as hard if you put your whole self into it. For me it’s more about being real with whatever you’re feeling than about chasing struggle for the sake of art.

When you’re in the studio, what’s the very first thing you usually do to get into a creative flow?
The first thing I do is slow down and set the mood. I’ll dim the lights, pick a few sounds or loops that excite me, and just jam without judging. Sometimes I’ll mess around on my synth or build a drum pattern until something clicks. It’s less about a strict routine and more about creating an atmosphere where ideas can come naturally.

Your journey started as a DJ before stepping into production. What was the biggest lesson you carried over from the booth into the studio?
Playing as a DJ taught me that, at the end of the day, it’s all about the music not the gear, not the tricks. If the track moves the people on the dance floor, it’s doing its job. I’m always trying to keep that same focus in the studio.

Many producers chase trends but your tracks carry a strong personal imprint. How do you avoid falling into the trap of “sound-alike” techno?
I’m constantly listening to music, every single day. What inspires me most is hearing how great producers express themselves through their sound. It pushes me to stay true to myself, keep experimenting and make what I actually love, instead of chasing what’s trending.

You’ve hosted 12-hour raves and even ship parties. What’s the wildest or most unexpected thing you’ve experienced while running Technogenix?
The wildest moment for me has to be my very first event. I was only 15 or 16 when I organised a 12-hour rave in an old fabric space. I set up my own bar, ran everything myself and had no idea it would blow up the way it did. The place was packed, the police even showed up, and people were having the time of their lives. Some of the most epic moments from that night are better left as memories between those who were there but it definitely shaped what Technogenix is today.

Your music is built for peak-time energy. As a raver yourself, what’s your favourite moment of the night – the build-up, the drop, or the afterglow?
For me it’s always the closing. There’s something about that last stretch of a night when the crowd is completely locked in, exhausted but still giving everything. It’s emotional, almost like a shared goodbye, and I love trying to make that moment unforgettable.

Techno is often seen as both physical and cerebral. Do you write tracks for the body, the mind, or both?
For me it’s both. Techno works best when it hits you on the dance floor but also sticks in your head afterwards. I try to build tracks with enough energy for the body and enough detail and emotion for the mind. That balance is what excites me.

If you could collaborate with any artist outside of techno – maybe from a completely different genre – who would it be, and why?
There are so many artists I’d love to collaborate with, but if I had to pick one it would be Amy Winehouse. Even though she came from a completely different scene, the way she poured her emotions into her voice and songwriting is timeless. Mixing that kind of soul and vulnerability with my techno sound would be something really special.

Looking ahead, do you see yourself evolving toward bigger stages and festivals, or do you prefer staying connected to intimate, underground spaces?
I love the intimacy of underground spaces, that direct connection with the crowd is where I started and it keeps me grounded. At the same time, I want to keep growing and bring my sound to bigger stages and festivals too. For me it’s not about choosing one over the other, but about carrying that underground energy with me wherever I play.