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Mochakk Releases MOTRAXX Volume 2, Spotlighting Brazil’s Fast-Rising Artists

After relaunching his imprint MOTRAXX at the end of 2025, Mochakk continues to build on the label’s momentum with the release of MOTRAXX Volume 2. Conceived by the DJ and producer as a platform for a new generation of artists and electronic music styles emerging from his native Brazil, MOTRAXX is fast becoming a global export for the country’s thriving electronic music scene.

Across its compilation releases, MOTRAXX pairs a focus track with a standout tracklist, personally curated by Mochakk, offering a snapshot of Brazil’s fast-evolving electronic music scene.

At the centre of the release is ‘One Woman Man’ by the duo Solarce Brothers in collaboration with Jame C, a hypnotic, percussion-led cut defined by tribal textures, rolling energy, and relentless groove. The Solarce Brothers have been experiencing a rapid rise in popularity, attracting large audiences throughout Brazil in recent months.

Their international recognition is increasing, as evidenced by their scheduled performance at Nuits Sonores in Lyon in Summer 2026, where they will appear alongside prominent artists such as Ben Klock and Amelie Lens.

Following a series of notable performances last year at Pacha Ibiza, Lost Village, and Brunch Electronik Malaga, as well as concluding Day 1 of Mochakk’s inaugural Calling festival in Malta, the Solarce Brothers are emerging as one of Brazil’s most prominent electronic music acts.

Mochakk MOTRAXX Volume 2
MOTRAXX Volume 2

Regarding the collaboration, Jame C recalls the beginning of his connection with Mochakk and highlights the significance of the current moment for the Brazilian scene:

“I met Mochakk when I was 15/16 years old. I bumped into his songs online and was immediately stunned. I was working and learning a lot at that time and finishing my first productions, so I eventually reached him out to show some of my work and we found something in it. Since then, we haven’t stopped making, vibrating and sharing our love for music.

I was very thrilled with the invite to be part of the new MOTRAXX compilation. Pedro envisions amazing projects and to be part of MOTRAXX alongside all the wonderful talent that he believes and that we see here in Brazil on a daily basis is simply brilliant. It will always be an honor to be around Mochakk and all these beautiful people that are here together building a milestone for our electronic music scene.

Right now, we are experiencing a huge takeover of Brazilian talent around the world. We have released everywhere, with everyone and our tracks play in every single club in the whole world. It is so wholesome to be a part of this beautiful era of our music!”

The Solarce Brothers also reflect on the relationship they built with Mochakk and the impact of the release:

”We met Mochakk at the beginning of last year, after a Carnival party. Although we already knew of each other through the many times we exchanged music online, we had no idea that just a few months later we would be touring together — and that this would mark the beginning of a true friendship.

Releasing on MOTRAXX is a milestone for our project. We’ve always dreamed of being close to the people we admire within the electronic music scene — and Pedro is certainly one of them. ‘One Woman Man,’ our collaboration with Jame C, reflects our intrinsic connection to Brazilian groove while still crafting a sound designed for the dancefloor.

Electronic music in Brazil has firmly established itself as a cultural pillar of the country. The rise of numerous clubs across Brazil, alongside the global recognition of Brazilian artists who now rank among the most renowned in the world, has contributed immensely to this growth.”

The focus track sets a high-energy tone that runs through the entire compilation, with Panna’s ‘Movedizzz’ delivering a driving groove built around sharp snare hits and subtle analogue textures. Closing the release, Analu’s ‘I Don’t Want You’ locks in a bass-driven kick, crisp hi-hats, and arpeggiated synth lines, adding a hypnotic edge that completes the compilation’s balance between club functionality and individual artistic identity.

Solarce Brothers and Analu have collaborated with Mochakk beyond their releases on MOTRAXX, performing last summer at the Mochakk Calling Festival in Malta, highlighting the growing synergy between the label’s roster and Mochakk’s global events. The artists are also mainstays in the line-ups of Brazil’s most respected clubs and festivals, rapidly gaining international recognition through both touring and releases.

With Volume 2, MOTRAXX keeps building its sizzling catalogue, cementing its role as one of the most exciting and innovative imprints in the current global electronic music scene.

As the MOTRAXX series promises more releases to come, each compilation further centres the label’s position as a key player in exporting Brazil’s electronic music culture worldwide.

Listen to the tracks below.

Mind Against, HUMAN404 and Anakim team up for “Late At Night”

Mind Against

Blending emotive melodies with hypnotic club energy, “Late At Night” brings together three distinctive voices within contemporary electronic music.

Mind Against — brothers Alessandro and Federico Fognini — are Italian-born, Lisbon-based artists renowned for their emotionally rich blend of techno, house, and IDM influences. With releases on labels such as Afterlife Records and Hotflush Recordings, the duo have established themselves as one of the most recognizable acts in the global electronic scene.

Their multidisciplinary platform HABITAT, launched in 2023, has evolved into a label, audiovisual show, and event concept exploring the intersection of music, art, and immersive storytelling. Through acclaimed productions like “Dreamcast” and “Walking Away,” as well as remixes for Röyksopp, Adriatique and Moby, Mind Against continue to refine a signature sound built on cinematic synth work, driving percussion, and powerful emotional depth.

Joining them on “Late At Night” is HUMAN404, an enigmatic electronic producer known for weaving atmospheric textures with futuristic sound design. His productions move between techno and progressive electronics, combining introspective moods with club-focused energy.

Completing the collaboration is Anakim, the US-based producer whose releases and performances have earned recognition across the global underground scene. Blending techno with indie-influenced songwriting and evocative vocals, Anakim’s music has become a staple in sets by leading DJs worldwide.

Mind Against, HUMAN404 and Anakim Late At Night
Mind Against, HUMAN404 and Anakim – Late At Night

Together, the three artists craft a track that unfolds with pulsating basslines, luminous melodies, and a hypnotic late-night tension built for peak dancefloor moments. “Late At Night” reflects the emotive and immersive sonic identity that continues to shape today’s techno landscape.

The release follows the renewed momentum of CORE Records, which recently returned with a fresh wave of music. On February 27, the label kicked off this new phase with “I Won’t Let You Go” by Rush Avenue, the first in a series of upcoming releases.

Listen to the track below.

Chris Stussy Releases “Darkness,” First Single Off Debut Album ‘Lost’

Following the announcement of his heavily anticipated debut album Lost, Found & Forgotten… on Up The Stuss, Chris Stussy unveils the project’s lead single, “Darkness.” The release comes in tandem with the tracklist reveal for the first six-track chapter of the album, Lost, which is available in full as part of the wider album release on April 3.

Positioned as the introduction to the LP’s three-part concept, Lost gives new life to music once left behind. These are tracks written across different moments in Chris‘s journey, ideas that never quite found a home until now. Rather than relics of the past, they emerge re-discovered, refined, and fully realized.

Darkness” sets the tone for the project with driving intent. Taut percussion and rolling low-end pressure meet subtle melodic tension, balancing weight and restraint in equal measure. It’s a record firmly rooted in the club, yet reflective in mood – a statement that signals both progression and continuity as Chris steps into album territory for the first time.

Chris Stussy Darkness
Chris Stussy – Darkness

The full Lost tracklist, featuring “Moonlight” feat. Elena Moroder, “Side to Side,” “Here for the summer,” “Miraflores,” and “It’s time for a change,” also offer a broader glimpse into the opening chapter’s sonic world, with the remaining two chapters set to be revealed in the weeks ahead.

It’s a carefully curated collection of productions defined by rediscovery: letting unfinished ideas breathe, honouring raw impulse, and reframing the past as fuel for what comes next.

Listen to the track below.

Emi Galván delivers a cinematic remix of Ruben Karapetyan’s ‘Pantheon’

Emi Galván delivers a cinematic remix of Ruben Karapetyan’s ‘Pantheon’, a powerful and emotionally charged reinterpretation from the Argentine producer, released on UV Records.

In his rework, Emi Galván leans into his signature balance of melodic depth and dancefloor intensity. Pulsing rhythms and a warm, rolling low end form the backbone of the track, while evolving synth layers and atmospheric textures gradually build tension and release.

The result is a remix that feels both cinematic and club-ready, designed for those extended moments on the dancefloor where emotion and energy meet.

Emi Galván‘s rise in recent years has positioned him as one of the most distinctive voices in the progressive scene. His catalogue now includes releases on respected imprints like Sudbeat Music, The Soundgarden, Balance Music, Mango Alley, and most recently Anjunadeep, where his collaboration ‘Lunar Circuit‘ with Durante featured on Anjunadeep 16.

Ruben Karapetyan Pantheon Emi Galvan Remix
Ruben Karapetyan – Pantheon ( Emi Galvan Remix )

Earlier career milestones for Emi also include his widely supported remix of Girl I Love You by Massive Attack, as well as his acclaimed rework of Dark & Long by Underworld, both of which became staples in sets from respected selectors including Hernan Cattaneo, Joris Voorn, Guy J, Nick Warren, Sebastien Leger, and Guy Mantzur.

With multiple Beatport chart-topping releases such as Frequency Shift, I Want to Believe, and Supernova, alongside performances across Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Oceania, including Ultra Music Festival Buenos Aires, Galvan continues to expand his global footprint with a sound that is both emotionally resonant and built for the dancefloor.

His remix of Pantheon is another strong example of that balance, a refined progressive rework that adds fresh energy while staying true to the spirit of Ruben Karapetyan‘s original vision.

Listen to the tracks below.

Elements Festival 2026 has announced phase two artist additions

Elements Music & Arts Festival has announced phase two artist additions for its 2026 edition, ahead of its return to Long Pond, Pennsylvania this August 7–9. Entering its ninth year, Elements continues to define the modern camping festival by blending forward-thinking electronic music with large-scale art, participatory programming, and a deeply rooted community culture set within its signature forested grounds.

Set within its signature forested grounds, Elements delivers a wide-ranging sonic journey that spans bass, house, techno, experimental, and crossover electronic sounds.

Elements‘ phase two additions further diversify the festival’s expansive programming, adding top level talent such as techno mad scientist Boys Noize, acid techno powerhouse Charlotte de Witte, driving house selector Matroda, genre-blending beat selector Tiga, the new collaborative dance project of WANKDAT (Crankdat B2B Wooli), and bass house pioneer Chris Lorenzo.

The billing also levels up with feel-good futurist funk duo Big Gigantic, two sets from fast rising bass sensation Mersiv, psychedelic electronic innovators ATLiens, experimental electronic band Dirtwire, dubstep and experimental base force YDG, high-energy bass producer Ray Volpe, rising star Linska, spacey groove-driven Tractorbeam, and Austeria B2B Sharlitz Web.

Elements Festival 2026 Lineup Phase 2
Elements Festival 2026 Lineup Phase 2

These new artists join the previously announced phase one lineup featuring Porter Robinson, Subtronics, Above & Beyond, Chris Lake, Excision, Sub Focus, Of The Trees, Crankdat, Louis The Child (Sunset Set), CloZee (Sunset Set), Cloonee, I Hate Models, Ganja White Night (Sunset Set), LSDream, SVDDEN DEATH, and several more.

“Phase two highlights the diversity of the Elements sound”, says Tim Monkiewicz, Elements Founder. “We’re bringing in techno from Charlotte de Witte, live electronic performances from Dirtwire and Tractorbeam, and a huge range of bass and dubstep artists like Big Gigantic, ATLiens and Mersiv. It’s all about creating a lineup where every corner of electronic music has a place.”

Beyond the music, Elements continues to expand its reputation as one of the country’s most immersive camping festivals, offering large-scale art installations, roaming performances, art cars, and community-driven Vibe Villages alongside wellness programming such as yoga, workshops, and sound baths.

Sustainability remains central to the festival’s mission through ongoing environmental initiatives supported by the site’s solar infrastructure and participant-centered stewardship, reinforcing Elements‘ vision of music, nature, and community coming together.

Tickets available HERE.

Kaleena Zanders and Hayley May Team Up for a Feel Good Anthem “Who We Are”

Kaleena Zanders & Hayley May

From revolutionary vocalist to innovative artist and DJ, Kaleena Zanders joins forces with singer-songwriter Hayley May on their new single “Who We Are,” set for release on March 13 via Helix Records. The track serves as Kaleena’s second single from her forthcoming debut album, Anything Goes.

Who We Are” is a radiant, feel-good anthem that captures the electric chemistry between Kaleena Zanders and Hayley May. Blending Kaleena’s gospel-charged power with Hayley’s soulful warmth over a shimmering, groove-driven beat, the track pulses with unity, confidence, and pure dancefloor euphoria, the kind of record built for golden-hour festival moments and late-night singalongs alike.

Here’s what Kaleena Zanders had to say about “Who We Are”:

“First time I met Hayley May in London, we instantly got along. After our first session, we ended up going to dinner and talking for hours. Since then, we’ve always had the best time, whether we’re razzing each other about relationships or having deep conversations about life and this wild industry we’re in.

We’ve written multiple songs together, but this one felt different. It felt like the one we were meant to release as a collab. She originally sang the demo, and I planned to re-record it later but her voice sounded so incredible and blended with mine in such a special way that I thought, why change it? It’s honestly so rare and beautiful to find another powerful vocalist in dance music and create something that feels this natural together.”

Kaleena Zanders & Hayley May – Who We Are

Discussing the collaboration with Kaleena, Haley May said:

“Kaleena and I had talked about making a song together for so long and when she was over in London we got in the studio. I love how well our voices blend together, the vibe is exactly how we hoped it would be & I feel honored to be part of this track.”

Following her recent debut performance at EDC Mexico, this collaboration signals a defining moment as she gears up for her Anything Goes Tour launching April 13th and the release of her forthcoming album this spring. Fresh off live appearances alongside electronic luminary GRiZ, Kaleena Zanders continues to expand her impact as a commanding live force, while Hayley May broadens her footprint behind the scenes and on record, having penned and delivered tracks for global heavyweights including Lost Frequencies, David Guetta, and Tiësto.

The undeniable momentum surrounding both artists makes this collaboration a natural progression, with both artists building strong momentum, the collaboration feels like a natural fit, bringing together their distinct vocal styles in a way that feels right.

Listen and purchase the track below!

Kaleena Zanders Tour dates

Wed, Mar 25 — Boise, United States — Treefort Music Fest 2026
Thurs, Apr 23 — New York, United States — Public Records*
Sat, Apr 25 — Toronto, Canada — The Drake*
Fri, May 1 — San Diego, United States — EQ Nightclub*
Sat, May 2 — San Francisco, United States — Monarch*
Fri, May 8 — Chicago, United States — Sound Bar*
Sat, May 9 — Denver, United States — Larimer Lounge*
Thurs, May 28 — Los Angeles, United States — The Spotlight*
Sat, Jun 6 — Cadott, United States — Force Fields Festival 2026
Thu, Jun 25 — Montague, United States — Electric Forest 2026
Sat, Jun 27 — Quincy, United States — Beyond Wonderland at The Gorge 2026
Fri, Jul 3 — Surrey, Canada — FVDED In The Park 2026

 

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LP Giobbi partners with Insomniac Records for Femme House Volume 3 compilation

Producer, DJ, and classically trained jazz pianist LP Giobbi has just unveiled Femme House Vol. 3, the third installment of the celebrated compilation series released in partnership with Insomniac Records.

The latest installment of LP Giobbi‘s Femme House compilation album series serves as a curatorial extension of her revered non-profit aimed at platforming and empowering women, gender-expansive, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ members of the music industry.

Femme House Vol. 3 features 11 exclusive tracks with a variety of familiar faces and exciting newcomers, including DJ Minx, Ultra Naté, Dee Diggs, J. Worra, Lena Leon, Sinca, Cristina Lazic, AAT, Philou, EMJIE, Barbara Nicole, Off in LALA, Mini Bear, and MajestyOfDivinity.

Setting the tone for the record, Femme House cofounder LP Giobbi kickstarts the proceedings with the opening track, enlisting the vocal prowess of singer-songwriter blythe (formerly the front woman of the lauded trio, Vaults). “I’ll Stand By You” is a vocal-led house track that acts as a rallying cry to keep human rights and liberties intact. blythe‘s riveting delivery is reinforced by a delightful groove nodding to ’90s house music, with Giobbi‘s piano work bringing warmth and momentum to the track.

LP Giobbi  Femme House Vol. 3 compilation
LP Giobbi Femme House Volume 3 compilation

Femme House Vol. 3 features a variety of artists making their Femme House compilation debut such as Detroit techno artist DJ Minx on “Push The Vibe” with Ultra Naté & Dee Diggs, Chicago-native house act J.Worra on “Mirror Mirror” with Lena Leon, underground house selector Sinca on on “House of Dreams” with Cristina Lazic, groovy house artist AAT on “Built For This“, Parisian born acid house act Philou on “FANCY AF” featuring Lanz Pierce, Belgian house virtuoso EMJIE on “Can This Be Real“, blossoming underground artist Barbara Nicole with “Losing All Control“, and Las Vegas vocalist/producer Off in LALA delivering ethereal house track “Ritual“.

LP Giobbi also welcomes back Mini Bear to the compilation series with her new track “4 ever“.

LP Giobbi teamed up with Insomniac‘s Discovery Project as a guest judge, selecting winner MajestyOfDivinity, which earned her a spot on the compilation with her single “Up In The Club” and granted her a Femmy fellowship in this year’s 6-month-long scholarship program. MajestyOfDivinity will perform as the official Femmy DJ at the Women In Dance Brunch presented by Femme House and Her Dancefloor.

Femme House is also slated to host its second annual Femmy Awards during Miami Music Week at Palm Tree Club after raising more than $30,000 in educational programming for aspiring producers in 2025. Cultural icon Ultra Naté is the recipient of this year’s ‘Voice of House’ award—a recognition of singer-songwriters who’ve molded dance music into what it is today—after Crystal Waters and Barbara Tucker held the honor in 2025.

Here’s what LP Giobbi had to say:

“FEMME HOUSE and Insomniac coming together again is proof that when community and infrastructure align, real change happens.

Releasing this track as part of this project feels bigger than just one song, it’s about building a future where the dance floor reflects the full diversity of the people who belong on it. I’m honored to share new music in a space that prioritizes inclusion, creativity, and lifting up the next generation of artists.”

Listen to the tracks below.

Solomun Outdoor Returns to Destino Five Ibiza for Four Dates in 2026

Solomun

Superstar DJ, Producer and label owner, Solomun will return to Destino Five Ibiza this summer for four open-air appearances as part of Pacha ICONS, the flagship event series hosted at the luxury hilltop resort overlooking the Mediterranean.

The performances run alongside his long-standing Solomun +1 Sunday residency at Pacha Ibiza, extending his presence across both the club and outdoor stages that continuously shape the island’s clubbing culture.

Solomun‘s return to Pacha ICONS follows his closing performance for the series last season, which brought the 2025 program at Destino Five Ibiza to a memorable end.

The event series has grown into the open-air counterpart to Pacha‘s club programming, presenting globally celebrated artists in daytime and sunset settings that blend the atmosphere of the resort with Ibiza’s wider nightlife culture.

Solomun Outdoor Destino Five
Solomun Outdoor

Guests staying at Destino Five Ibiza receive complimentary access to all Pacha ICONS events, creating a seamless connection between the luxury resort and the performances unfolding across its outdoor stage.

The format offers a refreshing vantage point on the island’s dance music culture, shifting the experience from the intimacy of the late night club floor to the crisp winds and openness of Ibiza‘s hillside setting.

The new dates arrive during a period of ongoing activity for Solomun. Alongside the announcement of this year’s Solomun +1 residency at Pacha Ibiza starting May 31st and his Parisian take over at L’Hippodrome De Vincennes that will take place on June 13th, the past year has seen him move between club residencies, headline festival sets, and large-scale standalone performances, including sold out appearances at venues such as Alexandra Palace in London.

His studio output has continued together with his touring schedule, highlighted by his more recent remix of Nina Simone‘s “Take Care of Business” and his new track “Kinesphere“, out on March 6th. The newly announced Destino appearances add an open-air dimension to his Ibiza season, building on his weekly +1 Sunday residency at Pacha.

Solomun‘s confirmed performances this year are set for:

June 11
July 16
July 30
August 27

Tickets and further information can be found here.

R3HAB links with RHODES for “Right here…” from his upcoming LP, “Dream inside a dream…”

R3HAB links with RHODES for the second single from his forthcoming album, delivering a polished blend of emotive pop and dancefloor warmth, while also sharing an unexpected message. “Right here…” explores the tension between uncertainty and presence, the vulnerability of facing change, and the fear that those around you might not stay through it all.

Right here…” also presents a new facet in R3HAB‘s creative legacy. As the final chorus winds down, a voice note from R3HAB begins, like an excerpt from his journal: “You just want that moment to be on a loop, you want that feeling, you want that high, the whole, the whole time, but that high is almost like a drug.”

This unexpected addition expands the song’s scope from romantic uncertainty to a reflection on chasing temporary highs and searching for deeper connection.

R3HAB Right here...
R3HAB – Right here…

Right here…” is a nostalgic and hopeful festival-ready single built on sweeping melodies and gently rolling synths. RHODES‘ aching vocal performance carries the emotional weight, longing for distant love while melancholic synth textures provide warmth and lift. The result is a smooth, sunlit crossover cut that balances radio accessibility with dancefloor sensibility.

Here’s what R3HAB had to say about the single:

“Right here…” is about feeling overwhelmed by uncertainty, and still trying to find peace in the present moment. It’s about holding onto what is real, even while everything else feels unstable.”

With this second taste of the upcoming album, R3HAB signals that “Dream inside a dream…” marks a shift: not only by curating the sound, but by stepping inside the narrative himself.

Listen to the track below.

Exclusive Interview: Ian Asher on Touring, Production and Dance Music’s Future

Ian Asher
Ian Asher

In a short space of time, Ian Asher has emerged as one of the most exciting young names in electronic music. Blending infectious energy with a sharp instinct for what works both online and on the dancefloor, the DJ and producer has been turning heads with his rapidly growing catalog of releases and increasingly packed live shows around the world.

When Rave Jungle caught up with Ian Asher, the conversation moved naturally from the early days of discovering electronic music to the adrenaline of performing for thousands of fans.

We spoke about the mindset behind crafting high-energy records, the lessons that come from touring globally, and how testing new ideas in front of a crowd continues to shape his sound.

From studio perfectionism to unforgettable festival moments, Asher gave us a deeper look into the creative world behind his music.

Check out the full interview below!

• What initially drew you to DJing, and at what point did it evolve from curiosity into something you knew you wanted to pursue seriously?

I’ve been obsessed with electronic music since I was about 10 or 11. I don’t really remember a time before imagining myself building a career around it, this has always been my dream. I’ve always chased after this.

• How has performing live more consistently influenced the way you approach arrangement or energy in your productions?

My music has always been high energy so I don’t see much difference between live and online. If you hear one of my tracks and love it, you should feel like jumping around in your room just like you would at one of my shows. That’s always the goal. So when I’m producing, I’m thinking about that physical reaction, and building around that.

• During periods of strong creative momentum, what does your day-to-day look like?

When I’m in that zone, I’m just fully locked in. I’ll be obsessing over structure, pitching a vocal up half an octave, stuttering it, cranking the bass to 11, just following whatever feels exciting in the moment. There’s no formula behind it. I just love what I love and dive deep into the details until it feels right.

• What excites you most about where dance music is headed right now?

There’s so much incredible music being made all over the world. It feels less like one perspective and more like a global conversation of new voices making dope things. Genres are blending, rules matter less, and people are just following instinct. I get to contribute to that conversation in my own way, that’s pretty sick.

• For someone seeing you perform live for the first time this year, what do you hope they walk away feeling?

I want it to feel raw and real. Just instinct, energy, and music that makes you move. If someone leaves feeling like they experienced something — not just heard a set, that’s everything.

• When a track performs exceptionally well online, how does that impact your creative mindset moving forward? Do you ever feel pressure to replicate success, or do you intentionally treat each release as its own world?

Of course there is a bit of internal pressure, but what makes a record great is that it is a new spontaneous idea. So while I learn a lot from success and having big records, I always remind myself to focus on what is new and exciting in the moment.

• What’s a musical influence that might surprise people, something not immediately obvious in your sound, but foundational to how you think about building records?

When I was growing up I listened to a lot of Michael Jackson. He is the king!

 

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• Looking back, what has been your most memorable gig to date, and what about that experience still stands out to you?

My most memorable gig has to be Storm Festival Guangzhou. It’s a NYE festival in China that I played a few months ago and it was absolutely epic, I believe there were around 30,000 people there.

• At what point do you trust a track enough to test it live for the first time, and what are you listening for when you play it in front of a crowd?

I’m a perfectionist so I always try to push myself to play unfinished tracks even when I’m not totally comfortable playing them. There’s no set way of telling when something is ready, it’s much better to just dive in and play it.

• Outside of music, where do you find inspiration that feeds back into your creative process, whether visually, emotionally, or culturally?

It’s so great that I get to travel and tour around the world, outside of music that is where I get the majority of my inspiration.

• What’s a technical or behind-the-scenes skill you’ve focused on refining over the past year that listeners might not immediately recognize, but that’s had a major impact on your work?

When it comes to production definitely mixing. I’ve spent a lot of time learning how to properly mix records, and now I’m having a lot of fun breaking those rules intentionally to come up with new and exciting sounds.

• Have there been any clubs, events, or shows recently, either as a performer or as part of the crowd, that left a lasting impression on you?

I just had a show in San Francisco at Midway. I did it 360 and there were 2800 people making it my biggest headline yet. Totally unreal night!

Ian Asher
Ian Asher

As the conversation wrapped up, one thing became clear: Asher’s rise is being driven by pure passion for the craft and the energy exchange between artist and crowd.

Whether he’s obsessing over the smallest production details in the studio or stepping in front of thousands of fans at a festival stage, the goal remains the same — creating music that sparks a genuine reaction.

With major shows, new releases, and a rapidly expanding global fanbase, Ian Asher’s journey is only gaining momentum. And if the intensity of his productions and performances is anything to go by, the dance music world will be hearing a lot more from him in the near future.

Check out his upcoming shows below!

Ian Asher upcoming shows

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