Music Producer, Remixer

Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

A: There are lots of artists/bands I worship from my youth in the 80s, such as Quincy Jones, or Depeche Mode. These guys are just outstanding, but un-collaboratable.. Actually there's one hilarious guy I'd really like to collaborate with - Marc Rebillet. Watch his videos and you'll know why ;-)

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Be yourself. Let it flow and try to go your own way instead of being a copycat. Bring in your very own touch

Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

A: Mainly House Music (Deep/Funky Techhouse)

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: That I'm pretty much creative without having a clear plan. When producing I'm in a flow state and the result can be anything.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: I usually start with the drums and the bassline, which are the most important components for Dance Music. When they're sitting right I use to add whatever needs to be added. Sometimes percussion elements to bring out a clear groove, then already thinking about a song-element which can be a simple chord positioned here and there.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: Back in the days I used to work with a few pieces of outboard gear. Over the years VSTs and all in-the-box solutions got so much improved that I decided to completely switch over to work just with my Macbook Pro, a Novation Midi Keyboard, two JBL speakers (cheap but faithful & reliable). As VSTs I work a lot with Arturia, Native Instruments and U-he.

Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

A: As Disco music is currently getting a huge hype again it's the Glitterbox-Movement that I love to enjoy and gives me inspiration.

Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

A: I mostly do (ghost) productions. Full tracks & remixes for clubs, but also for also pop music for radios.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: Are you following a bigger idea for your career? Are you focussing to be a performing artist on big stages or are you just wanna have fun with a single track?

Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A: Hire someone who's also a faithful consultant with style. Someone who is not just doing what your rough briefing is saying, grabs the money and is gone then. Music is something that needs soul. And - I always want my clients feel a good

Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

A: Generally I'm happy with my minimal Set Up. But I'd like to have an Arp2600, SE-1, Jupiter 8, just to play some sweet sounds while the turtles are dancing around me.

Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

A: I started DJing in the late 80s. But it took my 10 years before starting as a producer. Along with a partner I started the project called Syke'n'Sugarstarr back in 1998. After splitting up in 2013 (we're still very good friends) I continued my solo-career as a DJ & producer. So it's already more than 35 years I'm closely connected with music professionally. But - there's no end in sight. I'm still hungry and wanna tour the world again when Corona has ended finally.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: Years ago I was answering: #FunkyTechHouseWithVocals AndSoul And - it's still the same these days