Hansonic
Tell us more about yourself & your music career?
Music runs in my blood. My father enjoyed playing the piano at home, and as a child, watching him eliminated my fear of the piano and exposed me to various melodies. My mother’s love for 80s English music filled our home with joy during my childhood.
In school, I gravitated towards playing the drums and, through hard work, earned the position of drummer for our school band, which I thoroughly enjoyed.
I was introduced to electronic music in my late teens when artists/groups like Supermode, Moby, Roger Sanchez, and Deep Forest dominated the scene. I spent countless hours buying CDs from our neighborhood music store to listen to at home.
I started DJ-ing infrequently in my late teens but eventually took a break due to life’s demands.
Only recently have I started producing music. Fortunately, I found an exceptional teacher and mentor named Mark Farry, who has guided me through the process.
I find inspiration in a variety of organic and natural sounds, which I incorporate into my productions and DJ sets. Gregorian lyrics, Afro beats, and Indian vocals/instruments appeal to me tremendously, although my love for sounds is constantly evolving.
How would you describe your style of music?
I produce organic and melodic house with elements of Indian/Middle Eastern instruments. I enjoy experimenting with various styles of vocals and melodies to fit my productions, often combining previously incompatible sounds.
Where do you find inspiration?
I find inspiration in other incredible artists and the abundance of beautiful music available today. Nature is also my best guide, and my wife serves as my muse.
Describe how music is important to society.
Today, music is more important than ever. As society becomes divided, music transcends boundaries and unites people under one roof, evoking a plethora of positive and uplifting emotions that create a sense of satisfaction and unity. Music should know no boundaries or languages.
What is your best time of the day to create?
I can create at any hour. I can switch the world off in an instant and activate my inner meter to produce because it is who I am, not just what I do.
Who are your musical influences?
I have too many to count, but I love Volen Sentir, Shingo Nakamura, Elliot Moriarty, Deep Forest, Sebastien Leger, Guy J, among others.
What is the most difficult thing about being a musician?
Nothing! It’s all beautiful and part of the journey.
What has been your biggest career highlight so far?
Getting my music released on three amazing, prominent music labels within just four months of starting my production journey.
Where do you find inspiration?
I find inspiration in other incredible artists and the abundance of beautiful music available today. Nature is also my best guide, and my wife serves as my muse.
What are your latest releases?
I released a track called “Enchanted World” on Suprematic Sounds, which has been performing really well. I have a track called “Tantra” coming out with Cafe De Anatolia on July 20th, and I just signed a track called “Find The Nomad” with Tibetania Records, set to be released in August. But there’s much more in the pipeline!
What is your connection with Cafe De Anatolia?
During the pandemic, I discovered Cafe De Anatolia’s incredible YouTube channel and got hooked on their releases. When I started producing music, I created a track that I thought would match their vibe, and I was right.
The track itself is a groovy piece where I’ve incorporated an Indian instrument called the “sitar,” a stunning vocal as a background score, and a powerful melody that surprises and captivates the ear midway through the track.
It was a labor of love!
Are you working on something new?
Yes! I’m currently working on three new singles, and I can’t wait for the world to hear them.
What’s the best piece of advice another musician ever gave you?
“Music is a feeling. It cannot be intellectualized.”
What’s your process for dealing with performance anxiety?
Listening to my productions and having the confidence that I’ve created something worthwhile.
Do you have any advice for aspiring musicians? If you find yourself creating remixes of tracks in your head while listening to music (as was the case with me all the time), or if you’re even slightly curious about what you can create, shut the world out and create. You never know what will manifest from it.
How did COVID-19 change the terms of the music industry? How did it affect you?
I believe that COVID-19 has led to an increase in the number of producers and musicians worldwide, which is fantastic! I personally started producing music during the pandemic, and it was a gift.
Upcoming Release: Tantra (Original Mix) by Hansonic (20th of July, 2023)