Redhead Queen
Can you introduce yourself to our audience?
I’m Redhead Queen — a Bali-based DJ and producer working somewhere between tech house grooves and hypnotic indie textures. Music has been with me my whole life; I spent years just going to parties, soaking it all in, from deep house to tech house and minimal, never once thinking about a career in it. Then one night, at a beach party on an island in Indonesia, I met my French friend Olivier, and the music that night was so good that it’s hard to put into words. He mentioned that the DJ playing actually taught DJing — and something clicked. I realized I could learn to play and choose the music myself, and soon after, that I could create my own tracks too. I couldn’t be stopped after that; I found every teacher I could and threw myself into it completely. With mentorship from Secret Sessions and shows in Ibiza and Bali, I’ve shaped a style built around flow, timing, and a slow-building power surge. My sets are less about a set list and more about a feeling — I don’t just play music, I move energy.
What inspired you to pursue a career in music, specifically in electronic genres?*
I’ve been going to parties since I was really young, and it was always about the music and the dancing — being right next to the speakers, feeling the artist’s energy, catching every vibration they were putting out. I started with deep house and kept exploring from there, chasing more parties and festivals all over the world. At some point, it hit me: what if I could actually learn to make and play this music myself? That thought lit me up. I found teachers right away and dove in headfirst. And because I’d spent years just listening — really listening — things clicked faster than I expected. From there, it snowballed. With every track, I feel like I’m pushing past who I was on the last one. There’s something incredible about being able to speak through music, to send energy out through sound. Honestly, that feeling still excites me every single day.
How would you describe your style and sound?
I’d say I’m not just an artist — I’m more of a conductor for energy, for a whole room of people at once. When I play a set, I genuinely never know what’s coming next. I’m constantly reading the crowd, feeling what they need in that moment, what vibe they’re carrying. I think about why they came, what they need to let go of — the doubts, the fears — so they can find happiness right there on the dancefloor, dance as hard as they want, feel pure pleasure, and carry that into their lives afterward. My music is a way of showing people how easily we can shift ourselves into a new level of energy, and that we get to choose how we feel in every single moment. It helps set people in motion — toward what they want, toward themselves. It sounds like a lot, but honestly, that’s exactly what music is capable of.
ABOUT YOUR RELEASE
Tell us about your latest release.
When I started writing music, the first thing I wanted was to embed real meaning into every track for people. Because through music, we absorb information on such a deep, unconscious level — deeper than almost anything else. With this track, I spent a long time searching for the right words to tell people that living matters right now, right here. After a lot of attempts, I finally found what fit. Then came an even longer search for the right vibe. I tried different voices — I was convinced a male voice would work best, but nothing felt right. Then I simply asked a friend to read the lyrics and record them, and the moment I heard it, I knew: that was it. Her voice landed on the track so softly, so naturally — exactly what I’d been looking for. Have you really listened to what this track is saying?
What message or feeling do you want listeners to take away from this release?
I wanted to wake people up — to start choosing what they truly love and actually live it, instead of waiting. So many of us postpone our real lives for some perfect moment that never comes, and time doesn’t wait for anyone to be ready. I want every listener to walk away feeling that fear has run out of time and that “now” is the only moment we actually have to act on.
Can you walk us through the creative process behind this project?*
I think I’ve touched on this a bit already, but the process really came in stages. I spent a good amount of time on the music itself, searching for that vibe that pulls you in deep while still giving you drive and push — I think I managed to land on it. After that came the long stretch of work on the lyrics and the vocal, which honestly took the most time of all. It was a lot of trial and error until I found the exact recipe that felt right.
How does this release differ from your previous work?
I think this release is where I put the most effort into meaning — making sure the message reaches people as deeply as possible, not just the sound. It was actually a real challenge for me, working not only through music and feeling, but through meaning itself. That’s something I’d never really tried before.
INDUSTRY AND PERSONAL INSIGHTS
(IMPORTANT: mention your collaboration with Cafe De Anatolia)
What do you think is the biggest challenge for artists in the electronic music industry today?
I think the hardest part is that you basically need to be an octopus — eight arms, eight legs, all moving at once. Being an artist today isn’t just about the music anymore. It’s content, it’s every social platform, it’s performing, it’s your image, promo, advertising, labels, relationships, and so much more. It’s so much bigger than just stepping out and enjoying the music.
What role do events, collaborations, or labels play in shaping your career?
Please mention your collaboration with Cafe De Anatolia.
Collaborations play a huge role in an artist’s career — I realized that early on, and honestly, it’s the part I find most exciting. When you work with other musicians, something happens that’s completely new, something you could never create alone. Labels shape your career too. You’re constantly working alongside real professionals, and I’m always amazed by how different and interesting the teams behind each label are. With Cafe De Anatolia, there’s actually a story behind it that means a lot to me. My very first DJ teacher was a musician with huge experience, and while I was studying with him, he told me his group’s tracks had just been signed to Cafe De Anatolia. He was so happy about it — and at the time, I didn’t even fully understand what a label was or how it worked. Now, years later, my own release is coming out on Cafe De Anatolia. It’s honestly hard to put into words how surreal and meaningful that feels.
Do you have any advice for aspiring artists looking to break into the scene?
My biggest piece of advice: do what you love most, and keep moving. Understand that this isn’t a sprint — it’s a marathon. And success always arrives exactly when you’re truly ready for it.
LOOKING AHEAD
What can your fans expect next?
Absolutely! I’m working on music every single day right now, and I’m in this incredible wave of inspiration — a million ideas at once. The challenge now is just keeping up with them and finding the right label to bring them out into the world. I’m sure you’ll be hearing new tracks from me very soon, ones as bright and beautiful as rays of sunlight. The best way to stay in the loop is through my social media — I post every update there as soon as it happens. So come find me, follow along, and let’s ride this journey together.
Redhead Queen – “Time” released on 14.08.2026 via CAFE DE ANATOLIA REC.