Your journey from mixing at university parties and PolyRad to producing melodic techno in your private studio in Montreal is inspiring. How do you feel your background as an engineer and your first rave experience a decade ago have shaped the emotional and technical depth in this latest live set?

I think a big part of why I started DJing goes back to that first rave experience over a decade ago. I still remember the feeling of completely letting go, being guided by a DJ who had full control—not just technically, but emotionally.

Whether they were leading us into something deep and introspective or dropping a filthy bassline that made you screw up your face with a proper stink face, it felt incredibly powerful. That experience stuck with me, and when I started DJing, it wasn’t just about playing tracks—it was about recreating that same emotional ride I felt on the dance floor.

Naturally, I got obsessed with track selection, then went deeper into understanding how those timeless tracks were made, which eventually led me to music production. My background as an engineer definitely plays a role in how I approach music.

Sometimes it’s a positive, sometimes it gets in the way—but engineers tend to look at problems methodically, and I think that mindset carries over. Whether it’s building a groove or designing a sound, I’m always breaking things down, tweaking, rebuilding.

That being said, I always try to anchor myself in that original feeling—what it felt like to step onto a dance floor for the first time. That’s what keeps me going. This set stands out because it’s entirely composed of your original productions.

What was your creative process like for crafting these tracks, and how did you decide which pieces would come together to tell a cohesive story in this performance?

This set was definitely the most interesting, challenging, and rewarding one I’ve ever played. Being able to perform a full set made entirely of my own productions has always been a goal, and going into it felt like preparing for my first concert.

The creative process was totally different this time. Instead of picking from over a thousand tracks, I had a pool of about 30 originals—so the challenge was to build a cohesive journey from that limited selection. That naturally led me to rework several tracks, and even produce new ones specifically for the night.

I think I spent most of my studio time in the two months leading up to the show focused purely on shaping the flow and energy of the set. In the end, it all came together and felt incredibly special and rewarding. But I’ll be honest—playing your own music live adds another layer of pressure. As a DJ, I’m already critical, but when it’s your own productions, it’s a whole new level.

Mid-set I’ll catch myself thinking, “ugh, this kick is too loud,” or “I should’ve changed that bassline,” or “why didn’t I pick a different synth?” It’s a constant battle between trusting your work and wanting to perfect everything. But I think that tension is part of what makes it so real. The collaboration with If We Rave for this live set feels like a perfect match for your cinematic and driving style.

How did this partnership come about, and what was it like working with If We Rave to bring your vision to life in such an intimate studio setting?

Mike—the guy behind If We Rave—has honestly been one of the most supportive people in my corner over the past year. Ever since he saw me play at New City Gas, he’s been incredibly encouraging and has helped me a lot with branding and social media.

We started talking about doing an IDs-only set last summer, and we were just waiting for the right moment to make it happen. That opportunity finally came with The 306 Studio. It was the perfect setting—intimate, great sound, and just the right vibe for something this personal. Everything came together really naturally.

The If We Rave team did an impeccable job with the production and took care of all the little details that made the event what it was. I’m genuinely so happy with how it turned out, and the response has been wild—our YouTube video is already close to 200K views, which is just crazy!

After delivering this powerful live set, what’s on the horizon for you? Are there new musical directions, collaborations, or live performances you’re excited to explore next, especially given your growing presence in Montreal’s electronic scene?

I’m really excited about this summer! I spent a lot of time in the studio over the winter, and now it’s finally time to share all that new music with the world. I’ve got several releases coming up—most of which were actually premiered during that live set.

That includes three EPs: one on Ilinx, Sasha Carassi’s label, featuring a remix from Montreal’s own Tommy J; another on Einmusika, which is a big personal milestone since Einmusik has been a huge inspiration to me since I first started producing; and a third on Katermukke— to which I owe a lot of love for believing in my sound and supporting me on this journey, since day 1!

There are also upcoming releases on 3000Grad, Surrealism, Rezongar, and a really special remix project for Cirque du Soleil on Frooogs Records, alongside remixes from some of Montreal’s finest talents. It feels amazing to see all these pieces coming together for the summer.

On the DJing front, I’ll be continuing to build on what I’ve been doing, with a few special concept events lined up and some international shows in the works too. Lots more to come!