Crescenzo delivers deep, hypnotic grooves with a dark, sensual edge. He reads the room with precision, guiding dancefloors through energy-driven journeys across Montreal’s leading house and techno venues.



In this conversation, we explore the stories behind Crescenzo’s sound, delving into his background, inspirations, and significant life events. He also reflects on his recent mix recorded for Husa Sounds and shares insights about his latest release, “Mystic Night,” on the Saisons Musique label.

 

 

When did your djing journey start and what was special about it? 

My journey into the evolution of music started when I was 18 years old. My best friend Samir and I started a mobile DJing company, which we called DJ4LIFE Productions. Our main events were weddings, birthday celebrations, school dances, etc. I got to learn to play for a variety of people who enjoyed all different styles of music. As my career continued to grow, I got into playing more in commercial bars and clubs. This allowed me to focus more on reading what the crowd wants and keeping a vibe going. I soon started to stray away from the commercial stuff and Top 40, as I felt the music was lacking depth and meaning. I felt more like a jukebox than an actual DJ meant to make the crowd discover new music. It has been a never ending journey of new discovery of music and sounds. My past has shaped me into the artist and DJ I am today. It has taught me to trust my instincts, play not for the crowd but with the crowd, and never forget to also play with my heart.



Share a track that changed your view of music

The year was 2014. I remember clearly one night driving home after I was DJing in a commercial club. The radio DJ played a track called Crossing Borders (Pleasurekraft Remix) by Booka Shade. Crossing Borders (Pleasurekraft Remix) by Booka Shade 

Everything about this track, from the catchy bassline to the housy synth stabs and cool vocals, caught my attention. The arrangement was out of the ordinary from everything I had heard and played at that time. I was captivated by how different it was and how my ears were so attentive to all of the new sounds. This track felt less like a song but more like a state of mind. It bridged the genres of house and techno perfectly. From this moment on, I went into digging further into this sound and found myself in the underground scene of music.

 

 


Tell us something that people don’t know about you

Respiratory therapist by day, DJ by night. One of my personal achievements that I am very proud of is my education in the healthcare system and my work as a respiratory therapist. I graduated and started working in hospitals in 2012, caring for patients of all ages, from neonates, teens, adults, and the elderly in ICUs and emergency rooms. I actively continue to treat patients today, now in the operating room, putting them to sleep and keeping them asleep during their procedures. It has been a field that I have deeply loved since the beginning, and maintaining a healthy balance between this and music has kept me grounded. It has taught me how precious life can be and how we should never take a day for granted.

 

 

 

Can you share a transition you had in your life lately? 

A little under two years ago, I took the decision to quit drinking alcohol. Our scene is filled with substance abuse and alcohol consumption, and being around it every weekend was taking a toll on me. I felt that some change was needed, and if I wanted to continue to pursue this career in music for my whole life, I needed to quit drinking. Alcohol was having a grasp on me, and I was building a dependency towards it. My nights DJing consisted of drinking, and I realized only lately that I was using it to have fun. I quit drinking to prove to myself that I was, in fact, doing music because I loved it. Since I’ve quit, I’ve been able to find my love for music again naturally. The moments that I share with everyone on or off the dance floor now feel more real.

 

 

 

You released your first track ‘’Mystic Night’’ on the album Ensemble III Montreal on Saisons Musique, what did this milestone mean to you?

When I was approached by one of the A&R members of Saisons Musique to send some material for a potential upcoming Montreal VA release, I was thrilled. Being part of this special label alongside some of Montreal’s most talented and humble artists felt just right. Knowing this would also be my first release, I got to work on completing Mystic Night as quickly as possible. This track was the first piece of music I felt comfortable sharing with the world, and this release meant a great deal to me. After spending over five consistent years in the studio, learning and practicing the intricate art of music production, this release felt like a major achievement. I have since been devoting more time to producing, having rediscovered my love for this craft, and I’m excited to share my upcoming projects in 2026.

We are happy to release a mix you recorded for Husa Sound, can you elaborate on the idea behind it?

I have always found making mixes to be a difficult task. There’s something about being alone in your studio, trying to put together music that you think fits, without any reaction or vibe from a crowd on the dance floor. It’s a process I’m still working on improving. For this mix, I decided to focus on tracks that are deep, yet still within my realm of hypnotic and groovy tunes. It’s a warm and easy listening set, which also includes Mystic Night as the closing track. It felt just right to end it this way. I love sharing music with the world, and making mixes is a great way to do that, but in the end, I feel the best way to truly experience and understand a DJ or artist is to see them performing live in their element.


Last words you would like to share with our readers?

I’d like to wrap up this interview with a heartfelt thank you to the entire Husa Sounds team for inviting me to share not only my music, but a deeper look into my personal journey with all of you. Let’s continue to stay inspired and support one another in this chaotic world because where words fail, music speaks. Life without music and dance would feel empty, so let’s stay inspired and keep creating.

Love,

David