KHABIAR The Show Starts Now

1.-As you rightly said, it's a whole lifetime devoted to electronic music! When I launched this project, I was clear that I needed to reinvent myself—leveraging my entire background as a DJ, producer, and music consumer to shape my sound. What I struggled most to leave behind were the melodies. I've always identified with them. I believe they communicate things a beat alone cannot, but in Techno, I have to be careful not to overindulge. That said, there are some tracks where I do look for that sweet spot between my past and my present. 'Between Two Worlds' on Planet Rhythm is one of those examples!

2.-When producing music, my goal is always to create a fully formed track. Being on some of the top Techno labels means I have to work hard to ensure they stay interested in signing my music. However, when it comes to DJing, my mindset changes. It feels more like performing a live set with a mix of my own productions and tracks from other artists. Last year, I completed a course with Cristian Varela, which truly opened my mind to this approach. Coming from a musical background where layering two or three tracks simultaneously is standard, moving in this direction felt completely natural. Now, I focus on layering sounds, ensuring every track contributes to the final outcome. Percussion, synths, vocals—any interesting element of a track can be leveraged during the set. And honestly, it's incredibly fun!

3.-My story with Planet Rhythm is pretty special! 'Hirameki' was the very first track I sent them. Their initial feedback was positive, which motivated me to create 'Acid Hirameki.' With those two tracks, the idea came up to make two more focused on that old-school Acid Techno sound, and that’s how the '1995' EP was born. Thanks to the great reception the EP got, we started working on the second one. This time, it was time for '1998.' For me, these tracks represent the bridge between my roots and my current project. Even DJs from my old style are playing them! Knowing that I can create dark music and melodies for such a major label is an incredible motivation! We already have a release date for the third EP, and we’re already working on the fourth! It’s a true honor to be part of the Planet Rhythm family!

4.-Things always change. They’re neither better nor worse; they just are. This is a game, and if you want to play, you have to adapt to the rules! I think the internet and social media help give you visibility and let you showcase your work to the world, but we live in an era of instant gratification. We all need constant stimulation. Before, you could listen to a one- or two-hour set on repeat until you got sick of it. Today, people don't even have the patience for a 30-second reel! Because of the massive impact of social media, music doesn't enter through the ears anymore—it enters through the eyes. That's why DJs try to build an image that fits today's demand. There will always be DJs who put the music above everything else, but right now, most people want a show that goes way beyond that. Everything is cyclical, so at some point, all of this will fade away and we’ll go back to the true essence: THE MUSIC!

5.-Khabiar is definitely the sum of everything I’ve learned throughout my music career! I feel like now is the time to show what I can do on an international level. It’s a long and tough road, but I’m walking it and enjoying every bit of it! I work every single day to hit my goals, and little by little, I’m seeing the results. I believe in what I do, and I know that sooner or later, my time will come. The show starts now!