Alongside his remarkable contribution to the series, we sat down with KASHPITZKY who shared his thoughts about his career, inspirations & aspirations!
- Hi Guy, thanks for answering our paradoxical questions! What have you been up to lately ?
Hey guys, thanks for inviting me.
Currently I am mainly finalizing the last releases of 2025. Some more vinyl releases, a lot of studio action next to some travels and DJ gigs.
- Only a few artists have found their specific sound and we really think you’ve found your own… How would you describe your sound by the way ? What gears/vst’s are the most important to reach this specificity ?
Well, I find it a bit hard to define my own sound as my music is pretty diverse and sometimes all over the place. My sound is a clear mirror to my musical inspirations along the years, from Metal, Funk, Jazz, Breakbeat and Hiphop.
Maybe I can say that my sound is often minimalistic and a combination of modern meets old-school.
It took me almost 5 years in order to ‘’ have my own signature sound’’ but I felt from the very beginning that it was my priority. Regarding the gear or VSTs, it is always changing. I try not to limit myself and my tool box, I am always expanding and changing my chains in order to keep it interesting for me.
- You released your new EP “Elevate” a few weeks ago on Be As One Imprint and we really like the result! What made you feel it was the right time for this new EP on Shlomi Aber’s Imprint?
Be As One is my home label and Shlomi Aber is like a family to me. We have a special personal and musical connection and after almost 5 years releasing permanently on the label, I feel very comfortable to always be back there, sometimes a few times per year.
Elevate was made a long time ago but we both felt it’s better to release it now than never, and I am pretty happy we did it. Elevate is not my most recent work but sometimes the releases schedule is changing and I am just going with it.
- By the way, we are curious to know what kind of setup did you use for this EP ?
This EP was made 100 percent in the box without any analog gear.
Some samples, DX7 emulator by Arturia and and DIVA by U-Eh.
Simple and efficient.
- Berlin is the home for a plethora of great artists in the Techno scene… it is hard not to get lost in this ocean of good music, so which Berlin-based artists would you recommend ?
There is no particular Berlin based artist I have in mind actually.
I am not always sure where the artists I am playing in gigs are based at, but Berlin is full of DJs and producers more than ever that’s for sure. I am honestly not listening so much to Techno music recently as I am getting my inspiration from other genres.
I meet Techno in my day life only when digging before gigs (usually old stuff) or in the studio when producing.
- You made your debut performance in Tbilissi few weeks ago in Khidi Club. What did you think about that experience and how do you feel the crowd is reacting to Techno in this kind of emerging scenes?
My Khidi debut was really special. This club already has a special place in my heart. The venue is very impressive and the soundsystem and light installations are just over the top!
Warehouse vibes with interactive crowds that make sure you feel their energy. Tbilisi has such a great underground scene which is precious not only to Georgia but also to the future of the genre.
I felt very welcome and I was impressed by the dedication of the people to the music!
- As a DJ, you must come across loads of promos. What do you think about the current production in the techno circuits? Is there enough sense of creativity or innovation according to you ?
I don’t like to be that person, but you asked so I’ll have to answer my real opinion. There is a big inflation of music producers in our scene.
I’m receiving so many promos per day by so many labels and artists and I find it very hard to find music I would like to play or even just listen to.
A lot of upcoming producers are lacking a signature sound, creative ideas that are a bit more than a loop, and many times even lacking a concrete point in the music.
It is disappointing but it is a black mirror to our scene these days where music is NOT what matters, but other things that are just irrelevant.
People don’t know and don’t care about how everything started and why, and it is easy to hear it. Luckily, there are some great artists in the new wave movement that actually got it, and actually care about those things by any means, and it is always a pleasure to find new artists like this.
- What would be your advice to a young artist that is emerging on this scene ? Be focused on what is being released and go with the flow or always keep in mind what was done before ?
My advice is, always do what you believe in without giving any attention to trends.
It may be hard, but it’s real, and this is how it should be in my opinion.
Learn the past in order to lead the future and do it not for fame, but for the privilege to build bridges and connect between people.
- How did you record the podcast for Paradox ? Can you pick a record from the mix and tell us why you like it or how you found it ?
This podcast is inspired by a recent gig I had for The Block festival in Shitim desert next to the border with Jordan.
I had the pleasure to play there surrounded by friends, colleagues and an unbelievable view of sand, mountains and giant red rocks.
The vibe was special and I tried to mix between some dark elements and more hopeful yet deep sounds.
One record I pick is the latest Josi Devil ‘’Restless Sleep’’ released on the legendary Hessle Audio by Ben UFO.
This one did and absolute damage in those beautiful morning hours at the desert and it is a beautiful combo between UK sound and breakbeat, a great weapon.
- We usually hear electronic producers and DJs saying they want to take us into a trip. So, what kind of trip do you want to take us in ?
I hope the listeners could dive in and teleport themselves straight to the desert. Wild sand view, a rising sun, and smiling people.
That was the setting of the set and I hope everyone could spiritually join.
Some different sides of mine next to the classic sound I am usually delivering.
- Many techno artists admit they’re not very comfortable with the technical side of production. How important do you think it is to master this aspect in today’s industry?
Personally, this used to be the part of production I hated the most. You can’t imagine how many tracks I ruined during this stage of the process… hundreds! But over the years, I’ve come to really enjoy it. I studied a lot, listened to a lot of different music, and I can say now that love spending hours perfecting technical details in my tracks. I think that’s largely thanks to having a properly treated studio where I can hear all the frequencies clearly. Lately, I’ve noticed that many of the tracks I receive don’t pay enough attention to this part, which is a real shame, because no matter how much I like a track, if it doesn’t sound the way it should on a system, I have no choice but to pass on it.
- What’s coming up next for you?
This year you can expect some summer festivals, 2 more vinyl releases including one together with Shlomi and an appearance in a new label from my side.
I am excited for the upcoming music that is about to be released including one track that is maybe one of my most wanted and requested tracks.
Definitely stay tuned!
Thanks a lot Guy, we hope to see you very soon somewhere, keep the good vibe on!
Love and respect