From his home in Melbourne, Matty Doyle's success under his Matter soubriquet has seen an exponential rise over a career that spans more than a decade and some 400 production credits. Now returning to his spiritual home and the label he curates with his fellow countryman and production partner, Matter delivers 'We Are Here'. An artist with no inconsiderable talent and a wealth of high-profile releases on Anjunadeep, Balance Music, BeatFreak and Proton Music, Matter's output on Meanwhile has also been prolific with such glittering solo gems as 'Amanita', 'Banksia' and a quartet of collaborative releases with GMJ since 2020 including: 'Lost on Origin', 'Eldarin' and December 2023's 'Stellaris / Idtritah'. Now, after the success of November 2021's 'Starchild' on Meanwhile Horizons – achieving over 1 million Spotify streams – Matter returns to the flagship label with another magnificent magnum opus. Progressive Astronaut caught up with Matty to learn more about the release of 'We A

Elliot Moriarty is one of the most exciting artists to make his way into the realm of Electronic Dance Music. He started listening to, and exploring music aged 11 years old, and it was clear from this early age that this was a real passion. Today, he remains more determined and focused than ever, as this passion has grown enormously over the years. Els, as he’s also known, started off DJing at local parties and events, until his late teens, when the mighty Ministry of Sound came calling. It was obvious at this point that he had a natural talent for the craft, which was noticed immediately; securing several gigs at venues including The O2, Egg LDN, Lightbox, and Cable. Fast forward to present day, whether it’s spinning vinyl at the legendary Pikes, heating up the dancefloor of the main room at Pacha, or taking people on a tantilising journey at Ibiza’s spiritual Akasha, he continues to push boundaries with his sound and style, so if you see his name on a lineup, be sure not to mi

Exploring new horizons in electronic music, Patch Park emerges again as a fresh and intriguing act from The Netherlands. Patch Park’s music has achieved great success, featuring on prestigious labels such as Global Underground, Renaissance, Be As One, Yoshitoshi, Elevate, Deep, Wolfskuil, Inflyte and Little Mountain Recordings. Perry has creatively reimagined tracks from a diverse roster of acclaimed artists, such as Darren Emerson, Infusion, Soundexile, Around Us, Jochem Hamerling, Remy Unger, Matthew Dekay, Lemon8, Montero, Max Graham, Paolo Mojo, Roland Klinkenberg, and Oliver Moldan. Beyond the studio, Patch Park has left a significant mark on the global club scene, delivering typical performances in iconic events and venues such as Extrema, Solar Weekend, Amnesia, The Loft, The Shelbourne, Whoosah, across Europe and America, sharing stages with top-tier DJs such as Joris Voorn, Hernan Cattaneo, Eelke Kleijn, Patrice Bäumel, Satoshi Tomiie, Remy, Sander Kleinenberg, Gabri

Praveen Achary's Juicebox Music's welcomes Juan Buitrago back to the label for his solo EP featuring "Anja" & "Emerald". The Colombian artist made his first appearance on the Indian imprint late last year through his collaborative EP with Nicolas Leonelli. Juan's widely expressive style can be seen through his productions, earning releases on well known imprints from the likes of Nick Warren's 'The Soundgarden', Mango's 'Mango Alley' and Paul Thomas' 'UV', amongst others. With his latest offering, Juan Buitrago allows us a little snapshot into a special moment in his life, delivered in the form of "Anja" & "Emerald", both encapsulating a deep & soulful aura to reflect on while a little toughness and edginess drives the story forward. Progressive Astronaut caught up with Juan to learn more about the release of "Anja" & "Emerald", 2024 and ADE favourites, progressive house in Colombia, DJing, and much more. Enjoy. Hi Juan, I hope all is well and thanks for speak

Coming from the vibrant city of Berlin, SKALA is a visionary music producer, vocalist, and DJ whose core mission is to catalyze emotional openness, which she likes to call "eSKALAtion." Starting her musical journey as a child, she blends classical piano skills with modern electronic music. SKALA's music is a masterful fusion of organic percussions, glitchy elements, and synthesized leads, creating a soundscape marked by heavy bass lines and airy melodies. She loves to play with contrasts in her productions and DJ sets, bridging dark and light elements together. This signature sound has captivated audiences worldwide and has been featured on esteemed labels including Innervisions, Stil vor Talent, Radikon, and more. In 2023, SKALA expanded her influence in the music industry by co-founding the label Amaeo with her partner Theologos. This new venture aims to introduce innovative music and support emerging artists in the industry. SKALA's global reach as a performer is impressive. She h

DALAH is a French DJ and producer making waves in Thailand's music scene. As the event manager and creative force behind Mustache Bangkok, he's known for his distinct DJ style that seamlessly blends organic, afro, and progressive house into deep and groovy sets. DALAH's music is more than just sound; it's an emotional journey. His track "I AM UNIVERSE," signed to Ballroom Records, climbed to number 15 on Beatport's Hype Top 100 list, marking the start of his professional career as a producer. He's also featured on Shango Records, Tibetania Records, and Camel VIP Records. When DALAH is behind the decks, it's all about taking you on a sonic adventure, making you feel the rhythm and lose yourself in the groove. He has graced the decks at some of Thailand's top venues, including Café del Mar, Why Nam, Bambu, Guy's Bar, Shelter, Oxa Beach, Hollystone, Sing Sing Teather, Mystic Valley and many more. Every set he plays is a unique experience that keeps the crowd moving and deeply conn

Blazonique is a melodic techno duo formed by the Brazilian-Canadians Melissa and Bernardo. AydinAT;01 is Producer/Musician/Dj based in Dubai who encourages you to listen to your inner voices, they are the best melody line of your mind and soul that you can create. This week finds the trio landing on Wout Records with the much anticipated 'Inner Senses' EP. Progressive Astronaut caught up with Blazonique & AydinAT;01 to learn more about their 'Inner Senses' EP, their background, electronic music in the their home country's, DJing, and much more. Enjoy. Hi Guys, thanks for talking to us today. How has your year been so far and please tell us something interesting about your day today? Blazonique: Hello, PA! Nice to meet you. We are happy with this interview after a long year of hard work on our tracks. The year so far has been incredibly good with great productions and collaborations. Although the year has not finished yet, we are more than excited about what comes in 2025

Sinan Abdel Moati, known professionally as SINAN, is a multi-talented musician and producer whose musical journey began at nine when he first strummed a guitar. Born and raised in Haifa, he spent his youth receiving classical music training at the Rubin Conservatory of Music, which laid the foundation for his exceptional guitar skills. As he grew older, Sinan's exposure to electronic music and technology ignited a passion for producing and composing, leading him to develop a unique style that blends his classical background with modern electronic elements. SINAN's unique sound has garnered attention from local and international radios, DJs, and labels. His music has found a home on respected labels such as Magic Island Records, Cafe De Anatolia, and YOMO Records, among others. As a performing artist, SINAN is known for constantly pushing conceptual frontiers and embracing new ideas and experiences. His live sets, such as those performed for Beatport Live, have further solidifie

Hailing from Russia, Digital Mess has been a fixture of the progressive house scene for the better part of two decades. The Tver resident first rose to prominence with a string of early projects for System Recordings, where he established a dark, cutting edge production style that made him a name to watch going forward. With an enthusiastic attitude towards experimentation, coupled with extraordinary creative vision, the next decade-plus would see Digital Mess continue to refine his sound, always remaining club-effective with standout releases via Constellation Music, Mango Alley and WARPP. Now, fresh off well-received remixes for Manual Music and UV, Digital Mess adds Higher States to his resume with ‘Moonbeam / Thunder Sighs’. Progressive Astronaut caught up with Digital Mess to learn more about his Higher States EP, his background, electronic music in the Russia, DJing, and much more. Enjoy. Hi Kirill, thanks for talking to us today. How has 2024 been for you so far? H

Born in the United States to a heavily European influenced family in the 1970s and raised only miles from NYC donnerstag was perfectly positioned to see electronic music unfold and this has absolutely influenced his headline DJ sets and his chart topping productions today. In the past 4 years alone donnerstag had over 25 Beatport Top 10 Releases on the Melodic Techno and Techno charts and over 40 Beatport Top 100 Releases as well as being featured for “Best New Melodic Techno” for 2 months in a row by the staff at Beatport and his work has been supported globally since day one by Stephan Bodzin, Maceo Plex, Ignacio Arfeli (Suara, Odd, We Are The Brave, Octopus), MT93 (Suara, Odd, Terminal M, Octopus), WhoMadeWho, La Santa (Redolent, Stereo Productions), Sparrow & Barbossa (Mo Black, Stereo Productions), Nico Morano (Atmosphere, Kattermukke), GIZA DJs (Diynamic), Paco Osuna, Richie Hawtin, Aaryon (Suara / Yoshitoshi), Darin Epsilon (Selador / Einmusik), Stylo (Timeless Momen