Its time for a new edition and this time we’re featuring Busso, a producer and DJ who has been closely connected to the scene and the extended DGS circle. He also has an upcoming EP on DGS, which we are really looking forward to show you all. Expect a mix that reflects both his sound and the musical space he moves in. As with the series this year, we’re highlighting artists who have been part of the journey around DGS and taking a closer look at the people behind the music.
Can you describe yourself in 1–2 sentences?
I’m Italian, I’m based in Berlin, I’m a raver that started to collect records and produce music, since then this has been the best way for me to express myself and to share emotions with other people.
What is your relationship to DGS, and what has the platform meant to you?
I discovered DGS few years back while digging for music, I was immediately interested in the quality and the diversity they were bringing on the table, I feel like DGS is not trying to follow trends like many out there but instead is focusing on the art of music itself providing a solid platform for artist to express themselves.
After that I met some of the people involved in the collective in CDV in Berlin and in Zanzibar, we had a chance to get to know each other and I felt it was just right to share my music with them, eventually they liked it and here we are!
I like and respect the people behind the project, this motivate me to build something with then that hopefully will develop even more over the years into something special!
How would you describe your expression as a DJ/producer today compared to when you first started?
I would say that the main idea behind djing which is sharing feelings, moments and create something special haven’t changed since I started.
Beside from that a lot has changed, I moved from Amsterdam to Berlin, my life changed, the party I was going changed and so the artist I was listening to, all those factor plus hours and hours of digging for records defined and shaped my taste.
My collection got bigger and my experience too,
As a dj I’m now the best version of myself yet because I’m open to new input and ideas, this allows me to grow and step by step to raise my level, so I’m confident in years from now I will be even happier about what I do behind the deck.
What kind of story or atmosphere did you want to convey with this mix?
With this mix I decided not to go for a kinda “podcast” selection but more for a party oriented set, of course without showing all my secret bombs but definitely giving a taste of would you could expect from me. I tried not to go for the warm up vibes or either for the pick time bomb but something in between that I love to listen in my headphones on a random day but also makes me move my ass just enough.
Which 2–3 tracks from the mix would you like to highlight, and why?
“Shcaa - An Ungrateful Death” - funky and spooky is something I really love and this tune has it all!
“KID D:UB Geniuz (Sasse Remix)” - so straight forward that project me somewhere amazing!
There is a lot of talk about negative trends in the underground scene and how everything was better before. What positive trends to you see in the club scene and underground right now?
Well negativity has always been around I guess even in the good old days, I believe it’s all about your mindset and the community you create around you, this can really make the difference.
There is still a lot of amazing people out there working in this industry for the right reason and with the right values, you only have to find them and don’t fall into compromise before.
Are there any new artists or talents you think people should keep an eye on?
There are many to be honest, I want to mention tree people that are inspiring me and I’m always ready to support, Ana Molina, Gioele Douglas, Emanuele Barilli, they are not just incredible artists but also amazing human being.