Today, we’re speaking with an emerging electronic music artist whose sound is as emotionally rich as it is experimental. Born in Cape Town, South Africa, and raised in the UK, their work blends textured production with heartfelt melodies, drawing influence from artists like Baths, Caribou, Tennyson, Four Tet, and demotapes. Known for creating immersive sonic worlds, their creative process is intuitive, often sparked by a single chord progression or beat discovered online. Whether inspired by music, street art, or books, they approach art as a vital form of connection and self-expression. With a workflow that balances spontaneity and structure, they aim not just to finish tracks — but to build something alive. Today, we’ll explore the motivations, inspirations, and artistic philosophy that fuel their journey — and what the future might hold.
Where are you from?
I was born in Cape Town, South Africa, but I moved to the UK when I was 8 so I don’t really see that as a part of my identity.
Who are your biggest artistic influences?
People like Baths, Caribou, Tennyson, Four Tet, and demotapes are huge for me — not just sonically but in how they use emotion, texture, and playfulness in electronic music. They prove you can be experimental and still deeply musical.
Tell me about how your creation part begins, and how is your workflow.
It changes track to track. A lot of times I’ll hear a chord progression or a beat online — TikTok, random clip, whatever — and I’ll take that as a starting spark and rebuild it in my own way. Once there’s a seed that feels alive, I start layering and shaping until it turns into its own world. I try to do broad brush strokes and lay down a structure early doors and then loop back to finesse my sound design/melodies/transitions etc. otherwise I get stuck in the weeds and never finish anything!
Where do you find inspiration?
Hearing really good music from other people is my biggest trigger — it flips a switch instantly. I also get inspired by other artforms like street art, graphic design, and books. Seeing someone else do something excellent makes me want to join the conversation.
When is your favorite time of day to create your music?
First thing in the morning is when I feel most energised and creative so I make the most of that time to get my writing done. Otherwise late at night when everything’s still and nobody’s pulling on my attention. That’s when I can fall into the work without interruption.
Describe how art is essential to society nowadays.
This is something I think about a lot because I was raised by popular culture and the education system to believe that art was more of a hobby and secondary to things like science, maths, etc. so I sometimes question the amount of time I spend on making art. But the truth is that art gives people something they don’t get in the routine of everyday life — connection, clarity, colour, and a way to feel emotions that would otherwise be hard to access. Without art, life would still function, but it wouldn’t feel alive.
What motivates you to create?
Because the world makes more sense to me when I’m writing music. It gives me meaning and joy in a way nothing else does. I’ve also had incredible experiences through other people’s music, and part of me wants to give that experience back to someone else.
How do you define success as a music artist?
For me, success is just being able to keep making music honestly and having it reach people who feel something from it. Everything beyond that is extra. The main goal is continuity and joy, not metrics.
Does art help you in other areas of your life?
Definitely — it gives me stability, structure, and a way to process things. It brightens my life and gives it meaning. It also helps me to sit with uncertainty and not knowing the answer (which I hate) when I reach a creative roadblock, ultimately teaching me perseverance and determination, because the answer often ends up being just around the next corner if I keep on going. I’m just a better human when I’m creating.
How do you develop your art skills?
I just keep making things. Constant iteration. I learn by doing, by studying people I admire, by trying out techniques, and by letting myself fail a lot without self-judgement and without quitting.
What is your next move?
Maybe my first DJ set or live show, but I’m shy about it and I don’t know if I want the touring artist lifestyle. Definitely going to keep creating and releasing things that I’m proud of at the very least.
Where will we see you in 5 years?
Maybe playing big stages! Glastonbury would be a dream if that ever lines up. Also continuing to refine my voice as an artist. To be honest I just want to spread joy through music to as many people as I can, but I don’t have expectations about outcomes. The only non-negotiable is that I keep writing music.
As our conversation wraps up, it’s clear that this artist isn’t just creating music — they’re building a space for emotion, curiosity, and joy. With a deep respect for the craft and a drive to keep growing, their journey is just getting started. Whether it’s a future DJ set, a surprise release, or maybe even a Glastonbury set down the line, one thing’s for sure — their music will continue to reach people in a meaningful way.
If you want to follow along and stay updated on new releases, behind-the-scenes moments, and what comes next, be sure to follow them on social media. This is definitely an artist you’ll want to keep your eyes — and ears — on.