9 Nov 2026 07:37
Melé On Navigating Grief As A DJ
It is an absolute privilege to welcome Melé to the show today. In this episode, we cover a massive range of topics about his life both inside and outside the studio. We start by chatting about how the GTA franchise actually shaped his musical taste and introduced him to records he would never have found otherwise. Speaking of gaming, we touch on why it is so crucial to actually take time off and do absolutely nothing, especially in an industry that constantly demands you chase the next big milestone. We discuss the art of producing albums as a way to truly express ourselves and tell deeper stories through music. It is fascinating to reflect on being in this game for over a decade, especially when newer waves of fans often do not realize how long we have been building our sounds.
Melé also bravely opens up about the loss of his father. He shares the intense anxiety of having to leave for an international tour just two days after the funeral and how going to therapy became the most grounding tool for him during such a heavy season of life. We also get into the business side of things, like why he chose to release his latest project with Defected instead of his own label and the unique pressures that come with putting an album together. To wrap things up, we share our thoughts on how the modern image of DJing has shifted away from the raw culture and grind toward private jets and pure flash.
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