Gray Area Interview: Nakadia

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If you asked Nakadia to describe herself in one word, she would instead offer two: “Positive energy.” The Thailand-born, Berlin-based DJ and producer has a vibrant, bubbly personality that lights up a room. When she’s behind the decks, she dances without abandon. But the root of her positive energy runs much deeper than what others simply see or hear. Having overcome numerous obstacles in her life, Nakadia learned early on the importance of never giving up, hard work, and always finding the silver lining.

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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:45 - Writing autobiography during Covid
03:20 - Meaning of “Positive Energy”
06:00 - Growing up in poverty in rural Thailand
09:15 - Leaving home and supporting herself through various jobs
16:00 - First time in Germany/techno scene
20:00 - Learning to DJ
23:13 - Navigating Thailand’s male and commercial-dominated dance music scene
27:30 - Moving to Germany full-time
33:15 - Learning to produce and production process
36:30 - Music discovery and favorite part of DJing
38:20 - Reflecting on female/Asian representation today
38:40 - Speed round and closing

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