Insolate - Early Life, career path and struggles as a female DJ | True Talk 13

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Welcome to another episode of True Talk, where Nastia DJ delves deep into the lives and stories of the world's most intriguing electronic music artists. DJ Nastia True Talk remains deeply rooted in the hypnotic underground and industrial techno scene, delving into both personal and professional realms.

In this episode, Nastia interviews DJ Insolate, the Croatian face of techno, for an insightful and heartfelt conversation. She has been featured on the latest NECHTO records compilation NECH025 with her track 'Go With U'.

Join us as Insolate opens up about her challenging childhood in Croatia, including her experiences growing up during the war. She shares the evolution of her names and her journey into the music industry, highlighting the unique obstacles she faced as a female Techno DJ.

Discover the inner workings of a DJ's life as Insolate discusses her workflow, from working with different booking agencies to managing aspects of her career on her own. She reflects on how the techno scene has evolved since she began in 1997, offering a rich perspective on its growth and transformation. All that in Osijek, Croatia - in a club and in her sacred place, the Insolate studio.

Insolate DJ also takes us through her music production process and the unforgettable moment of being signed for the first time. This episode promises a deep dive into the personal and professional life of one of techno's most compelling artists. For an insight to her music check the Insolate HÖR set.

Tune in to True Talk for an engaging episode filled with candid discussions, inspirational stories, and a celebration of resilience and creativity in the world of electronic music continuing to bridge connections through engaging DJ interviews. Subscribe now to not miss Nastia's interview DJ Insolate and join us in exploring the diverse and dynamic landscape of techno music.

True Talk emerges as more than just a techno podcast; it's a dynamic journey through the passion that drives the techno scene forward.

0:01:15 - How did the war in Croatia affect your childhood?
0:05:40 - How did you get started with music and DJing?
0:09:40 - How did you realise that techno is your thing?
0:12:15 - Tell me about your first residency at a club.
0:17:00 - How do you work on your sets?
0:20:50 - How do you cope with the noise of the current music industry?
0:24:40 - How did you discover your popularity as a DJ?
0:29:00 - How did you decide to keep your life in Osijek?
0:33:39 - Tell me about your first DJ name and how you became Insolate
0:45:30 - What was the thing that bothered you the most during this period?
0:50:20 - How do you make a point about your creativity?
0:55:30 - Tell me about your first bookings
1:00:34 - Let's talk about agents, how to find your first agent?
1:06:36 - How do you read the mood of the public at the hour of speaking?
1:13:30 - How do you manage short sets at festivals?
1:22:23 - How important is it for the organizer to consider the style of the guest’s music?
1:15:50 - What difficulties did you encounter while working with different agents?
1:26:12 - Talking about the development of your sound within your long career?
1:31:51 - How the techno scene has changed during the pandemic
1:42:15 - How did you start getting into production?
1:49:28 - How do you decide if you need to send your music to a label? Why did you want to send me a demo?
1:56:15 - Tell us about the launch of your label
2:02:45 - Tell me about your production master class
2:10:45 - What are your thoughts on ghost production?
2:16:13 - Continuous talk about techno music production
2:18:48 - Tell me about your studio and the equipment for writing music
2:21:31 - Preparing for a live performance
2:24:37 - Did you ever think of not being able to go on tour? How do you plan your future?
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I'm Nastia — Ukrainian DJ, promoter, and label boss. As a multi-genre DJ, I've crafted my own unmistakable sound, spanning from house and underground techno to the speedy grooves of jungle and drum and bass.

I launched my second label NECHTO Records in 2019 in Kyiv, and it quickly turned into an event series. To this day, it's a torchbearer for authentic dance music.

In DJ Nastia presents “Scary Beautiful” I play demo tracks by upcoming NECHTO producers — not just a techno mix, it’s an audio-visual experience in the most unique locations of Ukraine for electronic music and techno lovers.

Having hosted radio shows, including a residency on BBC Radio One, I've started the latest project on this channel — True Talk, a series of open and honest conversations with fellow musicians in a relaxed atmosphere. Ranging from Techno DJs, promoters, to producers, the project is not to be mistaken with interviews — it’s a genuine dialogue, coming back now with NECHTO artists.

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