Dusty (5)

Dusty aka Dustywork
Currently heading Black Shapes and formerly the mind behind Suck House Lovers and Intoxik Limited

My journey in music began in London in 1996, where my deep passion for sound led me to pursue studies as a sound engineer. This foundational period ignited a lifelong dedication to electronic music.

In 2006, I made the move to Barcelona, a pivotal moment that allowed me to immerse myself specifically in the production of deep and experimental techno. Embracing a "Do It Yourself" philosophy, I began to produce a diverse range of material, which has since resonated with and been supported by many prominent figures within the electronic music scene.

My work has led to collaborations with esteemed labels such as Intoxik, Nulabel, Pluseins, and Kidnapping. I've had the privilege of working alongside artists like Benno Blome, Pablo Akaros, and Revolver System, and have shared tracks with talents such as Sarah Goldfarb (Dumb Unit, Treibstoff), Touane (Persona Rec.), and Mufo (Kompakt). These collaborations have not only garnered recognition from the international press but have also propelled me onto stages across Europe, performing alongside industry heavyweights including Gui Boratto, Oliver Huntemann, Robert Babicz, Oxia, Solomun, Max Cooper, and Detroit Techno Militia, among others.

My performances have graced the decks and stages of renowned clubs such as Macarena, Moog, Be Cool, and Razzmataz in Barcelona; Brancaleone in Rome; Europa in Lisbon; Raw-temple in Berlin; Elektroküche in Cologne; Slakthuset in Stockholm; Movie Music Club in Pamplona; and Metropolis in Cordoba. These experiences have been instrumental in honing my capabilities as both a producer and a performer.

My live sessions are a dynamic exploration of techno's diverse styles, characterized by heavy and humid atmospheres that envelop the dance floor, coupled with impactful breaks and fat basslines that delve into the genre's deeper, more intellectual realms. I've had the honor of bringing these sets to festivals including Manrusionica and Caudorella in Barcelona, LPM in Rome, and Konvent.0 in Berga. My DJ sets, conversely, offer a deep and more melodic range of dark techno, crafted to satisfy even the most discerning dance floors.

After nearly nine years in Barcelona, I returned to my hometown of Rome in the spring of 2014. This period marked the launch of my own digital label, Suck House Lovers, an endeavor focused on exploring the borderlines between techno and experimental dance music. This platform has provided me with the opportunity to collaborate with numerous producers and has received positive feedback from respected artists like Chris Liebing, Joseph Capriati, Markantonio, Angel Molina, and Pedro Pina.

Following a period dedicated to alternative rock with the TEDIO project, my unwavering passion for electronic music has drawn me back to the scene. I am now fully committed to sharing deep techno visions, returning with renewed energy to launch my new Techno label: BLACK SHAPES.