STEYA: “Relentless Techno Rollers…With The Right Amounts Of Punchiness”

As a rare new signing to Marcel Fengler's IMF label, our ears were perked. It's time to find out who is rising techno star STEYA.

Since breaking through in 2022 as a regular at RSO Berlin and Grelle Forelle in Vienna, STEYA has also played Tomorrowland, Exhale, Rex Club, and Basement in NYC. 

Her first forays into production were ‘Neon Reecho’ on RAW's Third Eye compilation in 2021, followed by the release of 'Elysian' on BCCO's second V/A. This soon led to ’Prototype X’ on the ‘10 Years of IMF’ that dropped in 2022, followed by a standout contribution to the label’s new HARDPROOF V/A series in 2023 with ‘Trigger Me.’ 

It wasn't long before her productions caught the attention of Marcel Fengler and his revered label IMF. "After experiencing many of her stunning DJ sets, it's wonderful to see her thriving also as a producer. What really excites me is witnessing her continuous growth, always fuelled by her deep passion for music. So, I’m thrilled to release STEYA's debut EP on IMF, featuring three original dancefloor anthems and two stellar remixes by Rolando and Hertz" said Fengler.

High praise and so early on in her career would always get our attention. We, therefore, decided to ask STEYA to introduce herself.

Hey, I’m STEYA, a DJ and producer.

I was raised in Belgium, and now I’m based in Berlin.

Groovy, sexy & with the right amount of punchiness.

Follow for relentless techno rollers that mesmerize and energize instantly.

For now, I would say, ‘Dopamine’. It best represents my style, with its dynamic energy.

Look out for a new collab track with OGUZ on the upcoming HARDPROOF VA06 on IMF, out at the end of August.

Also, I did a remix collab with Marcel Fengler, on DLV’s new imprint

One of my biggest influences is Jeff Mills, for his pioneering role in techno music, especially his productions as “The Purpose Maker.” They still sound so fresh to me.

After contributing tracks to several VAs, I’m more than happy to finally release my debut EP, ‘Dopamine,’ on IMF, which includes very meaningful remixes by Hertz and DJ Rolando. Collaborating with these influential figures, who have profoundly shaped my musical journey, is a dream come true.

My first club experiences in Antwerp as a teenager in the 2000s inspired me. Listening there to the likes of Luke Slater or Sven Väth, and watching their mixing skills, motivated me to start DJing and producing.

I'm looking to add an Elektron Octatrack, a high-end analogue synthesizer like the Moog Sub 37, and the AKAI Force to my studio setup.

I've sacrificed a lot of personal time. Friends and family have often taken a backseat as I've dedicated myself entirely to honing my skills and pursuing my passion.

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Definitely, Basement in New York! It's such a great venue and a lovely crew behind it!

It would be 'Knights of the Jaguar' by DJ Rolando. The track’s timeless quality perfectly captures the essence of my journey.

I’m motivated by the thrill of learning new things and the joy of overcoming challenges. The chance to innovate, grow, and make a difference in both small and big ways keeps me inspired and focused.

I have a brown belt in Karate. However, I stopped being active ages ago. ?

...raver.

Chase passion, not perfection, and never compromise on the quality of my music.

Find STEYA on Instagram. Listen to STEYA on Spotify.

'Dopamine' by STEYA is out now.

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