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The interview explores his start in producing, making music across languages, the new EP, what’s next, and more. As for the mix, it’s a vibey trip through French and American underground rap. Peep both below.

Tell us about the mix. What should listeners expect from this one?

This mix is actually what I listen to every day and what inspires me the most at the moment. Bouncy and energetic French/US underground rap songs. It is also a compilation of songs I play in my live DJ sets in Paris because of the energy they deliver.

I ended up learning Ableton from A to Z by myself and started creating my own sounds and uploading tracks on SoundCloud.

What inspired you to start producing music? What inspires you now?

What inspired me at first to start making music with a DAW 10 years ago was YouTube videos of Madeon making songs live with a launchpad and nice color animations on it. I ended up learning Ableton from A to Z by myself and started creating my own sounds and uploading tracks on SoundCloud. Now I’m still inspired by what’s old and new on SoundCloud and also really inspired by the actual French and US rap scene.

The talent coming out of France as of late is immense. What do you think makes the French music scene special?

The French music scene is booming and developing. French musicians and producers are opening up & taking inspiration from what’s happening musically all around the world: that’s our strength. Also, we collaborate together all over the country.

You and Chris Dogzout have incredible chemistry. What first brought you together? What keeps you collaborating?

What first brought us together was an organized studio session – Everything was flowing. We always both bring our different inspirations and ways to work sounds. We are digging and enjoying the same music. What keeps us collaborating is that we are always finding crazy new ideas together and enjoying our different ways to work on music.

music is my whole life and I was born for it: from a producer or just from a listener’s perspective. Music helps me a lot in my everyday life.

The Lodestone EP is all about creating different energies within each track. How do you go about injecting specific energy into the songs you create?

The key to creating different energies for each track was to change our approach to the sound of every new project. Using different synths and influences but keeping the same guideline to create the world our EP brings you into.

Are there any specific highlights or fun stories from creating Lodestone?

I think one of the best parts of the conception of Lodestone was when we started working on the collaborations with UZ. Things took a big turn and we started being sure about where we wanted to go with the EP. We had a really good time working on a lot of music altogether.

You’ve worked with artists across a wide variety of languages. Does the way you approach production change based on the language of the vocalist?

It really depends on the artist I’m working with specifically. Sometimes I try to fit the “codes” of what people are used to hearing and working on in their country. And on the other hand, I like to bring my own vision of the sound and how I would like to hear the artist on a production of mine. Our song ‘Pressure’ is a great mix of both of these approaches.

I always want to go higher and do better with my art every day so there is a balance to find.

Your resume features collaborations with a myriad of massive brands and artists from Red Bull and Splice to J. Balvin and Laylow, yet you still remain relatively underground. Is this intentional or is the mainstream audience just sleeping on you?

It is not really intentional. In a way I like to stay to be in the background more than being at the front of the stage and I’m pretty happy with all the recognition I get every day from people that listen to my music. But I can’t lie, I always want to go higher and do better with my art every day so there is a balance to find.

What makes you happy?

What makes me happy is being able to live from my passion and to get the chance to do it thanks to my parents and my relatives always supporting me. I say to myself every day that music is my whole life and I was born for it: from a producer or just from a listener’s perspective. Music helps me a lot in my everyday life.

What do you want out of the rest of the year?

For the rest of the year, I want to stay inspired to create new music and work with the artists that I like the most. Why not get an official certification? And of course, staying confident in my life and art.

Tracklist
00:00 Coi Leray – Big Ft. Lil Gotit
02:07 Ronny J – Range Rover
03:24 La Feve – Mauvais Payeur
05:23 Sadandsolo – Grand 1
06:51 Beam – Win
09:12 Josman – AhGars
12:51 Mathaius Young – Raw Ft. Lil West
16:00 Lil Gotit – Bricks In The Attic
18:52 Jokair – Clic Clac Bang Bang Ft. Laylow
21:20 Beam – Anxiety
23:32 DJ Yung Vamp – WE GOT SOME SHIT FOR DAT ASS
25:22 Nessly – Mythbusters
27:25 Hamza – Keke
30:15 Hamza – Torino
32:46 Hamza – Spaghetti Ft. Gazo, Guy2bezbar
36:12 La Feve – Kanye West
37:49 Mathaius Young – Visine
39:30 Nessly – Bungee Jump
41:00 Olazermi – FSR6
43:04 Gunna – 25K Jacket
45:01 MadeInParis – Binks
47:17 Lil Gotit – She Know It

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The new track masterfully illustrates what makes ELK & Chris Dogzout so special. Ghostly vocals drift over chunky drums and carefully curated samples in the intro. The melody is addictive and possessing, bringing listeners to a higher plane. You can practically feel your body begin floating as the bass rattles your chest and you nod your head. Strong hip-hop influences dance with trap and more adventurous electronic energies. It’s effortlessly breezy while still packing some major bump. With each passing bar ‘Yaksha’ explores new directions, flowing like a river and giving you new life.

“Yaksha is the name of a large class of usually benevolent Indian nature spirits. They are the guardians of underground natural treasures. The track ‘Yaksha’ was created to represent those protective mystical forces of nature, hence the sampling of traditional Indian voices and the evolution of instruments, to take the listener on a journey, through a dynamic and aerial track that tells our version of the story of these spirits.”
– ELK & Chris Dogzout

Stream ‘Yaksha’ below and look out for their Lodestone EP this Friday on Quality Goods Records.

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Kicking things off in an exceptional way, ELK & Chris Dogzout showcase their chemistry with ‘WOAH!’ Living up to its name, this one is assured to amaze. The melodies are evocative and immersive while the drops pack a masterfully minimal punch. Looking for some wild bangers? Audeon and cm. have you covered with ‘TURN UP’ and ‘Aerosol.’ Keeth has been a SoundCloud favourite and ‘Memories’ is a reminder as to why. Cinematic soundscapes meet knockin’ future beat grooves for a certified bop. Closing out the project with ‘Travelling’ and ‘Glow,’ Needraw & Suuna smooth things to a level of pure bliss. The former feels like a vacation on a desolate sandy beach. The air is warm, the waves are rolling in slowly, and the vibes are immaculate. ‘Glow’ possesses a similar energy with hints of jazz and funk stitched throughout to ensure that chill mode is fully engaged.

The above highlights don’t even cover the full span of this stellar release. OUTSIDERS PARIS are officially two for two. Stream STANDOUT II below and on your favorite platform.

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On the change on pace, QGR head UZ states, “I love bangers and drops at shows but when at home I’m more into chill vibes and melodies. I have been receiving a lot of cool music and I wanted to give those artists a platform, that’s why we started the Quality Vibes series.”

Kicking off the series in perfect fashion are French producers ELK and Chris Dogzout with ‘Omelet,’ a vibe-filled piece that is aptly suited for lounging with friends. The instrumentals are minimal and grow very gradually as new layers are added with each bar, creating a soothing and calming aura throughout. Despite this sense of relaxation, ‘Omelet’ still hits with punchy percussion and a pristine attention to detail, providing the perfect balance against the mesmerizing musicality and stirring strings. Don’t miss the first Quality Vibes below.

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