Vintage Music Label likes to present to you some upcoming artists who you should know and you should look at with a bit more attention.
Today we talked with "Empire Of Mind". Even though we never had one of his productions in our catalogue, we like to think that good music should be spread to the seven winds around the universe.
So, sitdown, press play, and get to know who is EMPIRE OF MIND.
What’s your name?
Lukas Azevedo.
What day it is today?
April 30th, 2022.
How old are you?
24 years old.
How long have you been djing?
Approximately 7 years as a hobby, but only 5 years as a professional DJ.
How long have you been doing music?
I started making music out of curiosity 5 years ago, but then the curiosity become passion, so for the past 3 years I dedicating myself to studies to reach my goals in the music.
How many Instagram followers do you have?
7,312
Most liked photo on Instagram?
Who is the most followed person who you follow?
I am not sure because I follow many famous people even outside the music industry, but I believe Neymar Jr is the one.
Who is a famous person on your phone?
D-Nox
What’s the most amount of people you’ve performed in front of?
A little more than 4,000 thousand people.
What’s the best gig so far?
In my opinion, the best gig isn't about the size of the event, but the energy and connection the crowd gives to the DJ! So far "NEXT", a party that is still on the rise here in my local area. I have to say, it was amazing, each tuned I spin the crowd reply positively. It was an incredible connection, for sure I will never forget.
How often do you get recognised in public?
On the streets, on a daily basis, I am not very recognised. This happens rarely, but when I go to events, even in other states, I am recognised very often.
What advice you would give yourself a year from now?
Study more, try harder and be a better and more humble person every day.
What advice you would give yourself one year ago?
The same as the previous question, study more, try harder and be someone better and more humble every day.
What artists inspire you the most?
There are many that inspire me in different ways, but for sure the main ones are Anyma, Tale Of Us, Fideles, ANNA and D-Nox.
Have you met him or her?
I had the pleasure of having direct contact with Tale Of Us, ANNA, D-nox and Daniele (Fideles).
The biggest thing that happens in your career?
Get support from Tale Of Us for sure! See them spinning my tune was unique for sure!
How often do you talk to your family?
I'm the kind of a person who got used to the distance because of travelling a lot, but I always try to keep in touch with them weekly.
What’s your favourite movie?
Difficult to answer, I love movies and I have many favourites, but if I could name just one I would say Troy with Brad Pitt.
Do you feel pressure?
Every single day of my life!
Are you handling it well?
I try, but I think it is something that is part of me. I demand too much of myself.
Do you have a boy/girlfriend?
Yes.
What’s your biggest regret?
Not having given much attention to the musical theory and English studies when I had the opportunity.
What do you hope to take away from your last single/EP?
Recognition in the sound identity I'm trying to build and getting support from some relevant artists who have already downloaded the tune.
What’s the biggest thing you’ve learned?
Helping people who need help without expecting anything in return.
Craziest moment?
On my trip to Argentina, one night the promoters recognised me at the door of a prestigious club in Buenos Aires. They invited me in and that night; I had the opportunity to meet Matthias Meyer and see him performing. It was cool.
What’s your dream person to collaborate with or have a remix from?
I know these are very distant dreams, but I always dream big. I dream of someday being able to remix one of Stephan Bodzin's tunes and collaborate with Anyma.
The country you would love to visit?
There are so many in my list, but i guess one of the main ones is Germany.
Favourite artist at the moment?
Anyma, for sure...
What’s your favourite colour right now?
Black, not just for the moment, always has been and always will be.
How do you define your music in 3 words?
Melancholic, minimalist and melodic.
How do you feel about the music industry?
I feel that I'm still on the rise and that I have a lots to learn, evolve and conquer.
What’s your philosophy?
There are three truths: mine, yours and the absolute truth. We should never judge without first knowing the absolute truth.
What’s the best approach to songwriting or producing electronic music?
I don't believe there is a right approach, I look for inspiration in things that appear in my day to day. DJ sets that I hear from artists I have as a reference or even a reflection that is in my head.
What do you want to say to yourself in a year?
You are on the right path. Hold on to it and never give up.
Any extra considerations, or would like to express some kind of gratitude to someone or some people?
I would like to thank all the people who support me on this path, friends and family who enjoy what I do.
Well, we would like to say thank you for you time to answer those question and hope to see you again after 1 year to hear about your future achievements.
If you want to follow EMPIRE OF MIND and get to know more about his music, just click in the links bellow and enjoy it.
