[EDMTunes] Inside ‘Taino Beats’: Jacob Colon on Crafting Rhythms, Working with Sted-E & Hybrid Heights, and What’s Next

Jacob Colon has carved out a distinctive space in the House music landscape, blending Latin rhythms with deep, infectious grooves. His latest release, ‘Taino Beats’, sees him joining forces with longtime collaborators Sted-E & Hybrid Heights, bringing together their combined production prowess for a track that feels both organic and club-ready. With a hypnotic flute riff at its core and a driving percussive foundation, the record showcases the seamless fusion of their styles.

We caught up with Jacob to talk about the creative process behind ‘Taino Beats’, his approach to collaboration, and where his music is headed next.

Hi Jacob Colon, how are you feeling about your new release?

I’m feeling very good about it. It was great to get on a record with my friends and create something that I wouldn’t have if I completed this record on my own. 

To start, how would you describe the sound of ‘Taino Beats’ for listeners who  haven’t heard it yet?

It’s a nice Latin Tech House groove featuring a flute riff that carries the main idea of the track. Overall dope track to dance and rock to. 

How did the collaboration with Sted-E & Hybrid Heights come about?

We’ve got some history together. I was featured as a remixer on a project which attained the #1 spot in the Billboard Dance charts. We all earned a plaque as recognition for that achievement. Since then we’ve kept a great music connection and have worked together on different things like guest mixes and such.

What was your approach towards blending your signature Latin-infused House  style with Sted-E & Hybrid Heights’ production energy?

Same as always. Make something hot! 

Can you walk us through the creative process of making this track? Did you start  with a groove, a melody, or something else?

The drum groove was sent over to me and I laid down the melodic elements like the flute, strings, etc. After the main idea was decided the structure and everything else followed. 

What elements of ‘Taino Beats’ stand out to you as the most unique or defining?

The percussion section is always my favorite but I would also say the melody is pretty catchy and blends with the beat well. 

The track has a deep, hypnotic groove—how did you develop that signature  rhythm?

It was a collaborative effort. Like I mentioned earlier, the flute melody which carries the main idea works really well with the drum and bass groove which creates that vibe and feeling. The tone of the flute I think also really draws you in. 

How do you think this track differs from your previous releases?

I’m pretty happy about how this track came about. It was nice to receive a nice bass and drum groove already put together, which I believe gave me fresh ideas to incorporate the melody with. Usually, when I put the drum and bass together, I may feel in a box because I’ve already been listening to the song for a little while. 

What did you learn from working with Sted-E & Hybrid Heights that you might apply to future productions?

Don’t overthink it. That’s a struggle for every producer lol.

The track has a powerful bassline and intricate percussion—what was your  approach to sound design?

More of my creativity went into the melodic elements, Sted-E & Hybrid Heights laid down those elements. 

What are your hopes for the impact of ‘Taino Beats’ on the House music scene?

I hope people notice the differentiation in the sounds used in this track. I didn’t use any synthesizer sounds and stuck with more organic sounds. 

Finally, with each new track, you seem to push your sound forward—where do you see your music going next?

I’m always cooking up tracks so you have to stay tuned in for that. Just know there’s more coming. 

With ‘Taino Beats’ Jacob Colon continues to evolve his signature sound while staying true to the Latin-infused House grooves that define his style. His collaboration with Sted-E & Hybrid Heights highlights the power of creative synergy, resulting in a track that feels fresh yet unmistakably his own. As he looks ahead to future projects, one thing is certain, his drive to push his music forward remains constant. To hear more from Jacob Colon, be sure to check out ‘Taino Beats’ and stay tuned for what’s next.

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