Known for his feel-good sound and global festival anthems, Sam Feldt has become a staple in the world of dance music. We caught up with him at Ultra Music Festival in Miami a few weeks ago to talk new music, touring life, and what’s next:
How did you get your start in the music industry? How did you discover EDM?
Sam Feldt: It was through a song that you probably know called “Show Me Love” by Robin S. The first time I heard that song I thought to myself, “this song has a really nice beat, what is this music?” So I did some research and discovered house music.
What’s funny is- “Show Me Love” originally released in 1993- which is the year I was born in. Fast forward several years, and I got my first big break for my remix of that song on Spinning Records. I really felt like the stars aligned for me in that moment and with this song. I’ve been releasing music ever since, and even have my own label now Heartfeldt.
What are you looking forward to most this year in your career?
I have a new album coming out very soon- and I even teased a song or two from it during my set at Ultra Miami. I also have a full summer tour ahead, including some big festivals like EDC Korea and Tomorrowland.
What is your favorite show or festival that you have ever played?
I would say Coachella is still #1 for me. I played there twice actually, but my very first time there we didn’t rehearse. I had my saxophone player with me then, and also a live singer from one of my latest singles. I told them, “F*** it, let’s figure it out as we go”. So we just jammed the whole time- it was incredible. It was 3pm and the Sahara Tent was insanely packed. I’ll always remember that set.
If I were to hand you the aux right now, what song what you put on?
Right now I’m really into remixes- especially the remixes I’ve been working on for my new album. A lot of the tracks on there have a future tropical house remix feel to them- so that’s kind of the genre that I’m claiming this year. I really have been craving melodies lately, especially after the whole tech house and techno wave. I feel that people have been looking for the euphoria feeling that those types of songs bring, so that’s what I’ve been listening to and have been trying to bring into my new album.
What artist/band would your dream collaboration be with?
I’ve always said Paul McCartney– and I still think so to this day. He’s still doing shows and rocking out and I think he is such a great performer, songwriter, instrumentalist, and artist. I went to his show in London back in December and it was the best time. I would love to get in the studio with him someday.
Who is your favorite DJ right now?
From a technical standpoint, I would have to say Don Diablo. I really admire him because he’s been able to mix so many genres together so effortlessly. It takes some serious skill to do that. I’d love to do a B2B with him someday.
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