Hailing from the lively streets of Barcelona, Spain, Nahum Korm embodies the essence of a true music aficionado. His journey into the world of electronic beats began with the sweet melodies sung by his mother at intimate gatherings and the rock-infused rhythms echoing from his stepfather’s band rehearsals. Introduced to the captivating sounds of techno at just nine years old by his older cousins, Nahum was immediately hooked. Artists like Carl Cox, Richie Hawtin, and Sven Vath became his inspirations, setting the stage for his musical career. Venturing into the heart of Barcelona‘s underground scene, Nahum found himself immersed in the pulsating energy of iconic venues like Florida 135, Elrow, and Fabrik.

It wasn’t long before Nahum felt the pull to music production, drawn to the idea creativity and endless possibilities. With grit and determination, he honed his craft, eventually catching the attention of industry heavyweights with his debut release, “Star Y,” on Reload. Since then, his tracks have found homes on labels like Unrilis, Affenkäfig, and Gain, captivating audiences with his unique sound.

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Classic Entourage Magazine: Can you tell us about your earliest memories with music and how they influenced your path as a DJ and producer?

Nahum: I remember when I was 7 or 8 years old, my mother would listen to music all the time, but especially on Saturday mornings when she cleaned the house, she would play music in the house all morning and for me that was like a festival, I would sing and dance with her until lunchtime. Also, she has always been a very good singer and would cover songs at small events such as birthdays and gatherings of friends. I guess from that moment on I became a music freak and over time I developed this facet.

CE Mag: What drew you specifically to techno, hardgroove, and hard trance genres, and how do you incorporate elements of these styles into your music?

Nahum: I have always been very open musically and I have liked a wide variety of styles, but precisely techno music was the lever that activated this whole adventure of being a DJ and producer, I fell in love with the sounds of techno from the most commercial to the purest and it is something that will always be linked to me and my essence. With techno rhythms was how I started but little by little I have been developing as an artist and discovering other genres that I love when it comes to DJing and dancing, as would be the hardgroove that I have been liking more and more, due to the rhythmic patterns that make you cannot stop dancing. And finally, I have incorporated the hardtrance that is a style that is closely linked to the melodies and is something that I have always been passionate about. During the sets I mix these different styles depending on the moment of the set and what I see on the dance floor.

“I’m always in constant change and learning and it’s something that keeps me motivated to improve myself day after day.”

Nahum Korm

CE Mag: With influences ranging from your mother’s singing to your stepfather’s rock band, how do you think this diverse musical upbringing has shaped your sound and approach to music production?

Nahum: Undoubtedly, they have been clear influences in my passion for all kinds of music, but I think my facet of DJ and producer come from my adolescence when I started to investigate about electronic music and the figure of the DJ and I was fascinated.

CE Mag: You mentioned being introduced to electronic music at a young age by your older cousins. How did this early exposure to artists like Carl Cox, Richie Hawtin, and Sven Vath impact your musical journey?

Nahum: At that time, I didn’t give it much importance, I don’t even know if I liked what I was listening to, but later on when I listened to these artists again at an older age, I started to remember those moments and I guess they even helped me to feel more attached to this culture.

CE Mag: Attending events at renowned clubs like Florida 135 and Elrow played a significant role in your immersion into the techno scene. Can you share any standout experiences or moments from these events that have stayed with you?

Nahum: It is very difficult for me to highlight just one, since I was a regular attendee at all the events they held, practically my development within the techno culture is due in large part to both Florida and Elrow. I have lived incredible moments in these clubs and I have met wonderful people who still accompany me in my life in a very close way. To highlight one, I would say either the first time I went to Florida or the 74th anniversary of Florida, I remember that anniversary as a super epic night with a closing by Andres Campo that stuck in my memory and made him become my great influence as a DJ.

CE Mag: Moving into music production, what was the transition like from being a fan of electronic music to actively creating it? Can you walk us through your journey from your first release to signing with major labels like Reload?

Nahum: I had always dreamed of having my own songs but I had not started producing because I had very little time due to my university career and the fact that I was working at the same time that I was studying and it was really difficult for me to make time for something that really requires it. The pandemic came and I had that time, so I took some online courses where I studied the operation of Ableton from the most basic to the most advanced to understand perfectly how this DAW worked, after starting with that base I took other courses of artists where they taught how to make techno music. Little by little I was improving until I was lucky enough that my first release was signed by Reload label owned by The Yellow Heads and entered the number 59 of Beatport’s top hype as it was a label with enough renown and I guess the production was in line with the label, and so it all began.

CE Mag: Your track “Star Y” marked your debut release and was signed by Reload. How did it feel to achieve this milestone, and how do you perceive your growth as an artist since then?

Nahum: I remember receiving the mail confirming the launch and screaming and jumping around the house like crazy. It was like a turning point, because until that moment I really wasn’t aware of the level of production I had, and it was a shot of motivation for me. Since then I have been perfecting my sound and bringing it closer to what I like to play in my sets today. I’m always in constant change and learning and it’s something that keeps me motivated to improve myself day after day.

CE Mag: Your performances have taken you to various clubs across Spain, from Valencia to Madrid to Barcelona. How do you adapt your sets to different venues and crowds, and what do you enjoy most about performing live?

Nahum: I think one of my strong points is my knowledge and the great musical library I have around the styles that have to do with techno. Thanks to that I manage to adapt a little more to different audiences and different moments of the set but always keeping my essence. What I enjoy most about performing live is the connection with the people and see how they dance non-stop to the music I like and choose for them.

CE Mag: As an artist constantly evolving and growing, what are your current goals and aspirations within the techno music scene?

Nahum: I have many unfulfilled goals which I work every day without stopping to make them happen in the near future. Among them is to play in the best clubs and festivals in Spain like Florida 135, Fabrik, Input, Monegros, Aquasella, etc. Another short-medium term goal is to internationalize as an artist, not only as a producer but also as a DJ, it is true that as a producer I am doing well but I would like to start touring internationally as a DJ on a regular basis. And finally and most importantly, continue to be happy doing what I do and create a team with the best people possible, because in the long run is what makes the difference.

CE Mag: Lastly, what advice would you give to aspiring DJs and producers who are just starting their journey in the electronic music industry?

Nahum: First of all, ask yourself if you really love music and want to dedicate yourself to it or if it is just a hobby, because the approach changes a lot in each case. If they really want to dedicate themselves to music, I recommend them to get as much training as possible in music production, as a DJ, as well as in understanding the music industry and to go as deep as possible in these 3 fields. It is very important to be constant and have clear your goals and where you want to go, from there I can only tell you not to be anxious to get things and enjoy the journey, because the process in which you are finding yourself as an artist is very nice and worth enjoying it.

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