14 FAKTS INTERVIEW WITHLUIS MARTINEZ

Returning to Hot Creations, having first appeared on the label in 2019 with ‘Discow’, Colombian DJ/producer Jholeyson links up with fellow countryman Luis Martinez in what will be Martinez’ label debut. Established talents in their own right, the duo have enjoyed solo success from Martinez’s Marco Carola backed ‘YAY BOY’ to Jholeyson’s recent anthem ‘PK Dora’, with releases on prestigious labels including Solid Grooves, Deeperfect, Hellbent and Hottrax. Fusing Martinez’s vibrant sound, which draws from his love of 90s house, with Jholeyson’s eclectic tones and deep affection for the Latin genres that surrounded him during his formative years, they unite on Jamie Jones’ revered imprint with the zesty sounds of ‘Chewtastic’.

Q: Please introduce yourself

My name is Luis Angel Martinez, I was born in Colombia, to be exact, Envigado de Medellin in 1988 from a family of musicians and artists, mom and dad. 

Q: One person you'd dream to have a coffee with?

Michael Jackson, there is no need to specify why but it would certainly be a dream come true, to ask Michael lots of curiosities and advice. 

Q: If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?

That of being GOD, giving immortality to mankind to make us stay on this planet much longer. 

Q: If you would have been given the chance to do a film score, what movie would you choose and why?

Absolutely Jurassic Park! I would have tried to convey the most powerful music and The real power of the themes comes from the symbiotic fusion of the floating compositions with the images of the Dinosaurs. 

Q: Who has been the most influential in your music career? And why?

The limitless art of my parents, also musicians, creators, composers of ideas and also thanks to my hunger for music that I have always had from an early age to today. 

Q: Tell us about your journey, what got you to where you are today?

My path begins with me. Attracted by every sound, vibrations of the street, birds singing, I pick up one of the many instruments that have accompanied me until today, the guitar, then study it and move from my father's bass to my mother's piano and percussion, drums where I dedicated all the time I had available. 

Q: Everyone goes through ups and downs, what’s one habit you adopt to push through the downs?

I find strength in my two children and in their lightheartedness and purity, I truly thank them. 

Q: Can you recall a DJ set or performance of yours that remains unforgettable to you? Where did it take place, and what makes it stand out among all others?

There are so many unforgettable ones, one of these was the SUNWAVES Festival with the calm sea and the sea of people in front of me, a very long and very deep set. 

Q: How has your music style evolved over the years?

From American hip pop when I was 10, to the funky and disco house of Detroit, collecting hundreds of vinyl that I keep in my studio which are still a source of many inspirations today. 

Q: If you were to venture into another music genre, which one would you choose and why?

Street hip hop because it's a warm, deep and pure genre. 

Q: Could you name 3 tracks that got you into electronic music and why?

Let's say that I approached this world thanks to some events that took place in my city with more minimal influences. 

Q: Can you recommend a hidden gem in your home country that would be perfect for a rave?

Comuna 13, among people who have a particular sensitivity for electronic music and more. 

Q: Could you tell us about your upcoming releases and plans for the year?

My EP will be released soon and will see me debut on Jamie Jones' label HOT CREATIONS and other releases but without aiming for quantity but rather quality. 

Q: Can you share a fun fact about yourself that most of your listeners are probably unaware of?

When I was 8 years old I went with my dad to an important local radio station to present the program with him, launching the songs with my energy and madness!