Mexican DJ and producer Andruss swung by to chat about “Pegao,” his thoughts on the Latin house scene, and what’s in store for the rest of 2024.
It’s been a big year for Mexican-born DJ and producer Andruss. With standout tracks like his remix of “Frikitona” and the widely supported “PAPI,” he has caught the attention of major names such as Cloonee, Chris Lake, and Claptone, all while having the opportunity to share stages with icons like Alok, Duke Dumont, and Mark Knight.
Andruss’s Latin-influenced sound has particularly shone this year as his groovy tech house continues to dominate dance floors worldwide. Recently, he teamed up with Cloonee for their highly anticipated collaboration, “Pegao.”
We caught up with Andruss to discuss the making of this track, his journey as an artist thus far, and what’s next for him. Read on for the full interview.
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Hey, Andruss. Thank you for your time today. Let’s jump right into it! You’ve had a breakout year in 2024 with tracks like “Frikitona” gaining major recognition. How does “Pegao” represent your evolution as an artist?
Thank you for the interview. It’s an honor to be here. I think after putting out such a strong track like “Frikitona,” my sets have changed, and I’m playing more and more groovy tech house with that Latin flavor. “Pegao” was a song that was rooted in that style and became a crowd-pleaser weapon in my sets. I sent it to Cloonee, and he has played it in his sets ever since. I wasn’t thinking about making a better track than “Frikitona” — I just wanted to make a song that people can dance to.
What’s something about your collaboration with Cloonee on “Pegao” that fans might not know? Any behind-the-scenes stories from the studio?
It was funny that the tune was made in one day before my debut at Club Space in Miami, where I played with Cloonee´s label for the Hellbent Showcase during Miami Music Week. Days after he asked me for that song and if it was signed yet, I got the idea that he make a version two of the song to release it on our own.
This isn’t the first time you’ve released on Cloonee’s Hellbent Records label, but it’s your first full collaboration. How did it feel working directly with Cloonee on this track?
It was mostly the perfect time. We have been talking so much over these months. I’ve also played with him on a few shows and showcases from the label. I took my chance to present this to him, and he jumped on it.
Your Latin influence is a big part of your sound. How do you incorporate your culture into your music, and how does that influence the global house scene?
I’ll always be proud of where I come from. Mérida is such a rich city with tons of culture. It has been part of my childhood since we listened to so much aalsa, reggaeton, and cumbia. Also, there are many good DJs who helped me learn and get into house music in the beginning.
What can we expect from you on your upcoming US tour? Are there any exciting new tracks or collaborations in the pipeline?
Yes, it’s been an amazing three-week tour, crossing the country from San Francisco to New York. Both were sold out, and it makes me feel full of energy to keep doing this. It was an incredible kickoff.
I have a few singles on my own with the label Helix, and am getting on board for a few remixes this next month. Without giving too much away about future music, I can only say that there are going to be some collaborations with Fatboi, Tom & Collins, and ACRAZE, along with a big remix for a top British DJ.
Finally, the Latin tech house scene is gaining more visibility. How do you see this sound evolving, and where do you think it’s headed in the future?
It will probably be here to stay. As you may know, there are so many potential fusions. The possibilities are endless.
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