After dominating the decks at the bassPOD stage at EDC Las Vegas, HEYZ stopped by to chat about the bass music scene, what’s to come in the future from him, and more.
If you’re looking for one of the wildest rides you can take in the bass music scene, then HEYZ should be your conductor. Since fully embracing everything there is to love about wubs, this dubstep artist has been on quite the ascent to the top. This year alone has seen him move crowds across the country during multiple tour stops, while he’s continued to churn out some fantastic tunes on Deadbeats and Bassrush Records. While he might be moving rapidly through the scene, he slowed down for just a moment at EDC Las Vegas for a conversation after his set at the bassPOD.
It was honestly fucking awesome. A new stage after many years of the same stage. No hate on the old stage, but what a blessing to break in some new shit,” he said about playing bassPOD this year. “I never played the old stage, but I feel like I would be up there and disconnected from the crowd, but we were in there together.”
When asked about his thoughts on the bass scene, HEYZ dug in to why he loves it so much. “I just think wooks are nice,” he said. “It’s all love and good vibes and wookery. Everyone’s super nice, I love it.”
HEYZ has become a fixture in the bass community in recent years, with a massive touring schedule that has taken him across the country. When it comes to keeping yourself healthy on the road, he shared some advice. “I think the main thing is taking care of your mental health and your body,” he said. “Drink a bunch of water. Try to go to bed. It’s hard when you play a set, and you’re trying to wind down; it’s super difficult because you’ll be on a dopamine high just from playing for a bunch of people. So I have a hard time falling asleep; it’ll take hours.”
Zeds Dead was his immediate response when asked who he’d like to collaborate with in the future, before mentioning that some in the works had just fallen through. “I think it will happen. They’re the best, they’re the GOATs. Before I was even an artist, I looked up to them big time,” he shared.
For new artists looking to make their break, HEYZ also had some words of wisdom. “Try not to follow trends. Be really active on socials,” he said. “Unfortunately, we live in an era where social media is just as important as the fucking music. You can make shitty music and still be popular. Play the game, but try to detach yourself from it. And don’t be afraid to put yourself out there.”
The rise of influencers-turned-DJs on social media has also become more prominent in recent years, and HEYZ offered his thoughts on the matter. “I don’t really mind any of that. It’s just more eyes on our scene. If they get fast-tracked to success, that’s okay, but they’re bringing in more people who wouldn’t know about our shit,” he said. “I don’t really have an issue with it unless it’s just like super not genuine. Anything that can get eyes on bass music that wouldn’t otherwise be on it, I’m cool with it.”
HEYZ closed out the chat by saying he’s working on a bunch of originals and is working toward an album for next year. He also teased that he’s planning to play the biggest headline show of his career next year in Denver, leaving the venue vague but allowing fans to “take a guess.” Stay tuned for more from this dynamic bass music artist by following his social media channels!
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