BERLINCIAGAY #10 – DJ BELUGA92

Can you introduce yourself — how did DJ Beluga92 start? Was it originally a solo or duo project?

DJ Beluga92 was born very naturally from a perfect connection with one of my best friends, Adrien. It all started with our shared love for music and for exchanging sounds — from when we were 15 in the school playground, all the way to creating a live set tailored for Rex Club last Saturday. It has always been a duo project, even though I mostly produce on my own in my studio in Toulouse. Adrien is always there remotely, guiding me, advising me, and encouraging me.

How have you been, and what’s been keeping you inspired lately?

I feel truly fulfilled, and I think that comes through in my music. I’ve realized that I basically have two jobs — on one side I’m a dentist, and on the other I’m a music producer. I simply can’t stop making music; if I go more than two weeks without it, I really feel the absence. That distance actually fuels my inspiration even more when I sit back down and put my hands on my machines.

There are many projects coming up — including a vinyl release with you (which we’re very excited about), and more vinyl releases planned throughout 2026. A big new step for us is our live performances. We’ve written music specifically for the club, and I hope it will make people dance like the crowd did in Paris last Saturday. It’s a really fascinating exercise that I’ve loved — every signal coming out of our machines is imagined and created by us. That said, I also love DJ sets, and I already miss them.

How did you get into music production?

I started playing piano very early, around the age of six, and quickly became completely addicted to music — from 90s French rap to jazz, bossa nova, and even Aphex Twin. Music has always been an obvious part of my life.

I then taught myself recording software, started experimenting with machines, and eventually discovered modular synthesis. I think I’m fascinated by music in all its forms. I began collecting gear quite early on, including a lot of vintage pieces that probably give my sound its particular texture.

I’ve always worked by ear. But this summer, I was lucky to meet someone who helped me refine and elevate my sound — Christophe Chapelle — and I’d like to warmly thank him for his precious advice. There’s also Von Riu, an artist I deeply admire, who has been guiding me for over a year towards ever higher sound quality.

These kinds of encounters really help me grow and allow me to create music that I truly love. Because that’s actually very difficult — creating an atmosphere, a piece of music that genuinely speaks to me.

Who are your musical inspirations?

My inspirations are very broad — from 90s French rap to jazz, bossa nova, and artists like Aphex Twin. I’m drawn to music that has texture, emotion, and depth, regardless of genre.

We recently saw your live set at Rex — how did that go?

It went incredibly well. The energy from the crowd was amazing, and it was very special for us to present a live set we had built so intentionally for that space. Seeing people connect and dance to something we created from scratch is always a powerful feeling.

What’s your favourite record shop?

Recently in France, I’d say Yoyaku — some of my upcoming tracks should actually be available there soon. I also love places like Archivio Records in Brooklyn, and Jim’s Prophecy in Toulouse <3