Born, raised, and based in Sofia, Diass began his journey in music at just 12 years old, gradually shaping a path rooted in sound and emotion. A classically trained musician and studio engineer, he has spent over a decade refining a style that balances groove, texture, and storytelling.
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His work moves between organic elements and club-focused energy, both in the studio and behind the decks. With releases on labels such as Sacro, Make The Girls Dance, Scorpios, and We’re Here, his productions have reached genre Top 100 charts while gaining support beyond his home country.
In 2022, he co-founded KATUN, a platform centered on community and forward-thinking electronic music. Along the way, he has shared the stage with artists including Damian Lazarus, Mëstiza, and Blond:ish, further shaping his presence within the international circuit.
In this conversation, Diass opens up about his creative process, the evolution of his sound, and the ideas driving his next chapter.
EG: Hi, Diass! Welcome to EG. To start, where do you find yourself today, and what kind of energy is surrounding you in this moment?
Diass: Thanks for the invite. Right now, I’m in my studio in Sofia, which is basically my second home. I’m using this moment before the summer tour kicks in to finish new music and get everything properly in place. There’s a really nice energy around, warmer days are coming, nature is waking up after the winter, everything’s turning green again. It feels fresh and inspiring, like the perfect reset before things get intense.
EG: If we go back to your earliest memories in Bulgaria, what was the very first sound or musical moment that made you realize music wasn’t just something you heard, but something you felt?
Diass: Music has been part of my life since day one. My father is a DJ, so I literally grew up surrounded by records. There’s even a funny story, apparently, the only way to stop me from crying as a baby was to sit me on the couch between two pillows and put on MTV. So I didn’t really “discover” music at some point; it has always been there. It’s part of who I am.
EG: You’ve recently shared music through We’re Here and Scandalosa labels, with more coming on Madorasindahouse and Nervous. Beyond the technical arrangements, why did you feel a need to create these specific bodies of work right now?
Diass: For me, it’s always about where I am mentally at that moment. These releases came out of a period where I was more introspective, but also pushing myself to be more direct with my sound. Less overthinking, more feeling. Each label has its own identity, so it’s like placing different parts of yourself in the right home. It wasn’t calculated, it just felt right.
EG: Which part of your own personality is most visible inside your ‘Solo Tu’ recent release on Scandalosa Records?
Diass: I was born in the Balkans, where the local music carries a very specific ethnic signature. ‘Solo Tu’ reflects that side of me, but with a Latin influence from my collaborator, Andrew Matheus. We blended our backgrounds naturally, and the result feels honest, like two worlds meeting in the right place.
“Everything moves very fast right now – trends, releases, careers. I’d like to see more focus on longevity and identity. Artists taking time to develop a real voice instead of chasing what works in the moment”
EG: When you are in the studio, what is the specific feeling you are chasing? How do you know when a track has transitioned from a mere idea into a living piece of art?
Diass: For me, the moment an idea turns into a real track is simple: the vibe check. If I’m in the studio and it makes me want to stand up and move, I know I’m on the right path. I trust that feeling. If it works for me, it will translate on the dancefloor. Playing music is an exchange of energy between you and the crowd.
EG: Your journey has seen an evolution in sound. What guides your hand when choosing the textures for your music today versus when you first started?
Diass: Before, I was more focused on proving something – trying different styles, adding more layers, more complexity. Now it’s almost the opposite. I’m more interested in space, in choosing the right sounds rather than many sounds. Texture is about emotion, not technique. If one sound can say everything, I don’t need ten.
EG: This summer takes you to SAGA with Bedouin, Hï with Mestiza, and The Apartment at UNVRS. When you prepare for a specific date in Ibiza, how do you balance staying true to your sound while honoring the energy of the island?
Diass: Ibiza has a special place for me. The island has shaped electronic music culture for decades, and you feel that energy every time you’re there. What I value most is how deeply music is understood. It gives you freedom as an artist. When I prepare for those shows, I respect that context but stay true to myself. Every party has its own identity, and I try to connect through the versatility of my sound.
EG: Your Temperamento parties are expanding in Bulgaria and beyond. What was the core philosophy you wanted to protect when you started?
Diass: Temperamento is very personal. I created it as a space away from expectations and trends. It’s where I can fully express myself and tell my story in an honest way. The symbol is a key with a face, representing a simple idea – the key to your happiness is you. Through music, I try to remind people of that. When that energy is shared on a dancefloor, it becomes something bigger.
“I’m more interested in space, in choosing the right sounds rather than many sounds. Texture is about emotion, not technique. If one sound can say everything, I don’t need ten”
EG: What is one thing you hope the electronic music culture does better in the coming years?
Diass: I think we need to slow down. Everything moves very fast right now: trends, releases, careers. I’d like to see more focus on longevity and identity. Artists are taking time to develop a real voice instead of chasing what works in the moment.
EG: As you look toward the next decade, what areas of your creativity are calling to you
Diass: I want to go deeper into storytelling, not just in tracks but across projects. Maybe combining music with visuals, more conceptual work that lives beyond the dancefloor. Club music will always be my base, but I feel there’s another layer I haven’t fully explored yet.
Diass’ ‘Solo Tu’ is out now on Scandalosa Records. Stream and download here.
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