Jonathan Moreno, known as Sixtoagusto, is a DJ and producer from Monterrey, Mexico, crafting hypnotic soundscapes rooted in analog technique.
Photo credit: Sixtoagusto – Official
Working at the intersection of house and acid techno, his music is defined by raw textures, linear basslines, and distorted vocal fragments, all shaped through hands-on recording with synths, drum machines, and hardware effects. The result is physical, unpolished, and deeply intentional.
Far from chasing trends, Sixtoagusto builds tracks that feel driven by instinct — where rhythm moves in one direction, like the body itself. His upcoming LP emerged from years of experimentation and club immersion, expanding a collection of nearly finished sketches into something more cohesive and immersive.
In this conversation, he reflects on confronting desire through sound, the role of confusion on the dancefloor, and how Mexico’s underground keeps him creating.
Sixtoagusto’s ‘El Mono’ is available for pre-order via Satellite Records here.
EG: Welcome to EG. Before we get into the music, where are you today and what kind of atmosphere are you moving through right now?
Sixtoagusto: I’m in my hometown, Monterrey, Mexico. Currently, I’m producing and playing in cities near where I live, and occasionally performing live in an analog setup.
EG: Do you remember a moment early on when electronic music stopped being something you listened to and became something you needed to create?
Sixtoagusto: Yes, definitely. It happened when I was playing in a band as a drummer. Around that time, I began thinking about starting a solo project while also frequently visiting one of my favorite clubs in the country, Topaz Deluxe, with friends several years ago.
EG: Many artists talk about instinct versus intention. When you sit down to make music, which one tends to lead you and why?
Sixtoagusto: In my case, it’s more instinct-driven. I imagine the moment when it could be playing, the place where I might be, and the emotions it would generate.
EG: This album feels very physical in its energy. What role does the body play in the way you think about music and the dancefloor?
Sixtoagusto: I see it as if the body is always moving in a single direction, like an infinite path.
EG: When you were developing this project, what emotions or internal states were you trying to confront rather than explain?
Sixtoagusto: Hunger and desire — mainly approaching it as a personal challenge.
EG: Your music sits between several scenes and references. How do you navigate influence without feeling boxed into a genre or expectation?
Sixtoagusto: It’s heavily influenced by the club — intense nights and late, early-morning hours.
“Being more creative, more organized, and more improvisational when producing”
EG: At what point during the making of the album did you realize it was becoming something bigger than a collection of tracks?
Sixtoagusto: Over the years, I have already had several tracks close to being finished. As I added new material and started listening to everything together, it became clear there were too many tracks for an EP, so I decided to complete it as an LP.
EG: You use your own voice within the project. What made you feel ready to introduce that element, and what does it allow you to express that instruments alone cannot?
Sixtoagusto: Personally, I enjoy electronic music where the voice is used as another instrument, rather than as a traditional melodic element.
EG: Every artist has a track that scared them a little to finish. Was there a moment during this album where you had to trust your instinct instead of overthinking?
Sixtoagusto: Yes, absolutely. It’s the hardest challenge for me — knowing whether a track is finished or not. Sometimes I leave it aside for a while and return to it months later.
EG: How does the Mexican underground scene influence your perspective as an artist, both creatively and culturally?
Sixtoagusto: Very positively. It’s a strong motivation and a driving force to keep producing. Hearing fellow producers doing great work and playing everywhere is something I’m proud of.
EG: If someone encounters your music for the first time on a dark dancefloor, what do you hope they feel before they try to understand it?
Sixtoagusto: A bit of confusion and intrigue.
“In my case, it’s more instinct-driven. I imagine the moment when it could be playing, the place where I might be, and the emotions it would generate”
EG: Looking forward, what parts of your identity as an artist are you most curious to explore next?
Sixtoagusto: Being more creative, more organized, and more improvisational when producing.
EG: Thanks for the time and all the best!
Sixtoagusto: Thank you for the space and the thoughtful questions. It’s always meaningful to reflect on the process and share the context behind the music. I really appreciate the opportunity.
Sixtoagusto’s ‘El Mono’ is available for pre-order via Satellite Records here.
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