Find Out How Kai Wachi Delivers The Best In Bass | Interview

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In 2019 Kai Wachi released his debut album “DEMIGOD “and started his first headline tour with Sam Lamar. Having appeared in countless festivals and gained the support of some of the biggest artists, Wachi is starting off 2020 with a bang. His technique for elevating the genre is second to none and it shows. With a badass approach of producing amazing rhythms and tracks, Wachi knows what a Bass fan wants and delivers his songs with an originality that is unmatched. If you want to experience music at it’s finest then look no further than Wachi. I had the pleasure of speaking to Kai about his music and how he creates such satisfying Electronic Dance Music tracks.

Hi, it’s RiMo from Fresh Music Freaks and I’m here today with the incredibly talented Bass music producer Kai Wachi. Kai, I LOVED your album “DEMIGOD” and I can’t wait to see you perform the tracks from the album. There is so much fantasy and drama in your work. What inspires you to create songs with so much passion?

It really comes down to the music being a huge part of who I am and what I want to give to the world. I try to push myself and the boundaries of Bass music to new places so people aren’t getting the same over and over again. Exploring different sounds and styles and seeing where things can go is probably the best part of the process for me.

How would you describe your music?

That’s tough, because I do have a sort of signature “Kai Wachi” sound that people have connected to, but I try to apply it to different styles whether it be Dubstep, Electro, Hip-Hop or Midtempo. My latest stuff has mostly been super rowdy Dubstep, which has been fun to play out, but I’ve been working on some new, different stuff I’m really excited about.

Tell me about your experience headlining your own tour for the first time at such a young age. What made you start to feel that this was a course that you wanted to pursue?

Headlining my own tour is a dream come true. I’ve been on a few tours before and they’re unforgettable, but at the end of the day, you’re there to support the headliner. In my case, I had a lot of freedoms working with Black Tiger Sex Machine and my Kannibalen Records family, but it’s different when you’re on your own with your own lineup. There’s more pressure, but it’s been amazing and well worth any anxiety I had about it before starting, haha.

How many hours a week on average are you spending in your studio?

Not as much as you’d think. Lately, it’s been maybe six, seven hours a week. I found that when I try and force music out I just come out with songs I don’t like and feel empty. When I spend less overall time on music and more quality time I come up with better tracks.

Explain your songwriting process, ex: do you have a set method, or does it vary?

I just mess around with synths and different chords till I find something cool. Sometimes I make a cool heavy sound and start from there. Other times I just start writing melodies and chords and see where it takes me.

What kinds of music do you like? What are you listening to?

Rap, Dubstep, and Metal mostly!

Looking at your career, you’ve worked with some of the best EDM artists and appeared at so many festivals in the past. What are some of the differences you are noticing when you are on your own tour?

I think when you’re on your own tour, you notice more little things. You’re always critiquing everything more, monitoring things with a close eye to make sure you’re able to deliver the best experience possible to the fans. It’s a bit more stressful, but it pays off with seeing a crowd that is here to see you specifically.

How do you handle the stressors of touring and performing? What do you do to stay healthy as an artist?

I try to eat healthy when I can, but while touring sometimes that can be hard. It’s all about maintenance though, balance. Anybody that knows me knows I swear by exercise. Hitting the gym keeps me freshest.

Are there any artists you would like to collaborate with (are currently collaborating with)?

Of course. Too many to name really. I’d really like to collab with someone out of the norm. I think too often there’s not enough diversity in collabs. It’s usually heavy people with heavy people. The creativity comes out when two different kinds of producers get together.

Your tour is still going strong and will continue into next year.  What else are you looking forward to in 2020?

I’m super stoked for all of the releases I have coming out in 2020. My last EP was a bunch of bangers that I didn’t even plan on releasing. I just wanted some crazy aggressive tracks to play out. The upcoming stuff I’m super excited about as I’m putting in much more focus to perfect them. I’m also pumped for festival season again!!! And more tour dates 😉

What advice do you have for other musicians out there looking to write Bass music?

I’d say finding your signature sound is key. Of course, when you’re first getting started, you’ll emulate people, but at a certain point, you should try and find what makes you different and lean into that heavily, see where it takes you. Having your own identity, even disregarding branding, but just specifically with the music, is going to be your biggest asset.

Thank you, Kai Wachi for speaking with us!

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