Dance With Emotions: The Odymel Interview
Belgian DJ and producer Odymel has been making waves in the electronic music scene with his high-energy sets and hard-hitting productions. In just under two years, he’s gone from local teen events to sold-out headline shows, including a recent night at FUSE Brussels that sold out in just three days—a feat the iconic venue hadn't seen in years. Drawing inspiration from countless hours spent on the dancefloor as a listener, Odymel crafts tracks that balance emotional depth with unrelenting energy, blending retro Eurodance, trance, and techno influences into a sound that feels both nostalgic and fresh. His breakout single Gucci has already surpassed a million streams, and his relentless work ethic saw him play over 100 gigs last year alone. Now, Odymel is kicking off 2025 with a pair of must-hear releases. The Basement EP—out now via The Orchard—offers a deeper look into his signature style with three floor-ready cuts that explore the emotional connection between melody and movement. Meanwhile, his collaboration with Funk Tribu, Forbidden Voices, just dropped via Urban/Universal Music, delivering another dose of euphoric, rave-inspired power. With an upcoming European and Australian tour, Odymel shows no signs of slowing down. We had a chat with him about his rise in the scene, the story behind these new releases, and how he approaches crafting sets that make people dance with feeling. Let’s dive in.
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Where are you in the world right now? What do you love about that place? What do you hate? What does your daily life look like over there?
Right now, I’m in Belgium, which has basically become my home. I love how deeply electronic music is embedded in the culture here. The scene is rich, diverse, and constantly evolving, which keeps me inspired.
I hate the weather, though, grey skies and rain aren’t exactly the most motivating. My daily life here is pretty structured: I spend my mornings in the studio working on new music, afternoons handling all the behind-the-scenes stuff, and nights either DJing or checking out other artists' sets to stay inspired
You’ve played at major festivals like Dour, Pukkelpop, and Tomorrowland. How do these large-scale events compare to more intimate club settings in terms of energy and connection with the audience?
Festivals are insane—huge crowds, massive energy, and that overwhelming rush of seeing thousands of people moving to your music. But clubs have this raw intensity that’s impossible to replicate. In a smaller venue, you can feel the crowd’s every reaction, which lets you build a real connection. I love both, but each setting brings something different to the table.
Mango Disco dropped last month—how did that collaboration come about, and what was it like working with Malaa?
The collab with Malaa happened super naturally. We had been talking about working together for a while, and when the opportunity finally came, it just clicked. His sound brings this dark, gritty energy, and blending that with my melodic and high-energy approach created something really unique. We both pushed each other in different ways, and I think that’s what makes the track special.
You’ve also collaborated with artists like Funk Tribu and others. How do these experiences differ from working solo, and what have you learned from these partnerships?
Collaborations are all about merging different energies and perspectives. Working with artists like Funk Tribu has helped me push my sound in directions I wouldn’t have explored alone. You step out of your comfort zone and adapt to someone else’s creative process, which can be really refreshing. It keeps things exciting and helps my own style evolve.
You’ve been releasing music for less than two years and already played over 100 gigs last year. What has been the most surprising or challenging part of this fast-paced journey so far?
The craziest part has been how quickly everything is moving. One moment, I was just starting this project, and the next, I was playing major festivals and traveling non-stop.
The biggest challenge is keeping up with it all—staying creative, staying balanced, and making sure I still have time to enjoy the ride.
You’ve said your goal is to make people dance with emotion, even evoking feelings like nostalgia, joy, or even anger. How do you approach structuring a set to take people on that kind of journey?
It’s all about pacing and storytelling. I never just play banger after banger—I build tension, create moments of release, and let emotions breathe.
I love using unexpected transitions and contrasts to surprise people, making them feel something deeper than just the beat.
You’re about to embark on a European and Australian tour. How do you prepare for a run of shows like this, and do you tailor your sets differently for different regions?
Preparing for a tour is a mix of refining my set, making sure I have new material to keep things fresh, and physically taking care of myself so I can handle the travel. I definitely adapt my sets based on the crowd and the vibe of each place—what works in Europe might not hit the same way in Australia, so I always try to feel out the energy and adjust accordingly.
What are your go-to tools in the studio and on stage? Are there any VSTs, synths, or hardware pieces you couldn’t live without?
In the studio, I rely a lot on Serum, Diva, and Spire. They give me the flexibility to craft the melodic and energetic sounds I love.
On stage, I keep things pretty streamlined—I focus more on creating the right vibe and reading the crowd than getting lost in too many tools.
When you’re working on new music, what’s your favorite aspect of the process?
My favorite part is definitely sound design—creating new leads, basslines, and textures that bring a track to life. I love experimenting with different synths and effects until I find something that feels fresh and unique. It keeps my music evolving and makes every track feel personal.
What was the last track by another artist you were obsessed with? Tell us how you encountered it, when you would listen to it, and why it obsessed you.
Lately, I’ve been obsessed with Fenrick - Tempo. It instantly caught my attention. The groove, the energy—it’s the kind of track that gets stuck in your head and makes you want to move. I’ve been playing it a lot in my sets, and the crowd reaction has been amazing.
Thanks Odymel! And lastly, I’d like to ask you what do you have coming up in the next few months?
A lot of exciting things are on the way! I have new music dropping soon, including some collaborations I can’t wait to share. The tour is going to be massive, and I’m also working on refining my live performances to bring even more energy to the stage.
2025 is looking crazy, and I’m just getting started!
Odymel - Q1 2025 TOUR DATES
14 - 28.02 Australia Tour, AUS
07.03 Odymel b2b Dj Boring @Kasko - Antwerp, BE
08.03 Goat ball - Berlin, DE
14.03 Redclub - Tours, FR
15.03 Exit @Pan - Hannover, DE
17.03 Tomorrowland Winter - Alpe D’huez, FR
21.03 Hotline @COMPLEX - Maastricht, NL
22.03 Lena x La Tagente @Antipode, Rennes
29.03 BCCO x L’ENTREPOT - Bordeaux, FR
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