Art Attack: "Seeing music inspire genuine emotions is deeply rewarding as an artist"

Art Attack is a rising force in Peru’s electronic music scene, delivering a powerful fusion of melodic techno, progressive house, and indie dance. Inspired by ’80s new wave and ’90s alternative rock, his signature sound combines cinematic emotion, driving grooves, and unforgettable melodies.

He has appeared on lineups alongside Eric Prydz, Adriatique, Colyn, DJ Tennis, The Blessed Madonna, Maceo Plex, Agents of Time, Rebüke, Rivo, Eze Ramirez, Curol, Brigado Crew, Louden, and Emiliano De Marco. With forthcoming releases on Black Rose Recordings, White Rose Recordings, and Warbeats Records, Art Attack is ready to carry his distinctive sound from Peru to the global electronic stage.

Your music blends melodic techno, progressive house, and indie dance, while drawing inspiration from ’80s new wave and ’90s alternative rock. How did you develop this unique sonic identity, and what emotions do you aim to transmit through your music?

My sonic identity developed naturally from everything I listened to growing up. I have always been drawn to the emotion and atmosphere of ’80s new wave and ’90s alternative rock, as well as the hypnotic energy of electronic music.

Over time, those influences began to meet in my productions through melodic elements, darker textures, and strong grooves. I try not to approach music through strict genre boundaries. What matters most to me is creating a journey that feels emotional, nostalgic, and powerful—something that can connect with people while still working on the dance floor.

You recently released "Dreamcatcher" as part of the VA on Black Rose Recordings. What is the story behind the track, and what does this release represent for you at this stage of your career?

“Dreamcatcher” is a personal tribute to Colyn, a producer who has had a major influence on my sound and artistic development. I wanted to capture some of the emotion and atmosphere that first drew me to his music while still creating something that felt completely true to my own identity.

Releasing the track through Black Rose Recordings—a label I have admired for a long time—makes it especially meaningful. I’m very proud to be part of the Black Rose family, and I’m particularly grateful to Ciro Acciarino, who believed in me and has been an incredibly supportive force during this important step in my journey.

The track appears on the ten-track compilation Incanto, Vol. 6, alongside music from Patrick Ruprecht, Unseen, Hydrah, Beyond Form, Jör, Swanborn, Salvador, Engelbert, LackOfAffekt, Alexander Gatt, AURIN (IN), Onen, MATARA, and TOBAK. Being included with such a talented group of artists makes the release even more special. For me, “Dreamcatcher” represents both a tribute to one of my greatest influences and an important achievement at this stage of my career.

Your "Playin’ It Cool" EP on White Rose Recordings features three tracks. What was the creative idea behind this project, and how does it reflect your current artistic direction?

“Playin’ It Cool” marks another extension of my sound, leaning more clearly into indie dance. The EP explores a darker and groovier direction without losing the power and energy that define my productions.

It features three tracks—“Playin’ It Cool,” “Friday with a Twist,” and “Straight Up”—all of which I tested during some incredible performances. Each one worked exactly as I had hoped, creating powerful peak-time moments while connecting the audience with the overall journey of the set.

The EP reflects my current artistic direction: indie dance driven by dark textures, strong grooves, and powerful club energy, while always maintaining an emotional connection with the dance floor.

You have a new three-track EP coming in January 2027 on Black Rose Recordings. Can you tell us more about the concept behind this release and what listeners can expect from it?

The upcoming three-track EP on Black Rose Recordings explores a more introspective side of my sound. Featuring “Memories of You” and two versions of “Random Connections,” it has a warm, dreamy quality and is intended to feel thoughtful and easy to listen to.

The concept revolves around memories, human connections, and the unexpected ways certain people and moments stay with us. Each track approaches these feelings from a different perspective, combining emotional melodies with soft, cinematic atmospheres.

Releasing the EP with Black Rose in January 2027 makes it even more meaningful, as the label has become an important part of my artistic journey. It is a personal release that invites listeners to slow down, reflect, and connect with their own memories and emotions.

You also have a four-track EP coming on Warbeats Records, the label of Plastic Robots. How did this collaboration come together, and what can we expect from this new project?

I’ve been playing Plastic Robots’ tracks regularly in my sets, so releasing this EP on Warbeats Records is genuinely a dream for me. I have admired the label’s sound and energy for a long time, which makes this collaboration especially meaningful.

During this journey, I also met Mariz and Proxxy, two amazing Brazilian artists. The four-track release includes two of my originals and two remixes. Proxxy delivers an incredible remix of "A Night in Lima", bringing his own perspective to the track while preserving its original identity.

Plastic Robots also remixes my track "Kittin on Painkillers", which is a tribute to Miss Kittin—an artist whose work I quickly came to love and deeply admire. The remix gives the track a powerful new dimension. Altogether, the EP connects my sound with artists I respect and represents a very exciting step in my journey.

You have shared the stage with artists such as Eric Prydz, Adriatique, Colyn, DJ Tennis, and Maceo Plex. Which of these experiences has had the strongest impact on your journey as an artist?

Each experience has influenced me differently because all these artists have such distinctive identities. The greatest lesson has been seeing how artists at that level create a complete journey—not only through their track selection, but also through patience, timing, and a deep understanding of the crowd.

Sharing those stages has encouraged me to become more confident in my own identity instead of following a formula. It has also taught me that performing is about much more than simply playing records. It is about building a genuine connection and almost hypnotizing the crowd through the emotions created by my music and track selection.

Every show is an opportunity to guide the audience through a unique experience. Ultimately, these performances reminded me that longevity comes from developing a sound and artistic vision that are genuinely your own.

You recently performed at RESISTANCE Peru. How was that experience, and what does it mean for you to represent the Peruvian electronic music scene on such an important platform?

Performing at RESISTANCE Peru was a very special experience and an important milestone in my career. The scale of the event, the energy of the crowd, and the quality of the artists involved made it an incredibly powerful moment.

I’m deeply grateful for the support I received during my performance. By my second or third track, the stage was already full, and I immediately felt a strong connection with the audience. Throughout the hour-and-a-half set, I could see people jumping, dancing, hugging, and kissing during its different moments. Seeing the music inspire those genuine emotions is one of the most rewarding things I can experience as an artist.

Representing Peru on a platform with such international recognition is both an honor and a responsibility. It motivates me to keep growing and to show that Peruvian artists can bring a strong, original sound and create meaningful experiences on major stages.

Peru’s electronic music scene is growing internationally. What do you think makes the scene unique, and how do you see your role within this movement?

Peru’s electronic music scene has a very passionate energy. The audience is curious, expressive, and increasingly open to different sounds, while local artists are developing stronger individual identities. Peru also has a cultural richness that can inspire something truly distinctive rather than simply reproducing what is happening elsewhere.

I see my role as contributing my own musical perspective, supporting the growth of the local community, and helping create connections between Peru and the international scene. I do not try to fit into one category. Instead, I embrace different styles and push musical boundaries, drawing on my strong connection to the music of the ’80s and ’90s—an influence that resonates with many people.

I do not play it safe when I perform. I want every show to reveal a different side of me and offer the audience an experience they were not necessarily expecting. Ultimately, I hope my progress can help open doors not only for me, but also for other Peruvian artists.

Your productions often combine cinematic atmospheres, emotional melodies, and powerful grooves. When you create a new track, what usually comes first: an emotion, a melody, a rhythm, or a story?

Most of the time, it begins with an emotion or an atmosphere. I may start with a sound, a chord progression, or a melody that immediately suggests a certain feeling. From there, the rhythm gives that emotion a physical form and transforms it into something that can live on the dance floor.

I do not always begin with a specific story, but as the track develops, its own narrative usually appears. For me, the best productions are the ones that make you feel something while also making you move.

With new releases and projects ahead, what are your goals for Art Attack, and where do you see your sound taking you in the future?

My main goal is to keep building a recognizable and honest artistic identity. I want each release to show growth while remaining connected to the emotional and energetic core of my music. I also hope to collaborate with labels and artists whose visions inspire me, bring my music to new audiences, and perform on more international stages.

In the future, I see my sound becoming more refined and expansive—continuing to combine melody, cinematic atmosphere, and powerful grooves while remaining open to experimentation. The goal is evolution without losing the essence of Art Attack.

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