Danca (DE): "I learned to trust my inner voice"
- Editorial Staff
- Jan 21
- 5 min read
Danca (DE) is a rising talent in melodic and progressive techno, with releases on labels such as 3000 Grad Records, Ritter Butzke Re-cords, and her own Synthphonie imprint. In 2025, she performed at major festivals including Fusion Festival, Sonne Mond Sterne, and Echelon, captivating audiences with dynamic sets and a strong stage presence. With a musical background starting in childhood and a creative approach that combines production and vocals, Danca has already achieved significant milestones, including her hit track "In-victus" , featured on prominent Spotify playli-sts. Other tracks like "Carpe Noctem" and the remix of "Little Soul" have also been well re-ceived. Having shared the stage with internationally renowned artists, she is establishing herself as a fresh and authentic voice in the electronic music scene.
How did your journey into electronic music begin, and what inspired you to transition from classical piano to producing melodic techno?
My path into electronic music really grew out of my lifelong love for music. Istarted with classical piano, then taught myself to play by ear, which is when I realized how strong my intuition actually was. From there, I got into son-gwriting, film music, and a bunch of other in-struments. The spark for electronic sounds hit me when / discovered synthesizers through Coldplay, which was my favorite band back then. A youth arts program in Munich introduced me to music production, and the moment I sat in front of a DAW, I knew this was something / wanted to take seriously. I first got deeper into melodic techno with the help of Mark Tarmonea, who guided me through my early steps. Later on, I found more mentors like Einmusik and Mark Dekoda. Learning from different artists gave me a much wider perspective and really shaped my sound and skills.
In 2025, you performed at major festivals like Fusion and SonneMondSterne: what was the most memorable moment for you at these events?
There wasn't one single moment that stood out. It was more the whole vibe. Playing festivals like Fusion or SonneMondSterne was an honor, but what really stayed with me was the overall experience especially seeing Fusion for the first time. All those stages, all the artists and people, and everyone actually being present instead of focused on their phones made it feel almost utopian. I felt like a small artist who suddenly got to be part of something huge. NTO's closing set on the Turm-bühne was definitely a personal highlight.
What have been the main musical influences or experiences that have shaped you as an artist in recent years?
I listen to a lot of different genres-jazz, neo-soul, punk rock, indie, metal, and in electronic music not just techno but also, for example, drum and bass. Getting into so many styles really shaped my own sound and pushed me to stop limiting myself creatively. I like experimenting with different ideas because it keeps things fun and fresh.
You've collaborated with or shared the stage with notable artists like Einmusik and Magdalena. What have you learned from these experiences?
Sharing the stage with famous artists taught me a lot about timing and vibe control.
When you play warm-up, you set the tone without going harder than the main act.
When you close, you pick up whatever energy is left and try to keep people with you.
I realized how powerful the right tracks can bea good closing set makes people stay even when they were already on their way out. Those moments really sharpened my feel for the crowd.
You produce and also sing on your tracks, adding a personal and intimate touch. How important is it for you to express this side of yourself through your music?
At first, I only produced, but for a long time, / wanted to sing more on my own tracks but didn't dare to. When / finally did it, the feedback was way better than / expected. Sometimes you just have to go for it, even if it scares you—the courage usually pays off. I learned to trust my inner voice.
As an artist supported by a talent development program in Ba-varia, what advice or resources do you find most valuable for those looking to grow in the electronic music scene?
Funding programs are super helpful because they usually support you financially. That way, people who don't come from wealthy families can still follow their dream of producing and releasing music. I think the most important thing to move forward is simply to do things, try a lot, and not be too afraid of failing.
How do you approach the creative process in the studio, especially when you have a busy schedule and limited free time?
Honestly, it's still a big challenge for me. I'm most creative when everything around me is clean and organized. I can't stand working in a chaotic environment. I'm a very tidy person in general, and even in my projects, everything is color-coded and grouped properly. I just need that structure to work clearly. When I know I don't have any other tasks hanging over me, I can fully dive into the music.
What also helps me is setting a timer and telling myself I'll work for a few hours with full focus and zero distractions. That's when I'm the most productive and when I get into the creative flow.
Starting a new project always takes a bit until | get into that flow, and that's usually the toughest part because you just have to push through it. But once the flow hits, you kind of get addicted to the project because it gives you such a euphoric feeling. From that point on, nothing can stop me from finishing the track. And when it comes to limited free time, you really have to be strict about how you spend it. I've given up a lot of things-for example, I almost never go to parties privately, and I don't maintain friendships that don't add value to my life. Instead, I'm in the studio whenever I have a free moment. Our time is limited, and we have to use it wisely.
Looking ahead, what are your next goals and which musical directions would you like to explore in the coming years?
My goal for the future is to build a big catalogue of music and release regularly, ideally every month. These days, it's important to put things out consistently if you want to be seen and heard. / want to keep doing my own thing and stay authentic because / think that's what matters most. I've also noticed that when you stay true to yourself, the right people naturally show up-people who really vibe with your music and support you when they can.
That's how you keep moving forward.
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