Molella: "I'm always looking for new inspiration so I can keep up with the times"
- Editorial Staff
- Feb 24
- 2 min read
Molella, an Italian DJ and producer, has been a key figure in European dance music since the ’90s. Famous for "Freed From Desire" by Gala, he has worked with international artists like The Outhere Brothers, Heaven 17, KT Tunstall, and Edward Maya, and remixed top Italian names including Jovanotti, Gemelli Diversi, 883, Vasco Rossi, Tananai, and The Kolors. Active on social media, he shares updates on DJ sets, remixes, and new projects, and together with dj Albertino, "Get Far" Fargetta, and Prezioso, he has toured Italy with "Deejay Time", the country’s biggest live electronic music show.
"Come In A Dance" is a collaboration with KG Man and Tommy Veanud, released on TV Recordings. How did the track come together, and what made you feel it was the right release at this moment in your career?
It was done in various versions, then we chose the one that felt best for the moment.
You dominated the European charts throughout the ’90s and you’re still actively producing today. How has your creative and production process evolved over the years?
Actually, when I think about it, it seems surreal :) I always do what I like without thinking too much about how the song will turn out. Productivity has changed a lot over the years; it's much simpler and faster now.
"Freed From Desire" has become a timeless global anthem, crossing generations and even entering sports culture. How do you personally relate to that track today?
I'm proud to have made a song that brings everyone together and can be heard from weddings to stadiums around the world. Obviously, I never thought I'd have such a huge success.
Throughout your career you’ve worked with a wide range of international artists. What do you look for in collaborations now, and what still excites you about making dance music?
I'm always looking for new inspiration so I can keep up with the times.
With Deejay Time, you continue to tour across Italy with Albertino, Fargetta and Prezioso. What does that experience mean to you today, and how important is the live dimension in your current artistic journey?
We've been doing these evenings in arenas since the '90s. We were probably the first DJs to put on shows like this. The live experience is incredibly important because it helps you understand if you're doing the right thing in the shortest amount of time.
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