Pandaja: "I want people to feel freedom, excitement, and emotion"

Pandaja is a house, tech house, and latin tech DJ and producer who has been shaping his sound and energizing dancefloors since 2005. Inspired by the vibrant atmosphere of Ibiza, Miami, and open-air events around the world, he channels that same electrifying energy into every performance.

His sets are a journey that begins deep in the underground, driven by groove, rhythm, and tension, before rising into powerful, high-energy peaks. Blending hypnotic basslines, infectious percussion, and uplifting moments, Pandaja creates an immersive experience designed to move bodies and connect minds.

Built from the dancefloor and made for the dancefloor, his music is more than a performance—it's a shared experience where energy, emotion, and movement come together as one.

"Ta Cabron" to Old School Flow is a very direct title — what’s the idea or story behind the track, and how does it reflect your current sound?

The idea behind Old School Flow comes directly from the main lyric: "Old school flow, new school flex". In many ways, the track is a reflection of who I am as an artist.

I often write music for myself first. I want my tracks to express something genuine rather than simply follow trends. The “old school flow” represents my relationship with electronic music, which has been a major part of my life since around 2005. Over the years, I’ve been influenced by many different sounds and eras, from techno to the iconic Global Underground years, and those influences still inspire me today.

The "new school flex" represents the willingness to keep evolving, embracing modern influences while staying true to yourself. For me, the track is about finding the balance between those two worlds.

Old School Flow will be released this November on NVDRZ the sublabel of Material Series, with support from Alvaro Smart.The track has already been tested in front of large crowds, and one of the most rewarding parts of the journey has been seeing the audience reaction. The energy it created on the dancefloor was incredible, and the response gave me confidence that the message and feeling behind the track truly connect with people.

After being active in the scene since 2005, how would you say your style has evolved across house, tech-house, and Latin tech influences?

Electronic music has been part of my life since around 2005. I first fell in love with the culture, then a few years later I started learning to DJ and produce music. Back then I was already taking production courses and trying to release tracks, but life took me in a different direction. I focused on university, business, and building my career, while music remained a constant passion in the background.

Looking back, my taste has evolved through many different genres and eras. I was inspired by everything from progressive house and liquid drum & bass to techno and some of the iconic sounds that shaped the underground scene in the 2000s. Each of those genres left something with me, and I still draw inspiration from them today.

What never changed is what I look for in music: groove, emotion, melody, and a strong bassline. Over time, I realized that tech house gives me the perfect balance between those elements. It has the energy of the dancefloor, the groove that keeps people moving, and enough freedom to bring in influences from other styles.

That’s also where the Latin influence comes in. I love the warmth, rhythm, and character that Latin elements can add to a track. Today, my sound is a combination of everything I’ve experienced over the years, blending old-school influences with modern production and groove-driven tech house energy.

Ibiza and Miami often shape your inspiration — which of the two cities influences your production the most today, and why?

If I had to choose one, I would say Ibiza has the biggest influence on me today, although Miami is very close behind.

The main reason is that many of the DJs and producers who have inspired me the most throughout my journey spend a lot of time in these two places. Being there allows you to experience not only the music itself, but also the culture, the mindset, and the community behind it.

What impresses me the most is how open people are. Whether you’re an established artist or someone just starting out, it’s much easier to connect with people, ask for advice, get feedback, or learn from others. There is a strong sense that everyone is pushing the scene forward together.

Coming from Hungary, I sometimes feel the opposite. Of course, this is only my personal experience, but I often feel that people are more protective of their position rather than supportive of one another. I believe music shouldn’t be about fighting over a single piece of cake and trying to get the biggest slice. It should be about creating a bigger cake together so that everyone can benefit and grow.

That’s one of the reasons why Ibiza resonates with me so much. The island is constantly evolving, welcoming new ideas, new artists, and new opportunities. I visit regularly, I’ve built meaningful connections there, and every trip gives me new motivation. That’s also why my long-term focus is primarily international. I want to be part of communities that inspire collaboration, creativity, and growth.

What kind of energy do you want people to take away after listening to your music or experiencing one of your DJ sets?

What I want people to take away from my music is probably the same thing that music gives to me.

It may sound a little unusual, but I want people to feel freedom, excitement, emotion, and sometimes even a sense of escape. For me, music has always been more than entertainment. It’s a way to disconnect from everyday problems, live in the moment, and experience something bigger than yourself.

Life will always have difficult, stressful, or negative moments, and we can’t avoid them. What I try to do with my music is create a vibe that helps people experience life differently. If someone is having a bad day, maybe the music can make it better. If they’re already having a great moment, maybe it can make it unforgettable.

At the end of the day, that’s my goal as an artist. Music has given me those feelings for many years, and if I can pass even a small part of that on to someone else through a track or a DJ set, then I’ve done my job.

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