Introducing Walt J, an artist whose journey in electronic music started with an unforgettable encounter in the Boy Scouts, and has since grown into a career driven by creativity, and a love for the groove. Based out of Las Vegas with roots in Poland, Walt J’s sound is a unique mix of influences, from electronic legends like Tiesto and Daft Punk to his mom’s favorite, ABBA. Known for his experimental approach, he treats music production like a puzzle, blending diverse sounds to craft something entirely new. As Walt J continues on his musical journey, he remains focused on staying true to himself, getting his homies paid, and, of course, acquiring more disco balls along the way.

Q. Hi! Where are you from?
A. Las Vegas. But my family originates from
Poland
Q. What is the story behind your name? Anything to do with the best band ever, Alt J?
A. It’s my middle name
Q. Can you share the story behind your first encounter or experience with electronic music?
A. I was in Boy Scouts around 2009 and we were going camping. My buddy said “have you heard of skrillex?” Rest was history. But even before that, early 2000s I used to listen to tiesto, daft punk and my mom would always play ABBA in the house
Q. You’ve been producing like crazy! How do you approach the creative process when producing a track?
A. I just throw stuff at the wall and hope it sticks. There’s no full process. I view music like a puzzle. I love fitting different sounds together and taking apart samples and records and forming something new.
Q. How do you think the electronic music scene has evolved since you started, and where do you see it heading?
A. It always follows trends but there’s one constant: groove. It always comes back to a groove and emotion. That’s why tech houses are dead and boring.
Q. Is there a particular venue or city that you dream to spin at?
A. Ibiza and NYC
Q. What’s a day in your life look like for you?
A. Wake up and shine my disco balls
Q. Give me 3 things off your bucket list.
A. Ibiza, Walt J cook book and getting all my homies paid
Q. What advice would you give to aspiring DJs and producers?
A. Be delusional and consistent. People will question you, people will say you have to follow trends etc etc. just do you cause it’ll be authentic and won’t be a poser. Also release your music don’t wait for labels. Release it yourself. I’ve had a lot of records that didn’t get picked up and did super well.
Q. Future goals in music?
A. Acquire more disco balls and make more records
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