héctor llamazares
ASTURIAS: A SCENE WITHIN A SCENE
In an industry where moving to Berlin, Bar- celona, or London often feels like a requi- rement, Héctor Llamazares chose to stay rooted in Asturias. For him, it wasn’t a limitation, but a statement. Asturias has always been a hub of Spanish electronic culture, with La Real and Aquasella writing history since the 1990s, and a tight network of clubs, record stores, and collectives carrying that legacy forward today.
“Talking about Asturias is talking about one of the cradles of electronic music in Spain. Since the 1990s, the best DJs, both national and international, have passed through here regularly. I am proud to be part of this and to export my art from here to many cities across the country. It is said, rumored, and well known that Asturias has one of the best pools of local DJs in Spain, and possibly in Europe.”
“The consolidation of collectives, clubs, and independent artists who have continued strengthening the legacy left by many active DJs
put into words. Currently, we have several top-level clubs, including Teatro Albéniz, with over 30 years of history, Lanna Club, Sala Gong, Danza Prima, Sala Acapulco, and Kuivi. Also, in many other venues, you can find parties run by collectives, and you can also find record stores like Ohmios Récords and Mita Récords.”
Staying in Asturias shaped his sound as much as his discipline. Instead of chasing trends in bigger markets, Héctor honed his craft in a community where reputation is earned set by set. That grounding is part of what makes his perspective so different: he doesn’t just play for the scene, he carries one with him wherever he goes.
FINAL WORD: TO THE NEXT GE- NERATION
After two decades of sweat, reinvention, and persistence, Héctor Llamazares doesn’t hand out advice like a lecture. What he offers instead is lived truth, the kind you only earn by enduring the highs and lows of a long career.
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WARM HALL & THE ART OF PERFORMANCE
Some projects stay with you forever becau- se they test every boundary you thought you had. For Héctor Llamazares, that pro- ject was Warm Hall. It wasn’t just another alias or a casual collaboration; it was a full dive into the unknown: live analog perfor- mance, machines sequenced in ways that left no room for error, and the challenge of building something raw and human in real time.
“Developing that live act with Raúl was a huge challenge. We had many machines sequenced, sends and returns, and a complex Ableton setup with lots of tracks.
Some issues arose, but we eventually solved them. In the end, it was an incredible learning experience. It definitely will not be my last live project.”
Warm Hall forced him out of the safety net of traditional DJing, where instinct and se- lection carry the night. On stage with racks of gear, there was nowhere to hide. What emerged from those performances wasn’t just music, but resilience, and the realiza- tion that risk itself can be the strongest part of an artist’s identity.
“I’d tell them to enjoy the process, be patient, and take advantage of training on platforms like Aulart or producer courses to develop a standout project. I also believe it’s crucial to build organizational skills. Self-manage- ment is key during those early years when no agency is paying attention. With a solid strategy, you can achieve a lot. I want to take a moment to thank Mixmag for their support and all the professionals and friends I continue to share this journey with. Every project, every meeting, and every moment we share makes this journey special and inspiring.”
It’s a grounded perspective from an artist who has never lost sight of why he star- ted. In a culture where speed often outruns substance, Héctor reminds us that patien- ce, consistency, and authenticity are sti- ll the cornerstones of a lasting career. His story is proof that electronic music isn’t just about chasing the next peak; it’s about building a journey that can hold its weight, night after night, year after year.
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