COVER STORY SHLØMO: HEARTFELT BEATS,


THE DADDIEST, AND THE FUTURE OF ELECTRONIC MUSIC


When I sat down with Shlømo, aka Shaun Ba- ron Carvais I felt like we were stepping into something deeper than just the usual talk about music. His career, which has shaped the techno landscape for over a decade, is impressive, but what struck me wasn’t just his intense sound or the success of his la- bels, Taapion and SAIKE. It was his heart—his genuine connection to the community, his passion for guiding others, and the way he embodies both artist and mentor. Shaun´s journey is not just about pushing his limits; it’s about inspiring others to reach beyond theirs.


As we spoke, it became clear that his mu- sic is woven from the threads of his life—his personal growth, his struggles, and the deep philosophies that guide him as a creator. He shared how breaking into the scene wasn’t easy, how he had to take bold risks to find his sound, and how becoming a father has com- pletely reshaped his world. His “Daddy Vibes,” as he lovingly calls them, aren’t just about fa- therhood. They’re about a new perspective— of nurturing, responsibility, and balancing the weight of both his art and his role in life.


What truly resonated with me was Shaun´s profound understanding of what it means to be part of the techno community. For him, it’s never just about the music; it’s about sha- red experiences, deeper connections, and creating a platform for others to rise. Whe- ther he’s behind the decks or guiding young artists, Shlømo lives and breathes techno in its purest form—constantly evolving, always reaching out, and staying devoted to the co- llective spirit that keeps this music alive. It’s this deep sense of purpose that makes his journey so inspiring and heartfelt.


The Attraction to Electronic Music: The Start of Shlømo’s Evolution


When I asked him what drove his shift from more experimental sounds like IDM and am- bient to the more straightforward, hard te- chno he’s known for today, Shaun opened up about his deep, early attraction to electronic music. He recounted the days when he was just another face in the crowd, a raver like anyone else, mesmerized by the performan- ces of artists such as Aphex Twin.


“I wanted to be like those guys,” he told me. “I bought an old synthesizer to look like them.”


But it wasn’t just about mimicking the ar- tists he admired. Over time, his sound began to evolve, not as a conscious decision but as a natural reflection of his growth as an ar- tist and person. His experimentation with different genres, the endless search for new sounds, and a constant reliance on his intui- tion shaped his path.


“It’s the goal of an artist to evolve,” he said.


“I still make ambient and electronica at home, but Shlømo, as a persona, is about taking ris- ks. I started playing hard techno in early 2019 but the genre really gained popularity during COVID-19 because, at that time, I felt like the world needed to party hard.”


And indeed, in those post-lockdown parties, where people were finally free again after months of isolation, there was a sense of li- beration in the air.


“That first party after COVID-19 felt like free- dom for everybody,” Shaun explained. “It was a new era for rave culture.”


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