The thrill, it seems, remains undimmed after two decades:


“Even after all these years, a powerful, well-crafted groove – whether it’s a loop, rhythm, or full beat – can still give me goosebumps.”


Experimentation is his religion:


“I love layering drums and basslines, pitching them up and down, experimenting with synths, textures, and vocals – and in most cases, this is where the magic happens.”


On Family, Sacrifice, and Support


Svetec is an artist whose soul flows with the rhythm of his craft. His creative process is an ebb and flow between intention and spontaneity, allowing the music to guide him as much as he shapes it. Even after two decades, the magic of a perfectly crafted groove still stirs him, a feeling as raw and visceral as it was in his first days. For him, music is not just made—it’s lived, a continual experiment where textures and sounds are layered and transformed, and within that chaos, the beauty is born.


Beyond the studio, his life is a delicate dance between the world of techno and the quiet moments of fatherhood. The sacrifices are real—the weekends missed, the distance from family—but the love he speaks of for his wife and daughters is both grounding and profound. His wife, a hero in the shadows, supports him with quiet strength, while his daughters, the heartbeat of his world, bring him back to what truly matters. The dance floor may call, but in the morning light, he is simply “Dad,” balancing between two worlds with grace.


“Yes, without a doubt, balancing my music career with family life is the most challenging part of what I do. The hardest part is that we rarely have weekends together, which is tough on all of us.”


He doesn’t mince words when describing the complexity:


“Our situation is even more complex as my wife comes from another country, and we live far from her friends and family. But she handles it incredibly well – she’s a real hero and has always been my biggest supporter.”


The love story itself is forged on the dance floor:


“Funny enough, we actually met through Hard Techno, so in a way, the music that keeps me on the road is also what brought us together.”


And during the week, the DJ becomes just “Dad”:


“I wake up with them in the morning, take my daughters to school or kindergarten, and then head to the studio for about 7–8 hours… Every now and then, I also take a weekend off so we can go hiking, do child-friendly activities, or take a trip together. It’s all about making the most of the time we have.”


The key to SVETEC’s thunderous sets?


“Since 2005, I’ve only played 3-deck sets, which allows me to create an even fuller, more dynamic sound… My real secret weapons, though, are my own tracks, reworks, and edits.”


But the greatest bridge between him and the crowd is invisible:


“The connection with the crowd comes from the way I experience the music with them. I love to rave and dance just as hard as they do… the real magic happens with a simple smile.”


SVETEC’s career is not a sprint—it is a ritual. Each track is a sermon. Each performance, a rite of passage. And yet, there’s no pomp in his presence. Only clarity. Only rhythm. Only devotion.


He is the type of artist who reminds us that hard techno is not just about impact, but intention. That behind every drop and kick lies not just machinery, but muscle memory and lived truth. He doesn’t just produce tracks; he sculpts momentum. He doesn’t merely play gigs; he builds bridges— between eras, between cultures, between man and machine.


In his reflections, there is the humility of a craftsman and the fire of a revolutionary. Whether speaking of Schranz or school runs, Mad Made Records or family weekends, SVETEC threads his narrative with purpose. And in doing so, he becomes more than a DJ or producer—he becomes a vessel through which hard techno tells its enduring, shape-shifting story.


As we step deeper into 2025, with its whirlwind of tours and global ambitions, SVETEC stands as a compass—not only for where hard techno has been, but for where it’s boldly going. And in his smile, in that simplest of gestures behind the decks, we see not only joy—but a reminder: that the pulse of the underground still has a human heartbeat.


In a scene defined by extremes, SVETEC offers something radical: balance. Between studio and stage. Between family and fans. Between the past, the present, and the fierce future of hard techno.


And as far as legacies go, his might just be the hardest-hit- ting—and the most heartfelt—of them all.


Text by: Sergio Niño 28 mixmagde.com


And when it’s time to step into the storm:


“I meticulously plan it track by track, leaving only a small space for improvisation… And as long as I don’t forget my hairspray at home, everything should be just fine!”


ON 2025 AND BEYOND


Looking toward 2025, his eyes are fixed on his original productions, a journey towards deeper


self-expression.


Touring the globe, playing the stages of Europe, Australia, and South America, he remains steadfast in his mission: to craft the soundtrack of his life, one track at a time, while his true legacy, he believes, will always be his daughters, the greatest rhythm of his heart.


“I’m fully focused on my original productions and solo releases, stepping away from remixes and collaborations for a while… My highly anticipated 4-track EP, ‘The Normal Is The New Weird’, was finally released in March on my label, Mad Made Records.”


“In addition to my European tour dates… I have an Australian tour lined up, along with a South American tour, making 2025 one of my most global years yet.”


But above it all, the mission remains grounded:


“Beyond music, my biggest goal is to spend as much time as possible with my girls… No matter how much music I create, in the end, my real legacy will always be my two daughters.”


What makes SVETEC extraordinary isn’t just the thunder in his tracks or the sweat-drenched fervor of his sets—it’s the calm at his center, the grounded soul navigating a storm of sound. In an era of disposable virality and accelerated fame, he offers something rare: durability. His longevity isn’t built on algorithms but on authenticity, on rhythms that have matured like aged steel—beaten, tested, and polished in the forge of time.


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