The Qontinent presents a very international scene to the party people. Belgium, The Netherlands, Italy, Germany and France are all present. But we don’t stick to just Europe. Oh no, we go way further. We searched in the depths of South America and found Julyukie in Brazil. Here’s her vision on techno music, The Qontinent and Europe…
Except for real techno fans, few people have heard of Julyukie. Can you introduce yourself for them?
I’m a Brazilian girl that got interested in electronic music in her teen years, like so many people. The first time I heard techno I simply knew this was what I liked and when I saw the dj’s playing and enjoying the art of turntablism I wanted nothing else but to learn that as well. It all started as a hobby in 2004.
In the beginning I stuck myself to just buying records and playing at home or at parties friends held. In 2006 a big switch came. I decided to organize parties called “Descontrol Techno” and things were getting more serious after that. I started to play in some clubs in Brazil and in 2007 I was invited to be resident in “Lôca Club”. This club is very important for the techno scene in São Paulo, and it’s the place where I had my first contact with the techno I got to like so much. Pet Duo, Murphy, Renato Cohen, Lukas and other dj’s were residents some years before. It was very important for my career to be a resident there. That’s how I improved my technique and learned how to handle the people on the dancefloor.
I started to work with new partners at the parties and we created a group working on “Technopride” , “Fuel Techno” and “Descontrol”. In 2008 I went to Colombia for the first time. In the end of 2009 to Venezuela and Europe. And now, I’m back!
I can imagine it’s not that common for a Brazilian girl to make it in the techno scene. How did you do it?
I think all is a result of a passion for the music. Things happened naturally. First I started to practice at turntablism, afterwards I had the idea to organize some parties and when I saw I was playing at a lot of parties I only wanted more and more…
How is the techno scene in Brazil?
The techno with lower BPM sounds (135-138) still have space to grow in Brazil. And according to me it actually is growing. But on the other hand, the real hard stuff like hardtechno and acid techno is going down… Unfortunately in my humble opinion.
What is the most memorable country and party you have been to so far and why?
Till now I’ve played in Brazil, Venezuela, Colombia, Spain, Portugal, Germany and Belgium. And except for Brazil I only played once or twice in each country, so it’s kinda hard to know exactly how the scene is in each country. But I do can say I enjoyed every single performance. Although… there is one party that was absolutely the bomb. It was a party of Urban Connection in Portugal at New Years Eve and it truly was amazing.
How would you describe your kind of techno?
Heavy, powerful and happy with a crazy energy.
What can we expect from Julyukie in the future?
I just moved to Europe to live in Germany. I did that to dedicate myself to music only. In Brazil I had some things beside that, so I couldn’t be 100% in the music. You can expect some releases for sure! I’m already working on it.
Brazil didn’t do that great on the world cup soccer… beaten by Holland, a neighbour from Belgium. How do you feel about that?
(laughs) That’s a funny question… Brazil was not playing the beautiful soccer we are used to see from them. It really was a shame. But we still had hope. Many friends back at home were enjoying the game with me, but when Holland scored the second goal, Brazil was completely lost and the game was over… everyone was sad and pissed. Well, the next day everything was fine again… Life goes on and we need to accept that Holland played very well in the World Cup!
What do you expect from The Qontinent, since it’s your first time there?
I’m really excited and I expect to see some happy people dancing a lot, because this is what gives me the energy to play.
Now you got the chance to attract the audience… Why should they come and listen to you?
Well, I can tell that when I’m playing I forget everything. I don’t see the things around me. It’s just me and the real party people in front of me. I play with my feelings and I just love the music. The only thing I need is to see some people smiling to make a nice performance.
Do you have a special message for the people of The Qontinent?
I hope everyone is going with a lot of energy in their legs and minds, because I will be there and I want to give everything behind the decks!
http://soundcloud.com/julyukie
