INTERVIEW: RNBWS

In the pulsating world of electronic music, RNBWS is emerging as a dynamic force, blending genres and cultures in his latest EP, «Finest Gear.» In this exclusive interview, we delve into the creative mind behind the title track «Finest Gear.» RNBWS reveals the intricate process of crafting his techno anthems, drawing from breakbeat and trance to design a sound large enough for warehouse parties. With a careful selection of tools and creative effects, The journey from Moscow to Istanbul has been a pivotal chapter in RNBWS’s musical evolution. This geographical shift is not just a change of scenery but a profound influence on his music, particularly evident in this EP. The fusion of different cultures, new friendships, and an expanded musical palette has led to a unique multi-genre blend. Each track tells a story of this transition, from a homage to UK hardcore to old-school electro vibes.  RNBWS’s explorations into Ghetto Tech and his collaborative aspirations further showcase his versatile and ever-evolving artistic identity.

Inspiration Behind «Finest Gear»: What inspired the title track «Finest Gear,»?

• I wanted to produce a techno track for a dancefloor with breakbeat and trance influence. I created an arrangements that work well to keep grooving and at the same time tried to use massive leads to make track sound big enough for warehouse parties. I used some of my favourite plugins accurately to creative effects and that’s why I called a track ‘Finest Gear’.

Musical Transition: Moving from Moscow to Istanbul must have been a significant change. How has this transition influenced your music, particularly in this EP?

• Yes partly it was written in Moscow, partly in Istanbul. I saw a different culture, made friends with some Turkish people. I have broaden my musical taste and maybe that’s why EP become so much multi-genre.

«Freedom Is A Choice» Creation: Can you delve into the creative process behind «Freedom Is A Choice» and its homage to UK hardcore?

• I tried different arrangements before the track found its final look. I liked this spoken-word sample and it was fit into this UK hardcore basis very well. It also gave some subtext to the idea of the track.

Oldschool Influences: «LXTC» pays tribute to 80s and 90s artists. How did these influences shape the track, and what does it mean to you personally?

• First electro track I heard was Cybotron ‘Clear’ and it’s still one of my favourite electro compositions. I think the track combines old vibes and new sound which artists like Jensen Interceptor use.

Ghetto Tech Exploration: «Out Of Control» explores Ghetto Tech. What drew you to this genre, and how did you approach it in this track?

• I think the track is more dnb and jungle influenced but on slower tempo. At the same time Ghetto Tech has impact on large number of modern tracks so maybe it’s subconscious game.\

Creative Process: How does your creative process start? Do you begin with a concept, a melody, or something else?

• It’s different every time. Sometimes I uses references, sometimes just jamming until I achieve some sound or arrangement that inspires me to move with it and to finish the full track. I try to finish 1 or 2 minutes of track firstly and then give it a few weeks break. Then I listen it again and if it still captivates me then I get back to it to finish. Sometimes it takes 4 or 5 times of such iterations and during this process I gain such weird combinations of sounds.

Collaborations and Influences: Are there any artists you’d love to collaborate with in the future, or who have significantly influenced your work?

• There are a lot of artists which inspire me, I like producers who create something new in the genre. But here I would mention some friends with whom I did or want to collaborate in the future. Their names are Caprithy, Bereza and Leshutler.

Challenges and Growth: What were the biggest challenges you faced while producing «Finest Gear,» and how have you grown as an artist through this process?

• It’s always challenging to finish a track for me because I’m always looking for something new, some fresh ideas or some arrangements which the crowd will remember. I want a track to be standing out. But now I try to pay more attention to how the track works on dancefloor.

Future Sounds: Given the diverse sounds in this EP, where do you see your musical direction heading in the future

• Let’s see, nobody knows haha, now I’m living in Belgrade and the life changed again for me so I don’t look too far into the future.

Live Performance Plans: Do you have plans to perform this EP live? If so, how do you envision bringing these tracks to a live audience?

• For now I’m just planning to play this tracks in my DJ sets but I had some live performances with gear usage previously in Russia and it was great experience. Some day I would like to get back to it.

Message to Fans: What message do you want to convey to your fans through «Finest Gear»?

• Stay true and don’t betray your beliefs.

Memorable Studio Moments: Can you share a memorable moment or anecdote from your time producing this EP?

• When I finished a Finest Gear loop I was spinning it almost 100 times, I liked it too much.