Reglok is an underground electronic bass music DJ, promoter and generally enthusiast of music genres that grew out of the 90's UK rave scene. He started his musical journey with hip-hop and reggae, but rapidly moved over to drum'n'bass and jungle. He started DJing and organising events while living in the UK in 2011-2015. Upon returning to Estonia he started using his experience from the UK to contribute to the local scene.
His input to local scene worth mentioning:
- Founder and promoter of Estonia Jungle Community since 2014 to unite the Estonian jungle music movement.
- Promoter of a popular underground music event series called Džungel since 2017.
- Main promoter of a small underground festival called Saaremaa Jam until 2018, when the festival joined forces with Metsmarjamoos festival crew.
ARTIST QUESTIONNAIRE: DJ Reglok
Your DJ debut:
In 2013 at the event 'In Your Bace' at the club Facebar in Reading, UK.
Your first influencers / idols:
Bad Company, Ray Keith, Panacea, Crossfire, Aphrodite, Hype, Krome & Time, M.Finn, AK1200.
What attracts you to DnB music?
Speed, rhythm, great drops and the beautiful use of sub bass.
What kind of drum'n'bass are you mainly playing in your DJ sets?
Variety of jungle, neurofunk and DnB with reggae influences.
The most played top3 DnB artists or tracks by you:
Aphrodite, Stivs and Bladerunner
What should a promoter consider when inviting you to play?
I feel comfortable and can therefore play a better set, when there are CDJ´s and DJM controllers.
What should definitely be in your artist's rider?
I am not demanding. Couple of lighter lagers and a bottle of water will be great for me!
The best / most memorable parties you've played at:
Revolution Festival in Lithuania which is concentrated on DnB and jungle. I liked the location, cool visuals with mapping show, lineup and the atmosphere itself.
The weirdest song request you've been asked during a DJ set:
Justin Bieber!
Interesting fan experience:
It happened in Lithuania at the Revolution Festival. I wanted to buy a festival branded sweatshirt and asked whether there are discounts for artists. The salesclerk asked my artist name and when I said Reglok, she was overwhelmed - she screamed of joy and hugged me and told me that I'm her favourite artist. First I thought that she confused me with someone else, but after repeatedly asking she assured me that she really meant me. She had heard me play at another Lithuanian festival and it had been a life-changing experience for her.
What makes a DJ a good DJ?
50% selection of the tracks, 30% the great mixing skill and 20% the ability to read your audience.
The best advice you have received as a DJ:
Never be influenced by popular trends and alway stay at your style and signature. In whatever success or failure, be humble with your companion, fellow DJs and fans of yours.
Who would you like to collaborate with and / or play b2b in the future?
Ideally I would like to play B2B with all the producers and DJs in Estonia.
Who is your +1?
Usually my right side but sometimes also a friend.