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LOUD Interview with Boom Shankar

I rarely give interviews because most questions are either boring or irrelevant. The last offer I received was from a print magazine that had a wide range of questions, circling topics like my favorite color, who I"d want to be for a day, my favorite bird, or my favorite way to die (lmao).

"Surprisingly", I rejected the offer, even though it was tempting, and sent them an updated list of questions I would actually love to answer, such as:

"What do you think about the tendency of social media dominance and presence over actual performances and the real person behind the "product"?" or "What do you believe makes the Psytrance genre resonate across different cultures?" and something more recent "Regarding the current turmoil and conflicts of global politics, how does this impact our scene, and what"s your approach of dealing with this?"

I never heard back from them...

However, a few weeks ago at Ethereal Decibel Festival in France, a guy from LOUD Media approached me for an interview. After an initial check of his questions and a look at his previous work, I confirmed my participation, and here is the outcome.

We did not reach the level of questions I mentioned above, but still crossed some very interesting topics: I spoke about the underground free party scene versus commercialized major events, the role of a label manager and their duty to discover and support emerging artists, and other topics I found genuinely interesting to contribute my knowledge and point of view to.

I hope this resonates with you as well so that you enjoy this conversation!

(Boom Shankar, August 2025)

Out next: The Trancemancer - Soul Reveal (Album)

French studio visionary The Trancemancer presents his formidable debut album, "Soul Reveal" on his home label BMSS Records.

Like a blueprint for reality itself, the album pulses with intricate patterns, spiralling synths and razor-sharp grooves. Somewhere between order and chaos, harmony and hallucination - a dark, experimental and genre-boundary-breaking sonic tale emerges that will chisel an imprint on your inner consciousness.

With BPMs ranging from 145 to 148, the album progresses from a playful FM-twinged sound to an all-consuming Full On Twilight and Psytrance vibe - always with a hint of Goa Trance. From "Reveal Mind" to "Scared Geometry", each track unfolds like a fever dream, where crystalline textures dissolve into shadowy depths - leaving listeners suspended between transcendence and unease.

"Soul Reveal" is a somber sonic statement - an austere auditory watermark - unveiling the Trancemancer`s masterful and imperious touch.

Mastering: Plus Six Mastering | Design: Sketch inc.

Release dates: 22.08.25 via Beatport & Spotify and 05.09.25 via Bandcamp

Check out the teaser of the first album track below. More coming in the following days...

New BMSS Artist: Cheeky

It is about time to add more female energy to our family, and it`s about time to welcome our long-time friend and fellow Solar.United.Natives member, Nikki, also known as Cheeky, to BMSS Records! ❤

Cheeky`s musical journey is a fascinating one. With a foundation of eight years of formal music education and experience playing multiple instruments, her productions are a true reflection of her deep knowledge and emotional connection to music.

Having been a prominent figure in Hungary`s electronic music community for over two decades, she now brings her dynamic sets and deep, driving basslines to our label.

Welcome back home, sista! ☀

New BMSS Artist: PsyBuddy

For the past decade, Miro has been our in-house designer at BMSS Records under the alias of Sketch inc. Now, we are thrilled to officially welcome him to the family with his solo music project: PsyBuddy

We have been fortunate to feature some of Miro`s tracks in the past, and his evolution as an artist is undeniable. His PsyBuddy project has now reached a professional standard and stylistic maturity that perfectly complements our label`s narrative. This is the ideal time to officially bring him on board.

Welcome home, Miro, and happy belated birthday! ❣ We look forward to this new chapter of creating music and psychedelic art together!

Protonix - Jungle (EP)

Protonix returns to BMSS with the massive Jungle EP. Featuring a pair of fast-paced playful and twisted blasters, Protonix further refines his signature sound.

Fusing a unique Indian melodic touch, classic Goa vibes and consciousness-expanding FM textures, both tracks are guaranteed to light up any day or nighttime dance floor....this is underground Psychedelic Trance of the finest order!

Tracklist:

01: Protonix - Jungle Rumble
02: Protonix - DMT

Mastering: Plus Six Mastering
Design: Sketch inc.

Release date:

08.08.25 via Beatport & Spotify and 22.08.25 via Bandcamp

Solar Rebirth Chart by Boom Shankar

We are excited to announce that Boom Shankar`s new chart, "Solar Rebirth", has been exclusively featured on Beatport!

Boom Shankar has masterfully curated a 10-track selection that blends luminous modern Psytrance with sparks of classic Goa. The focus here is on slower tempos, crafting a soundscape designed for the pure, blissful energy of daytime and open-air experiences.

"Solar Rebirth" is an optimistic and renewing voyage, meticulously assembled for seamless flow and proven on global dancefloors.

We are proud that this chart features some of our freshest releases: absolute daytime gems from PhasePhour, Sci-Flyers & PsychicNova and Ascent.

☀ Check out "Solar Rebirth" on Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/chart/solar-rebirth/860471

First Contact in the Top 10

"First Contact" by our latest (re-)signing PhasePhour has smashed into the Beatport Psytrance charts at #10, just one week after its release!

A massive thanx to the Psytrance community for supporting this release and our commitment to #keepingitholistic. This achievement reflects a growing appreciation for music that prioritizes artistic integrity over fleeting trends.🏴‍☠️

"First Contact" is currently available for streaming on SoundCloud and Spotify, and for purchase on Beatport. The release will also be available on Bandcamp next week.

▶️ Download: Beatport
▶️ Listen: Soundcloud
▶️ Listen: Spotify

Up next: Protonix returns with a quality EP after his latest fail. "Jungle" will be out this Friday as a farewell...

New BMSS Artist: Om Shiva

And we continue with our updated 2025 BMSS Records artist roster by welcoming one of the founders of the BMSS tribe back to his source: Om Shiva from Switzerland 🇨🇭

Michael is a veteran of the Goa scene from the early 90s, deeply immersed in the vibrant world of Psytrance. He played at various unforgettable Goa festivals and parties in the early scene of the 90s and early 2000s around Southern Germany and Switzerland. During this time, Om Shiva was fortunate to be part of the emerging idea of BMSS.

Over time, family became a priority, leading him to take a pause from the turntables - a sabbatical that spanned approximately 20 years. Now, he has celebrated a successful comeback to the DJ booth, and we are happy to welcome him back with open arms.

Welcome back Om Shiva! 🔱

PhasePhour - First Contact (EP)

PhasePhour return to BMSS with "First Contact", an EP featuring a couple of progressive Scando sound dance floor beasts!

The two driving tracks form a refreshingly melodic sonic journey into the moment. Held together by flawless production and epic FX, the tracks build a sense of anticipation and wonder, guiding the listener through a cinematic soundscape that mirrors the gravity and beauty of humanity’s first encounter with the unknown.

When the skies open and silence breaks, we find each other. No borders. No differences. Just humanity, standing together, looking up.

Tracklist:

01: PhasePhour - First Contact
02: PhasePhour - Orion

Mastering: Plus Six Mastering
Design: Sketch inc.

Release date:

01.08.25 via Beatport & Spotify and 15.08.25 via Bandcamp

New BMSS Artists: PhasePhour

This is our third new artist announcement for our 2025 BMSS Records roster! We are delighted to welcome back some old friends to the family: PhasePhour from Norway 🇳🇴

This powerful Psychedelic Trance project is the work of John Robert Egeland and Eldar von Essen. Known for their driving beats, infectious grooves, and euphoric melodies, PhasePhour creates a communal ritual where every heartbeat aligns with the rhythm of the universe. Their music is a transformative journey that awakens the mind and elevates the soul.

After contributing to labels like Freetransform, Hologram Music, and more, PhasePhour is now back in full swing after a break for family commitments. We could not be happier to have them rejoin our artist repertoire. Welcome back Eldar & John! ❤

To celebrate their return, their brand-new EP with us will be out this Friday. Stay tuned for "First Contact"... 📡