Ozcan Ozkaya continues momentum with multiple new singles

Ozcan Ozkaya has been pushing creative boundaries by incorporating industrial sounds into his productions, drawing from his background as a mechatronics engineer. A string of 13 consecutive singles this year speaks to the artist’s dedication and prolific output.

By recording and manipulating raw mechanical noises in his own workplace, he has developed a distinctive approach to techno, where engineering precision meets musical experimentation.

One of Ozcan Ozkaya’s standout tracks of the year, ‘Kirli’, showcases this innovative process. The track initially unfolds as an industrial techno composition before transitioning into hard techno after the four-minute mark. Featuring an atmospheric spoken vocal, the track builds on a gradual shift in energy, increasing from 134 BPM to 138 BPM, offering an evolving sonic experience. “In my track called ‘Kirli,’ I did something experimental. After the fourth minute, the genre and BPM of the music change. The song starts at 134 BPM and then rises to 138 BPM after the fourth minute. It starts off as industrial techno and then evolves into a bit of hard techno in the second part. I think this is a unique style,” Ozkaya explains.

Beyond his industrial influences, Ozkaya also integrates elements of traditional Turkish music into his productions, incorporating the sounds of instruments such as the kanun, saz and baglama. “Blending the powerful stories of our traditional instruments with the energy of electronic music is the best way to express our culture in a modern way,” he says.

Ozcan Ozkaya’s process involves capturing and repurposing everyday mechanical noises, transforming industrial sounds like laser cutting, machine cutting, and metal grinding into layers of textured sound. “In many of my projects, I use industrial sounds that I record myself. These can be source sounds like laser cutting, machine cutting, and metal cutting. I’m also an engineer, and I’m trying to do both at the same time. In most of these projects, I manipulate my recordings by adding synthesiser effects and use them in my projects,” he notes, shedding light on his dual expertise in engineering and music production.

Fans will have the chance to experience his dynamic sound live when he takes the stage for a three-hour extended hybrid set at Eskisehir’s 2020 Club on March 22, Saturday. The set will feature techno remixes of contemporary hits, promising an engaging and high-energy performance.

For those looking to explore the artist's recent releases, his latest tracks can be streamed here.