We caught up with burgeoning Turkish producer, Smitech Wesson, who is making waves with his steady flow of diverse and evocative releases. 

His latest release ‘Whisper’, is a three track EP which spans pop, techno and experimental influences. He draws inspiration from rave’s golden era as well as modern production techniques, which allows him to balance nostalgia and innovation. In our interview with Smitech Wesson, he discusses what sparked his interest in music production, the influence of his Turkish heritage and what he’s got in the pipeline for 2025.

Stream Whisper while reading the interview below:

What inspires you?
I’m inspired by friction — the tension between structure and chaos, digital precision and human emotion. Cities like Istanbul, with their layered histories and contrasting energies, fuel my creativity. I also draw from abstract visual art, experimental cinema, and unexpected sonic textures. Often, it’s not the polished, but the flawed and unpredictable that spark new ideas.

At what point in your life did you have that moment where you said to yourself “This is it. This is the type of music I want to create?”
That moment came when I first discovered Boys Noize. His sound — raw, percussive, unapologetic — made me realize that electronic music can be punk at heart. It doesn’t need to be perfect; it needs to feel alive. From that point on, I knew I wanted to create music that challenges form but moves bodies.

Your latest EP, Whisper, blends industrial, electro, and pop elements in such a unique way. How do you approach combining these seemingly contrasting genres, and what inspires you to experiment with these diverse sounds?
With Whisper, my goal was to sculpt contrast into cohesion. Industrial rhythm sections, melodic vocal fragments, and pop undertones — these aren’t opposites to me, they’re complementary emotional tools. Collaborating with vocalist Teresa Meads on the title track brought a haunting vulnerability to the aggression. I like music that pulls in opposite directions, yet somehow holds together. That’s where the tension lives — and that’s where I find inspiration.

Most underrated piece of equipment / software?
Ableton Live’s stock devices are criminally underrated. I often rely on Operator for metallic tones and Drum Buss to add tactile weight to my percussion. These are tools that, when pushed beyond their defaults, become surprisingly expressive.

How do you think your Turkish roots influence your sound and style as a producer? Do you think Turkish electronic music is gaining more international recognition?
Growing up in Turkey means being surrounded by contrasts — East vs West, traditional vs futuristic — and that duality naturally seeps into my sound. I don’t always use overtly “Turkish” instruments, but the sense of rhythm and drama is definitely embedded. And yes, Turkish electronic artists are getting well-deserved international recognition now. It’s exciting to be part of that rising wave.

Studio work and music creation or performing and interacting with a live audience, what do you prefer?
Studio work is where I build my world — detail by detail. But live performance is where I release it. There’s something incredibly powerful about connecting with people in real time, especially when they respond to sounds they’ve never heard before. Both feed different sides of me.

What’s the weirdest or most amazing reaction you’ve had to your music?
I once played a track that was completely unreleased, and someone in the crowd started singing along — not with words, but just matching the melody instinctively. It was surreal, like the track had already existed in their subconscious. That moment reminded me how deeply instinctual sound can be.

Where do you think dance music is going?
Dance music is becoming more personal, more experimental, and more fearless. We’re moving past formulas and embracing textures, moods, and storytelling. I see producers taking bigger creative risks — and listeners embracing them. That’s a great sign.

All-time favourite album?
Justice – † (Cross). It broke rules, blurred genres, and made distortion feel cinematic. That album taught me that imperfection is sometimes more powerful than precision.

What have you got in the pipeline for the near future?
Following Whisper, I’m developing a darker, more atmospheric EP focused on tension and release. I’m also refining a live set with reactive visuals, and continuing to work with artists I admire — including past collaborators like David Carretta, Fukkk Offf, Romina Cohn, and Cyberpunkers. My goal is always to evolve — never to repeat.

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