Psychedelic Culture as mystical and minimal its presence in the mainstream arena as diverse and cultivated it actually is. Here in India too we have a progressive psytrance scene which is blossoming with new events, artists and is continuously contributing to the global and maybe even Cosmic Psytrance movement.
We had an opportunity to speak to one such talent of the scene, Nader Balooch aka Bloodclot aka TerraMoto from Mumbai. With several releases from labels across the globe and tons of performances, Nader is a internationally renowned psytrance producer. Here is what he had to say,
~ What made you start producing psytrance music?
The love for this genre. I began listening to Psychedelic Trance since 2003. There are so many different kind of styles involved within this genre, it took a while to figure out what style I liked and eventually one grew on me. At the time, I wasn’t aware of what was needed to produce music. I thought you had to be a sound engineer and know these massive calculations to make a sound. Evidentially, that’s not true.
~ What equipment do you use currently?
I use KRK Rokit 5’s, M-Audio Fast Track Pro sound card and a MacBook Pro.
~ Was it difficult to find a label to release your first track?
My first release wasn’t that difficult. It was the first label I sent my music to and they liked what they heard.
~ What kind of music do you listen to?
I listen to a lot of classic rock, jazz, drum & bass and world music.
~ Do you prefer cd release or digital release?
CD release. In fact, they should have never discontinued cassettes!
~ How was playing for an audience for the first time?
It was an amazing experience. My first gig was in Goa with around 600 people bouncing in the wee hours of the morning. Won’t forget that one!
~ What are your views on psychotropic substances?
You mean alcohol? Don’t like it too much. Jokes apart, I think they played an important role in the 60’s. People definitely understood the meaning of peace and I’m sure psychotropic drugs had a role to play in pointing people in the right direction. Though generally abused, I don’t recommend them to be taken in a place filled with strangers dancing the night away. Oh and I’ve never heard of anyone being killed in a car crash because they were too stoned!
~ Do you follow any specific method for composition?
Not really. I try my best to experiment and go with the flow. I find when I try to think to hard I end up getting nowhere and scrapping the track all together.
~ Is it important to get mastering done from a professional studio?
Yes. Without good mastering you can’t expect your track to have that desired effect on the dance floor.
~ What is your vision for the psytrance scene in India?
Psytrance in India has been associated with drugs and will be for a long time. Our society does not like what it can’t understand and of course there is lack of people curious to know the truth. I hope one day India will be one of the biggest destinations for psytrance festivals and not just Goa.
~ What plans for Terramoto for future?
At this point in time, I plan to dwell into many genres of electronic music that I can find to produce. I’ve begun producing dub step, drum & bass and there’s been a huge change in sound in my psychedelic trance tracks. I’ll continue to keep producing but I’m not really interested to release any of my music.
~ Any message you would like to give to your fans/supporters
Just want to say thanks to the people who have supported, helped and cheered me on over the years. It’s been a great learning experience and if you’re curious about the music you love, you definitely need to know how it’s made.
