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Indiano
Artist  ·  Interview
INDIANO – WHEN A SONG IS FINISHED, I FEEL IT ON AN INTERNAL LEVEL

In this Artist Spotlight for Tibetania Records, Indiano opens up about moving past his early days of rushed production, how a powerful “internal vibration” tells him a track is truly finished, and why a haunting melody is the secret to capturing a listener’s heart forever.

For Indiano sharing his musical soul means pushing boundaries. He infuses his sound with Middle Eastern textures and deep tribal rhythms.

As an Italian producer and DJ, Indiano realized that DJing was the moment he knew he wanted to make and produce his own music. Driven by a lifelong passion sparked by his close friend “DJ Cat”, Indiano was named Italy’s best DJ talent in a major national contest.

Do you remember the exact moment (or person) that made you think: “I want to produce my own music”? What was it?

The moment I started DJing, I immediately thought that in the future it would be great to produce my own music.

Who or what shaped your sound in the beginning and what influences you now that might surprise people?

When I began to share my musical soul with the public, I immediately let them listen to my influences, made up of Middle Eastern sounds and tribal rhythms. I think Italy still needs to
open up a lot in this regard; there’s still little room for these musical influences in Italy.

What’s one mistake you made while producing or mixing that taught you the biggest lesson?

English – Initially, during the production phase, my mistakes were due to inexperience, but above all to haste. Today, this problem no longer exists.

Be honest, how do you personally know when a track is finished? And how many exports usually come before that moment?

Today, honestly, when a song is finished, I feel it on an internal level, I feel a strong vibration when I listen to the song, obviously I do several exports, before finally finishing it, but:
when the vibration is strong then I am sure that the song is finished.

In your opinion, what separates a good song from a forgettable one?

In my opinion, the difference between a good song, a good track, and an unforgettable track, is all in the melody, the melody is what stays in your heart.

What makes a DJ set truly great for you: track selection, flow, crowd connection, or something else?

A DJ/Set to be defined as truly special in my opinion, is based on the musical selection, and this is what, based on my experience in the field, creates the connection with the audience.

Was there a specific night, event, or person that pushed you to step behind the decks and start DJing seriously?

The person who pushed me to get behind the turntables and think that this would be my job for life was “Dj Cat”, a very dear friend of mine who I had the pleasure of meeting on my first
night at the disco as a customer, he was truly excellent and it was he who gave me the push to start this job.

What’s one unexpected or unforgettable moment you’ve had while playing live?

There have been many beautiful and unexpected moments in my career, those of connecting with the public, of compliments, but: the most beautiful one, which I will always
remember and which I carry in my heart, dates back to 2006 when I was awarded by an Italian National Contest as the best DJ talent in Italy.

Namastè

July 10, 2026

sade
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SADE DIDN’T JUST MAKE POP MUSIC, SHE DEFINED A FEELING

Fronted by Nigerian-British vocalist Sade Adu, the band became one of the most distinctive sounds in global music.

Before stepping into the spotlight, Sade studied fashion design at Saint Martin’s School of Art in London and worked as a model. That visual sensitivity later translated into her minimalist aesthetic — elegant, restrained, and effortlessly powerful.

Her music sits at the crossroads of soul, jazz, pop, and chillout. Long before “chillout” became a streaming category, Sade was crafting spacious, slow-burn compositions built on warm basslines, soft percussion, and emotionally controlled vocals. Tracks like “Smooth Operator,” “No Ordinary Love,” and “The Sweetest Taboo” defined a sophisticated pop sound that feels equally at home in a late-night lounge, a café set, or a sunset DJ mix.

What makes Sade globally iconic is that she never chased trends — she created a sonic identity. The production is clean and minimal. The vocals are intimate but never overdone. The emotional tone is deep yet restrained. That balance is exactly why her catalog flows naturally into chillout, lounge, and even modern deep house playlists today.

With over 50 million records sold worldwide, multiple Grammy Awards, and decades of influence across pop and electronic music, Sade remains one of the most respected and sampled artists in contemporary culture.

Fun Facts about Sade you didn’t know

Before stepping into the spotlight, Sade studied fashion design at Saint Martin’s school of art in London and worked as a model.

Sade refused her first deal in the early 1980’s because label didn’t want to sign entire band with her.

“Smooth Operator” started as a intermission song, while Sade was backing vocalist for the Pride.

People use to admire hers minimalistic dance moves, but it was caused by terror.  “I feel like even if I just shuffle my feet I’ll look ridiculous.”, claims Sade.

When the bands producer Robin Millar went blind, Sade took role of sole producer for the third album “Stronger Then Pride”.

May 15, 2026

Artist  ·  Stories
The Beginnings of Chillout Music

From Ibiza’s golden sunsets to London’s underground clubs – these places shaped the sound that still helps the world slow down, breathe, and feel.

Here are the most important pioneers:

1. Café del Mar (Ibiza, 1980)

  • The very first and most iconic chillout venue in the world.
  • Opened in 1980 on San Antonio’s sunset strip.
  • DJs like José Padilla began mixing ambient, downtempo, and Balearic sounds during sunsets, defining the chillout genre.

2. Café Mambo (Ibiza, early 1990s)

  • Continued the tradition of sunset chillout sessions.
  • Helped spread the Ibiza “sunset sound” globally.

3. The Sound Factory Bar (New York, early 1990s)

  • While mostly house-oriented, it had ambient and lounge rooms that inspired chillout DJs worldwide.

4. Heaven (late 1970s – 1980s)

  • One of London’s first major clubs to host ambient rooms, often curated by Brian Eno’s followers and experimental DJs.
  • Eno himself, who coined the term “ambient music,” lived in London — his influence spread through art and club scenes.

LONDON, ENGLAND – JULY 10: Musician Brian Eno poses for a portrait in London, on July 7, 1980. (Photo by Anton Corbijn/Contour by Getty Images)

5. The Chill Out Room at Heaven (by The KLF, late 1980s)

  • The KLF (Bill Drummond & Jimmy Cauty) created an actual “Chill Out Room” at Heaven in the late ’80s, where ambient soundscapes and visuals were used to relax dancers after the main floor.
  • This became one of the first official “chillout rooms” in the world.

6. The Ministry of Sound (early 1990s)

  • Famous for house, but had ambient and lounge rooms inspired by Ibiza’s Café del Mar vibe.
  • Resident DJs mixed chillout between peak-time sets.

7. Megadog / Whirl-Y-Gig / The Orb Events

  • The Orb, London-based pioneers of ambient house, often performed in clubs with immersive visuals and downtempo beats.
  • These events helped define the London chillout movement of the early ’90s.

THE CHILLOUT CULTURE STILL LIVES – AND ITS SPIRIT IS EVERYWHERE 🌴

November 21, 2025