Michelangelo De Pasquale or better known as MAIKE DEPAS, an Italian hard techno DJ and producer who is known for a sound that fuses 90s rave, hard techno, and psy-trance, swerves into uncharted territory with ‘Don’t Phonk With Me’, his debut release on Indira Paganotto’s ARTCORE Records.

Tapping into phonk, hard groove, and hard dance aesthetics, the single flips the script on Depas’ techno-driven style without giving up an ounce of impact. 

The track trades the death-defying kicks at the core of Italian producer’s hard techno sound, swapping them for a pulsing bassline and percussive rhythms and with sharp vocal that pushes beyond the concept of hypnotic, engulfing listeners in a loop of tension that’s both physical and psychological.

“I’ve been following Indira for years, so getting the chance to release a track on her ARTCORE label is kind of surreal. The authentic energy that she brings to everything she does is next level and I think this track fits right in with that vibe. This one’s a bit experimental for me but I love that it found a home on a compilation that’s all about pushing boundaries.” – Maike Depas

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