Noizu and Dombresky On Friendship, Love of 90’s House Music, and Massive Palladium DJ Set

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Noizu and Dombresky On Friendship, Love of 90’s House Music, and Massive Palladium DJ Set

Whether it’s the melodic piano stabs, synthesizer riffs, or even the signature four-on-the-floor beats, the undeniable sounds of 90’s house music trigger fond memories for both Noizu and Dombresky. Having been surrounded by its euphonic grooves back in Europe, the duo would eventually incorporate those nostalgic beats in their collaborative projects.

Prior to joining forces, though, they found success with their own unique take on contemporary house music. As Noizu rebranded his image, he found success with tracks like “Jungle,” “Wavey,” “Inside My Head” and “DANCE”. Not to be outdone, Dombresky produced a series of big hits as well, in particular “Soul Sacrifice” and “Utopia.”

Already fans of their own music, the guys partnered up and tapped into their affinity for 90’s rave music with their first collaboration, “Rave Alarm”. A quirky banger, the track would become the catalyst for future partnerships, which was recently showcased in their joint EP, Revival.

The two-track EP was released mere days before their sold-out, headlining back-to-back DJ set at the Hollywood Palladium. Branded as “Rave Alarm,” a nod to their first joint release, the show was conceptualized after garnering an abundance of positive feedback from their first collaborative performance at Insomniac’s Day Trip festival.

It is there, in the storied backstage corridors of the Palladium, where we caught up with Dombresky and Noizu mere minutes before their gig. Full of eagerness and enthusiasm, we discussed their affection for early house music, Noizu’s love of tequila, and Dombresky’s recent fashion shake-ups.

EDM.com: You both will soon take the stage at the famed Hollywood Palladium to a sold-out crowd. How are you feeling right now?

Dombresky: A combination of excited, stressed, and happy.

Noizu: I always get nervous about there not being enough people. I know it’s sold out, but I’m still nervous that they’re not gonna turn out.

EDM.com: Your first onstage collaboration was at this summer’s Day Trip festival. And you recently played together at EDC Las Vegas as well, how soon thereafter did you know you had to take your project to a big venue?

Dombresky: It was a last-minute offer, when we realized it was not that bad, we started talking about doing a show together.

Noizu: I think it’s the fact that we had fun together when we played, and when we make music it’s slightly different than what we individually release. It’s just exciting to kind of do things together.

EDM.com: Since you guys have been spending more time together, what’s one thing you have both learned about each other that you did not know before?

Dombresky: He’s a great producer. He’s a really nice guy and he loves his tequila, I know that (laughs).

Noizu: The best thing I’ve learned from Dom is just enjoying yourself and being ready to start a party. I think I’m more shy than he is.

Dombresky: It’s a good balance to have.

EDM.com: You guys recently released the Revival EP, which includes your latest single, “Jack Machine.” How has fan reception been to the EP?

Noizu: Pretty good.

Dombresky: Yeah, pretty good. I know a lot of people have been liking Jack Machine. And we love the song too, so as soon as we love it we just share the music and hope for the best.

EDM.com: A cohesive theme that runs through your music—together and individually—is this nostalgic 90s throwback. What is it about 90’s house music that is making you revisit that sound?

Noizu: I was born in the 90’s, so for me, it’s that.

Dombresky: I think there’s a lot of interesting music from this time and the kids don’t really know it.