{"id":2492,"date":"2021-12-14T21:25:33","date_gmt":"2021-12-14T21:25:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/basspirit.com\/?p=2492"},"modified":"2021-12-16T11:26:21","modified_gmt":"2021-12-16T11:26:21","slug":"entrevista-a-freedomb","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/basspirit.com\/en\/2021\/12\/14\/entrevista-a-freedomb\/","title":{"rendered":"Interview with FreedomB \u201cTravelling educates you and that is priceless today, given the way the world is\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Interview with FreedomB: \u201cTraveling educates you and that is priceless today, given the way the world is\u201d<\/h1>

Despite the times we live in, all of us who are clubbers and electronic music lovers continue to continually seek to satisfy that inner call that screams out to us to go out and party and socialize. From the team at Basspirit Magazine<\/a> We have to admit that we love going from club to club looking for the best sound accompanied by good music. But not just any sound, quality or atmosphere is good enough for us.<\/p>

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A couple of weeks ago we went on a trip, for the second time, to the city of Techno<\/strong> to let ourselves be captivated by the atmosphere and the scene of this wonderful city. On one of those nights, we dropped by KitKat Club<\/a> where we had the opportunity to dance<\/a> to the rhythm of FreedomB's mixes. We have to say, without a doubt, that in addition to putting musicon, <\/em>his technique is impeccable.<\/p>

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Alberto or FreedomB<\/strong> He is a DJ from Madrid based in Berlin<\/strong>For those of you who don't know him, Alberto began his career in the world of electronic music in 2007, where he started working for booking agencies, media outlets and multiple events. On January 10, 2012, he decided to move to Berlin to begin a new stage. Well, we envy you.<\/p>

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Why did you decide to move to Berlin? What were your motivations?<\/span><\/h2>

I loved the introduction. Thank you. The truth is that it was an incredible night, especially the part where we started talking in English without knowing that the other was Spanish. A classic of my Berlin nights accompanied by Spaniards who think I'm German.<\/p>

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The truth is that I went to Berlin<\/strong> by my own decision. I have always said that I consider myself privileged since I moved in 2012, the year in which the blessed economic crisis broke out, by my own decision, I did not leave or had any problem in Madrid<\/a>. Something I thank my parents for, as they have always provided me with a lot of stability so that I can work hard at what I love. They are the best!!!<\/p>

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At first I was hesitating between London or Berlin, at that time I had many Spanish friends in London, but from what they told me about their day-to-day life, it wasn't what I was looking for and without thinking twice I decided on Germany. It was my first time, I had never visited the city and I arrived on January 10, 2012, a little scared, but eager to learn and grow as a person. The balance to date is very, very positive.<\/p>

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We have been able to taste the magic that Berlin's clubs give off for ourselves, How would you define the Berlin scene? What clear differences do you see compared to the scene in Spain?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>

It is well known by everyone the musical quality that the German scene and more specifically Berlin has always had. It is something that impacted me greatly when I arrived in 2012, although I have to say that things have changed a lot since then. It was something that was coming due to the capitalist movement that has slowly taken control of the whole world and the German capital was not going to be any different. I always tell my German friends that they should be proud and happy of what they have achieved during these last decades and all the wealth they have brought to the industry. Now is the time to approach a new era with positivity and adapt to the new situation.<\/p>

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I have always liked the freedom of schedules and creativity that the city has had since I first set foot there. It is a scene that has things to improve, perhaps my ten years in the city have given me that critical point of view but at the same time it has made me remain neutral both for the good and the bad.<\/p>

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The big difference that has the Berlin scene<\/strong> or German with respect to the homeland is the total and absolute respect that is had both for the figure of the DJ and for the concept of what it really means: ELECTRONIC MUSIC<\/strong>They consider it a national heritage site and they take care of it as such. In fact, there is currently a campaign in Berlin by certain artists who propose that both the clubbing scene and certain clubs be protected and recognized by UNESCO.<\/p>

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You can still breathe in the atmosphere that rebellion and constant struggle to protect the scene and those who work in it. It's admirable. I promise you.<\/p>

In which clubs in Berlin have you had the opportunity to delight the public?<\/span><\/h2>

The truth is that except in Berghain<\/strong> <\/a>\/ Panorama Bar<\/strong> and a couple more of purely cut Techno<\/strong>I have had the privilege of being able to act in almost all of them. It makes me very happy to remember all these moments and the achievements made. Now from a distance and with a few more years under my belt, I realize how difficult it has been but how rewarding and the good taste in my mouth I have had since then.<\/p>

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If I had to give you my starting five it would be: Sisyphos<\/strong><\/a>, Katerblau<\/strong><\/a>, Golden Gate<\/strong>, Watergate<\/strong> & Treasure<\/strong>I might even include Kitkat, as you know, the atmosphere is indescribable. It's something I recommend everyone to experience and enjoy in their own way.<\/p>

The music style you produce and mix is mainly House. Berlin is undoubtedly the city of Techno, but you still went to live there. Was and is your musical style well received in the city? Did you encounter any obstacles when you arrived there? How did you start out, how does a Spanish DJ start to have a presence in the Berlin scene?<\/span><\/h2>

It is important to know that it is not your culture and without losing your essence as a person and professional, adapt and understand the circumstances of everything that surrounds you and everyone around you.<\/p>

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I realized that Berlin and the national scene are very self-protecting. Labels, clubs and artists support the national product from start to finish, perhaps sometimes too much, not showing the quality of other artists with a foreign passport. I am in favor of betting on and supporting your own, but I think that we should never forget those artists who are not German and who contribute and work just as well or better than many national artists.<\/p>

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Maybe that's why after arriving and starting to produce music I saw how important it was to release music on a local label with a name in order to have greater visibility. Heinz Music, Katerblau's label, was my first stop and since then I noticed that I started to perform a lot more in Berlin and the rest of Germany. Learning the language was also a turning point in terms of being able to communicate with everyone, especially outside of Berlin. Being able to write to clubs and promoters in German was a very positive thing for my career.<\/p>

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As for my style, I have always been very sure of it. I think that techno and its derivatives dominate the national scene right now, I would dare say that it also dominates the world scene, but I have always believed that variety is the key. Let's say that there are 7 artists in a certain Berlin club, most of whom are going to play techno, well, the possibility of bringing my "groove" and being the distinctive note of the orchestra is something that has worked very well for me.<\/p>

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I have always said that what people want is to dance, enjoy themselves and above all to disconnect from reality for a couple of hours. I consider myself a tool for this and if at the end of my DJ set they have managed to understand what I wanted to convey and they go home with a smile from ear to ear, I am more than satisfied.<\/p>

There is a track of yours that we love: \u201cWish I?\u201d. We often ask ourselves, what factors do you take into account when it comes to creating a good track? Of all your works, which one would you highlight the most and why?<\/span><\/h2>

Thank you very much for the compliment. The truth is that it is a track that unfortunately could not be released by any record label. I contacted Universal because of the acapella, to see the possibility, as well as other labels, but at that time they said that the economic investment to pay for its use, that of the vocal, was very high and that I as an artist was not one. There was no profitability anywhere and it was not possible.<\/p>

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