Faders – Storyteller – New album & Interview

Your Faders’s project third album “Storyteller”, was just released on Shamanic Tales, tell us more about it.

Storyteller is my third and most important album. I’ve been working on it for three years, and it features nine solo tracks, each telling its own unique story. After 20 years of music production, I feel like with Storyteller, I’ve finally created the music I’ve always wanted to make. The BPM ranges from 140 to 145, blending futuristic progressive trance with full-power tracks. The decision to create a solo album came from a deep, personal place I felt the need to tell my story by myself, without any outside influence.

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What were your main inspirations to create the Storyteller album? Why did you go for an album in an age where most dancefloor music comes only in singles & EPs?

As I mentioned earlier, I reached a point in my career where I truly found myself and felt complete with my music production. I decided to gather all the ideas I’d collected over the years—the music I’ve listened to, the places I’ve traveled, the movies I’ve watched, the cultures I’ve experienced—and channel all of that into creating my own story. I couldn’t capture the full experience through just an EP or a few singles. To express everything I wanted to convey, I felt I had to create a full album.

Is your third album different from your previous albums, and what is the difference?

This album is completely different from my previous ones for a few reasons. First, I didn’t try to make a trendy album that follows the current scene. This time, I aimed to create something timeless , an album you can listen to years from now, and it won’t sound old or new, just relevant. My earlier albums were more in line with what was happening in the scene at the time, but Storyteller comes from a place of personal expression, beyond trends.

Do you have a message in your album? What is the story you want to tell?

Yes, my message is about bringing people together through my music and giving them the freedom to create whatever comes to their minds to tell their own story to the world. A great example of this is the last track, “Imagine,” which is the final track for a reason. With this track, you can imagine anything you want and be whoever you want. It’s about limitless possibilities and the power of imagination.

Which is your favourite track from the “Storyteller” album? Which ones works best on the dancefloor in your experience? 

I don’t have a favorite track on this album; all nine tracks are very special and came from deep within my heart. I created each one carefully from scratch, and they were all meant to be part of Storyteller. Each track has its own moment in my sets, so it’s hard to pick just one that stands out on the dancefloor, every one of them shines in its own way. For me, they’re all dancefloor weapons.

Which artists influence your music?

My musical influences are very broad, spanning a wide range of genres—from Moroccan folk to electronic, jazz, and more. Juno Reactor is a big influence for me; I love how he creates cinematic music, which resonates deeply with me. Astrix has also had a huge impact on my career, I’ve followed him since the beginning. Red Axes are another major influence; their ability to blend ethnic music with indie electronic elements is truly a masterpiece.

Has the way you produce music changed over the years?

Absolutely. Over the years, I’ve realized that to tell a story, you don’t need an overload of elements in your music. It’s about having one strong, well-crafted element rather than many. My productions have become more minimalistic, and the music itself has grown clearer and less cluttered. It’s all about creating focus and allowing the core of the track to shine.

Future plans after the third album?

I’ll definitely be touring with Storyteller around the world, spreading my message through live performances. I’m also planning to release new tracks next year and return to collaborating with other artists. I’m excited to keep my story going with future releases, this album is just the beginning. It’s still early, but I’m also considering a Storyteller remixes album as a potential project down the line.