Up next on Boyanza comes an EP courtesy of up-and-coming producer Nando, which powerfully echoes the ethereal heartbeat and pulsating energies of the dancefloor via scintillating progressions and euphoria-driven atmospheres….

Present-day electronica is filled to the brim with producers that harmonise a plethora of genre stylings and motifs within their sound, and Nando is no exception. His flourishing career thus far has demonstrated a knack for crafting compelling dance trax that feel both fresh and familiar, dynamic yet precise, and always all-encompassing. Drifting proactively within the realms of House, Techno, Disco, and the in-between spaces, Nando perfectly captures that Rave-like spirit within his productions, where limitless positive energy abounds and minds and feet remain in a near-constant flux of joy. Perhaps above all else, it is whilst his music has a considered approach to it, there is a deep undercurrent of delight and fun that spreads throughout a Nando EP, further drawing dancers into his auditory universe.

‘Hit It’ is a testament to his craft and vision, and begins immediately on its journey to drive forward the dance into new spheres of being. The title track has a deep punch to its rhythm section, which provides the basis for the bass wobs and energetic vocal samples to take hold. The synth sweeps that align in the backdrop complete the picture, creating a feverish kinetic energy that is a real marvel. ‘Pow’ starts with a dense polyrhythmic percussive outlay, with the bass not far behind, with the scene set perfectly for the cavernous synths to take hold. Leaning heavily into techno soundscapes, the additional rhythmic features add an enormity to the progression, with joyous surprises found around every corner. ‘Dale Duro!’ lands next, which features another deep set of drums to get things going. This one is pure, peak time killer energy, with the swinging bass and drumming pattern striking right through the dance, with infectious euphoric vocal samples and tactful melodic lines doing the business – you just can’t help moving, no matter where you are.

Following on from this EP we had the pleasure of sitting down with Namdo to discuss records that helped shape his sound. Here’s how it went down…

Foxy Dave – The Trip 

“The screams in Foxy Dave’s song drive me crazy—that raw energy is the essence I try to keep alive in all my tracks. I absolutely loved the groove and wanted to create something in that same spirit: groovy, full of energy, and something that makes you want to move. Hit It was born from a single studio session, and I still remember listening to it about 20 times that same day. Every single time, I thought, ‘This track is going to blow up during peak time.’”

Innervisions 

“With Pow, I didn’t really express myself through a song, but through a label. Innervisions—I’ve always really loved what they do and the essence they carry. Everything started with the chords you hear at the end. For this EP, I focused mainly on the bass—powerful and playful. The chopped-up vocals that come out of nowhere and the congas, I think they pull you into a trance you just don’t want to leave. I added a bit of movement with the breaks, and the track was basically done. Honestly, it’s my favorite one on the EP

Chloe Caillet 

​”For Dale Duro, I drew inspiration from what Chloe Caillet has been doing lately—I really like her work and wanted to create something in a similar vibe, but with my own twist. I used an arpeggiated bass and, of course, I had to throw in some stabs—this time with a funkier feel. I wanted this track to feel more like a party, something that lifts a crowd and builds that kind of euphoria festivals thrive on. Dale Duro is the perfect formula to give your audience that punch.”

Buy/Stream Hit It! HERE