FTampa, a Brazilian producer, and DJ has been making his mark in the music industry as of late. Known for his feel-good music, FTampa effortlessly makes it feel like summer year round. Check out our exclusive interview with one of Brazil’s most known artists below! Make sure to follow along FTampa’s journey on his Instagram, here.
Exclusive Interview With FTampa
*This interview was edited for clarity*
RMR: How did you first get into producing and DJing? And at what age?
FTampa: In exactly 2010. I used to play in rock bands before and my cousin showed me some EDM artists. At the beginning I was kind of like, “I don’t really know if this is something I want to do” but then I started finding a lot of artists and got crazy into EDM. Started to produce right after my search and here I am now.
RMR: Who and What inspired you? Was it someone around you that was getting into it?
FTampa: I’ve always wanted to be a musician and I always believed that I had to make my own music. That was my main inspiration. I kept on my path despite all difficulties and here I am. Always moving forward with the same inspiration as when I was a kid.
RMR: I’m sure you’ve traveled quite a bit by now, what has been your favorite city to visit while traveling for music?
FTampa: Bangkok! I have a lot of friends there and I really like being there. I love scuba diving and I always look to do a dive when I can during travels.
RMR: What is your personal favorite song that you’ve made/produced?
FTampa: ‘Who We Are’ I always love the most recent one the most hahaha.
RMR: If you weren’t a DJ, what would be your profession?
FTampa: No plan B here but maybe a marketing guy since I used to do that for a living before music.
RMR: If you aren’t producing or DJing music, what can FTampa be found doing for fun?
FTampa: I have a big saltwater fish tank and I always spend lot of time on it. It’s like have a farm in your living room. I also have a kid now, a big boy that makes everything fun and wonderful. I try to spend as much time with him as I can.
RMR: What has been a highlight in your career so far? A moment that has stuck out to you more than others?
FTampa: Mainstage of Tomorrowland in Belgium. That was my biggest dream ever. When I started producing music, the first festival I ever watched was Tomorrowland and I said I was going to be playing there someday! I will always remember. Much respect for the festival and all the team.
RMR: If you could work with another artist in the world that you haven’t worked with yet, who would it be?
FTampa: Adam Levine. I really want to work on something with him. His voice is really unique and he is very talented.
RMR: Is there anything that you could fix or change within the music industry or more specifically the EDM scene? If so, what would it be?
FTamapa: I think things are like they must be. Good and bad things always make you grow.
RMR: Do you have any advice for listeners and readers that are pursuing producing and DJing as a career?
FTampa: Study a lot and never stop dreaming. A friend told me once, every day when you wake up, go to the mirror and say “I will get where I want.” Sounds kind of weird when you say but trust me, works like a charm! Always believe in yourself.
RMR: What could we expect from FTampa in the next several months or year to come?
FTampa: Lots of new music! I have around 10 ready to go tracks and I’m really excited to see how people will react because each track is very different from each other.
RMR: Last question here, when could we expect a visit from you to Seattle, Washington!?
FTampa: We are planning a US Tour for the second half of 2018! I could say soon! I’m living in LA now which makes everything easier! Let’s party!
Austin Howell is a Journalist for Respect My Region and Owner of The Real Gentlemen’s Club.
