In the pulsating heart of Amsterdam, during one of the most exciting music events of the year, Nexus Radio sat down with renowned deep house artist JLV at the Nexus Lounge ADE Edition. JLV, known in the music world as Joël Vels, is a celebrated name with over 100 million streams. As he reflects on his journey and future, it’s clear that JLV is an artist who is continuously reinventing himself.
JLV’s passion for music manifested early, quickly establishing him as a prominent figure in the deep house scene. His career was turbocharged through collaborations with the online platform Selected and his remix of “Hold On” by Stisema, which garnered a remarkable 4 million streams. With successful singles like “Back to You” and “Soaring,” JLV’s trajectory soared as he signed with HEXAGON, Don Diablo’s label.
Amsterdam brought the perfect backdrop for JLV to discuss his new imprint, Something Good, dedicated to deep and emotional house records. In his conversation with Frank, he shared insights into his current musical direction: “I’ve been really experimenting, with new stuff and trying to see, where I want to go with my sound.”
During ADE, JLV finds the industry atmosphere invigorating. He shared his excitement about performing at Dirty House and participating in unique events like boat parties, which characterize the event’s diverse offerings. Highlighting ADE’s networking potential, he noted, “You get a lot of different type of people from the industry… it’s always new opportunities.”
As Frank explored more about JLV’s experiences and influences, the excitement of being part of such an immersive event was palpable. ADE stands out not just for its music but also as a meeting ground for past collaborators and new artists alike.
JLV’s narrative at ADE was not solely about the venue. It was also about the introspection and evolution of his sound. While reflecting on his journey, JLV emphasized the importance of exploring new musical territories, “I made so many, more chill house songs that I feel like people expect that from me now… but you can also find like, um, new, new audiences if you try new things.”
With admiration for artists like Maupy and a confessed fondness for festival venues like Into the Woods, JLV’s inspirations are as eclectic as his sound. It’s clear that his ongoing journey is guided by a desire to push boundaries while remaining true to his roots.
JLV’s candid conversation with Frank encapsulated what makes the deep house scene so dynamic—it’s an ever-evolving landscape where artists like JLV pave new paths while respecting their audience’s expectations. As JLV stated in the interview, “you cannot please everyone… you’ve got to make choices.” Those choices, driven by passion and creativity, continue to define JLV’s remarkable journey in the music world.
With new club tracks in store and a commitment to enriching his sound, JLV’s future is as rhythmically inspiring as his past. As he embarks on this new chapter with Something Good, fans and newcomers alike are eagerly awaiting what’s next in this dynamic artist’s career. Listen to the full interview below.
