The best is yet to come: Interview with the resident DJ of Pacha Ibiza Taao Kross

DJ Taao Kross

ML&L - What and why were you inspired to start DJing and producing?

Kross - My love for the music was the main reason to turn my life in this direction.


ML&L - Tell us a bit about your first songs and your first gig.

Kross - My first performances were in the town where I lived, also in the next few days I will give a performance there in the same place, but this time it will be in front of thousands of people, all very different! I will never forget where I come from and where I am going.


ML&L - Who or what has influenced you most musically? What artists initially inspired?

Kross - David Guetta, I think we, all of the electronic artists, could consider to him, our "father" and mentor on this job, I have a deep respect for David. Steve Aoki also for his strength behind the decks, I've shared many gigs with him and he's a BIG professional and an amazing guy, I can never stop to mention to the guys that inspired me on the beginning of my journey also, Swedish House Mafia, they will always be alive in my heart!


ML&L - What is the best part of life as a deejay?

Kross - No doubt, the love and respect of the public.

ML&L - What is the worst part about DJing?

Kross - Probably being away from family much of the time.


ML&L - What are some of the key moments in your career that have elevated you to where you are today?

Kross - No doubt there, when Miguel Pardo from Pacha gave me the opportunity to sign my contract with Pacha Agency, I will never forget that day.


ML&L - How do you prepare yourself for touring?

Kross - I dedicate many hours working at home with new music, in the studio, I also try to have a normal life at home, rest when I can, eat healthy food, enjoy the company of my son and girlfriend.

ML&L - What would be your favorite live set? 

Kross -Actually, I’ve reached one of my biggest dreams already, playing for the Tomorrowland brand, at Unite in Malta last month. It was a dream to me to close the main stage after the incredible set of Dj Snake, so sick!


ML&L - What is the longest set that you have ever played, and where was it?

Kross - Probably during a private events on Monaco, during Formula 1 there, around a 4h set, was really cool.


ML&L - How Ibiza influenced your style?

Kross - Obviously it has influence on me and my sets, but I try to be my own self always, and not another dj that is playing the same music as every one else in Ibiza.


ML&L - Where do you find the best audiences?

Kross - Not easy to answer! Some countries like Brazil, India, Italy, we work very good there, but I had very nice experience all around the world.


ML&L - How does a new project or collaboration come together?

Kross - I've just launched my last track, "Untouchable", feat. Christina Novelli, I'm very proud of this work.

ML&L - Is there any story behind the track “Untouchable”?

Kross - What happens on the studio, stay there :) Joking, was a big honor to work with Christina, she's an incredible singer!


ML&L - What advice would you give to any budding producer or DJ?

Kross - Humility, Responsibility and be honest with your own self.


ML&L - What are you looking forward to touring this year? 

Kross - I never expect anything, I just do my best always and I hope the people enjoy my music everywhere.


ML&L - Any new music or exciting gigs?

Kross - For Sure! We will launch exciting new things very soon, stay tuned to all my social media to keep up to date.

May.Life & Live - Thank you for lovely interview. May.Life & Live wishes you good luck with a Djing and production. Let the music never stopped!