Sander van Doorn has just released his latest compilation entitled Dusk Till Doorn. In addition he has released a new single entitled Daddy Rock under his SvD alias and even resurrected his Purple Haze guise for the track Hymn 2.0. With so much going on for Sander at the moment it’s really the perfect time for a quick Q & A session with the Tech-Trance master.


What exciting experiences have you had while on tour this year?

I’ve met so many amazing people this year.  It’s been great to see so many of the Trance Family guys on the road in America and feel like the US is my second home at the moment!


What were some of your favorite events so far this year?

I had an amazing gig the other day at Electro City b2b with Marco V (I think you’ll be seeing more of those in the future!) Other highlights include gigs in Dallas, Texas, all the Boombox/Global Gathering events have been great, Trance Energy was off the scale and the entire US Tour I had earlier in the year was an absolute pleasure.


In recent days do you find yourself in the studio or out on the road more?

Definitely on the road more.  I have started to produce on the road now and get some ideas down so at least I’m staying productive.


Approximately how long did it take you to compile the tracks for the Dusk Till Doorn compilation?

Compiling was a constant process right up until there was no time left and I had to finalize the mix.  I could have gone on forever! I guess I started collecting material about 2 months before I finalized the mix.


Which mixing style is used to blend the tracks for Dusk Till Doorn?

Ableton


What is your favorite classic that is featured on the compilation?

Adrian Lux – Teenage Crime has had a remix done by Axwell and Hendrik B and is absolutely smashing up the dance floors at the moment so I think I’d have to choose that.


Can you tell us more about some of the unreleased material that will be included on the album?

There’s a track on there by me called Overflow that is exclusive to the compilation and won’t be getting a release.  My new single called Daddyrock is also on there.  That will be out on 31st August. The Ummet Ozcan track is exclusive to the compilation until the single release.


What are some of the new developments over at Doorn Records?

At the moment it’s all about Ummet Ozcan’s new track ‘Arcadia’ which will be out on 14th September.  At the moment we’re just trying to put out some solid releases and sign the best producers.


Where do you predict Doorn Records will be in five years?

I hope it will be one of the leading labels in its genre pushing the best new artists and music!


When did you initially begin working on the Dusk Till Doorn club night?

The concept was born a couple of years ago and our first night was May 2009 with The Gallery @ Ministry of Sound in London.


What sparked the idea for you to return with your Purple Haze alias for the track Hymn 2.0?

It had that darker melodic vibe that I associate with all my Purple Haze tracks.


How did the opportunity for your new show on Sirius XM radio come about?

Identity has been consistently gaining popularity and it felt like the right time to take the show to the next level.  Sirius felt the same way and the rest is history!  It also means the show is now weekly which is great!


What are some of your goals for the remainder of this year?

Sleep! (I’m not joking!) My main goal is to get in the studio for a decent amount of time and make some serious headway on writing my new album.


What are your feelings towards the current direction of Electronic Music?

At the moment there is a lot of styles being mixed together and it’s refreshing to hear some different things happening in the scene.  The barriers that used to clearly define sub genres are becoming more and more meaningless as producers experiment with new styles and you’ll find DJs playing a real variety of vibes and bpm’s in their sets.  It’s something that I’ve always thought has set me apart from a lot of DJs as I’m seen as a Trance DJ but if you look at the tunes I play in my sets you’ll find house, techno, progressive, and trance.  


Are you involved in any other upcoming projects you would like to tell us about?

Just that my Dusk till Doorn nights are going from strength to strength with shows coming up very soon in Chicago, US and Manchester, UK so if you can make it come down!


What do you find yourself doing on your days off recently?

I don't get a lot of free time to be honest, but since I moved into my new house last year I love relaxing at home with good food and wine.  I spend so much time in the studio or on the road it's nice to sit back and do nothing sometimes!
 

Name five things you can’t live without…

Some of these answers are probably quite sad but as a travelling DJ they become essential!  iPhone, Computer, Headphones, Cigarettes and Red Bull. Shameful!


Do you have any other comments for your fans?

Thanks for all the support you’ve given me this year! It’s been incredible so far and there’s still so much to come.  Hope to see you soon!



- Interview by Zaneta Soroko-Ortiz

http://www.sandervandoorn.com/