The Life of DJNestryle: A Closer Look

December 3^rd, the journey had begun. I now set out to prove a point I made with very little information. “Christmas songs aren’t that difficult, let’s make one.” Although I never enjoyed Christmas music, I have a lot of respect for those who produce any music so I thank those who are dedicated to the art of music production.

Without further ado, the inside story of our very own Elvin Limpin. We spoke soon after beginning our collaboration on “Peace To All”. And I asked him the following questions in hopes of getting to know the esteemed music producer:

When did you first get into music?
I’ve always been into music, I played piano when I was little. I got into electronic music when my cousin got into rap and I was like “Hey why don’t I produce beats for him?” I started to meet more people in an electronic music summer camp so that’s where everything really started.

What advice would you give to someone looking to start producing their own music?
Don’t think that you can do it all on your own. Ask for help and creative input. But at the same time, don’t let them limit your creativity and be open to different genres and styles.

What inspires your music style?
What I’m feeling today. My friends usually have a big influence. My influence continuously evolves depending on the life stages I’m in, and I think that’s true for a lot of artists. Other artists also inspire me as well and direct where my music goes.

What was a really defining moment for you as a musician?
Defining moment…Last summer I took a music production course at Beat Drop. Back then I had no idea how to DJ. Interacting at Beat Drop, I learned how to DJ and what my friends like and how to produce what the public likes. Also in grade eight choosing to join band helped me focus more on the theory part of music. I used to be one of those people who liked music based on how catchy it was but band gave me insight into the more technical side of production.

Who is your greatest musical role model?
Nicholas Senaraine or ‘axiom.’ because I’ve known him for years and I’ve seen his progression in music and his perseverance and persistence despite people telling him that music is not for him. It’s these qualities that I really admire and strive to adopt. [https://soundcloud.com/imaxiommusic]

What are your intentions in music?
I believe that music is constantly changing and I want to be one of those drivers of change in the music world.

How has music helped shape your life?
A lot of my friends are into music. It’s somewhere I can communicate my emotions and hear from others. It’s like a different language. But the most important thing music has done for me is giving me a way to have fun. It’s what fills my down time and it’s something I enjoy.

What are you most excited for in 2015?

I’m excited to go further in my music and in discovering new artists like Elene Otte who will be featured in this son [I did not pay him to say that]. I’m also open to pursuing a couple other directions, perhaps starting a new band or getting more into DJing and perhaps composing more and trying some song writing.

And of course I saved the hardest question for last:

What’s your favourite song?
I like a lot of songs and it changes a lot but at the moment it’s probably Varien by Valkyrie because it incorporates a lot of styles and genres. A lot of songs nowadays all sound the same because they’re all trying to make a song that once sounded good. This song manages to combine the best of everything yet remain unique. [https://soundcloud.com/monstercat/varien-valkyrie-feat-laura]

The instrumental of ‘Peace to All’ can be found here: https://soundcloud.com/djnestryle/nestryle-elene-peace-to-all-instrumental-mix
Make sure to also listen to Nestryle’s other tracks which can be found here: https://soundcloud.com/djnestryle

The full version was just released, check it out here: https://soundcloud.com/loveelene/nestryle-elene-peace-to-all! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone!