When looking at Clouzer today, it’s hard to picture this bright, blue eyed soul covered in piercings while banging a head full of dreadlocks to heavy metal. But, you better believe it because that’s exactly where Clouzer’s journey with music began.

Born and raised in Saint Petersburg, Russia, Clouzer was once a “heavy metal dude, playing guitar in an alternative band.” During this time, he took up work as a CD pusher for a small music and video store. Taking on the role as the ‘Metal’ specialist, Clouzer was soon introduced to the sounds of electronic music through a co-worker. He credits this individual’s impeccable taste and his very first rave as the catalysts that would push him towards a career in electronic music.

In 2007 Clouzer recorded his first mix. Over the next 10 years, he embarked on a journey of self-discovery, developing his skills both as a DJ and Producer. Today, he may heard playing across Toronto at CODA, One Loft and the Secret Society Sessions.

When creating this mix today, Clouzer notes “I didn’t feel any borders when I was working on it, the borders you usually feel when you work on a podcast series. I realized that it’s a great occasion to mix something special for me. I used to play this kind of Electric genre (nu disco, electro) quite often back home, especially at home private parties, but I have never made any mix like that for the last 10 years of my journey. It wasn't easy, as tracks in this particular genre are specific and you don`t have much room for transition, as the BPM variety is so random. I started my mix in 108 and finished it by 127. It took lots of effort to finally make a story that satisfies me.” We hope you enjoy the story too!

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