Contributing Writer1. Hey Two Names, thanks for sitting down with us today. How’s your year been so far?
Thanks for having me. It’s looking like a very promising year. The events have been going really well, and I’ve already dropped three tracks in 2026 that I’m fully into.
2. Your new record, ‘Manoukaki’, is coming out on connected June 19th. Can you tell us about this release and how it came about?
Manoukaki is really built around the kind of Afro groove I’m into. That driving energy, with just the right touch of vocals to wrap around it. It came together very naturally in the studio; nothing felt forced. The name actually comes from my girlfriend. It’s not her real name, but it’s how people call her where she’s from; it also has a very African feel to it, which made it a perfect fit for the track title.
3. You run a YouTube channel ‘Child Of House’ sharing various house music tracks. What made you decide to start this channel, and does it inspire your own productions?
I started ‘Child Of House’ back in 2014 with a genuine desire to discover and share great music, especially tracks that didn’t get the attention they deserved, alongside new releases. Over the years, the channel has really helped me both find music and train my ear to pick the right track for the right moment in my sets. It’s also led to some amazing moments; for example, we once discovered a track on SoundCloud with fewer than 500 plays, and after featuring it, it went on to reach over 25 million views. The producer eventually got an official release on a respected label, along with official remixes from international artists. So it’s definitely been a big source of inspiration for my own productions as well.
4. Can you talk us through the production process for this track? Do you always follow the same process?
The process isn’t always the same; it constantly evolves, just like the music itself. Every time, it starts from a different place; it could be a groove, a vocal, or any element that catches my attention and sparks the idea. For ‘Manoukaki’, everything really started once I found that Afro groove I mentioned earlier. After that, the rest came together much more easily. I’d also like to mention that none of my productions would sound the way they do without the mixing and mastering from my friend Elias Kazais at BLACK CANVAS SONICS; his work plays a big role in the final result.
5. You’ve had numerous residencies and are widely recognised in your hometown, Thessaloniki. What was your experience growing up in Thessaloniki’s music scene? And how did it impact your music journey?
My residencies in Thessaloniki are what really shaped me and made me the DJ I am today. They taught me discipline, awareness, how to truly read a crowd, and also gave me a deep respect for more established artists and their journey in the scene. A big part of that process has been playing warm-up sets, which are a huge and often underrated part of any event. I’ve spent a lot of time in that role, and it really helped me develop my identity and understanding of flow. It’s also something that’s earned me respect from several established DJs in the Greek scene, which means a lot to me. As a city, Thessaloniki has always been musically forward-thinking, especially when it comes to events and club culture. It went through a slight downturn at some point, but you can really feel it coming back strong again.
6. The house music scene has been critiqued for becoming too saturated, making it difficult to find good music. Do you find that digging for music has become harder? And what is your favourite way to find new music?
I don’t fully agree with that. I still find good music every day. I think it really depends on how and where you dig. Good music is out there; you just have to connect with it. If anything, it’s easier now with all the tools available. The best way for me is listening to other DJs, online or in clubs; that’s where the real gems show up.
7. Summer is just around the corner, with a lot of festivals coming up. Are you planning on performing at any shows or festivals this summer?
I’m really excited for this summer. I’ve just started a new residency at Angels Club, one of the most iconic clubs in Northern Greece. At the same time, I’m part of the Twisted Events crew by Junior Pappa, and we’ll be hitting spots like Cavo Paradiso, Yalos Santorini, plus events in Chalkidiki and Thessaloniki, and there’s more coming soon. I’ll also be doing additional shows across Greece along the way.
8. Thank you for speaking with us today. What can we expect from you for the rest of the year?
Thank you as well for having me. I really enjoyed the conversation. There’s definitely more music on the way. I already have two signed releases coming after ‘Manoukaki’ on Connected, and I’m looking forward to getting some of the unreleased tracks I’ve been playing in my sets officially signed and out there.