Breakout London-based talent Because of Art returns to Sasha’s Last Night On Earth imprint with the release of Queens Park—a two-track EP that blends euphoric melodic house with refined dancefloor energy. Following acclaimed releases on Anjunadeep and a recent tour through India, the artist’s new material leans deeper into lush textures, rhythmic clarity, and emotive progression.
The title track “Queens Park” floats over buoyant, rubbery drums, wrapped in smooth synths and sparkling arps that give it a celestial, cinematic glow. Wordless vocal pads lend a human edge to the atmosphere, creating a sense of both motion and warmth. On the flip, “Work It” strips things down into a more direct, driving groove, but still carries Because of Art’s signature sophistication and clarity.
The EP is designed to move effortlessly between intimate club sets and big-room moments.
We spoke with Because of Art about staying grounded during career momentum, managing creative expectations, and building a forward-looking strategy without getting stuck in the past.
What helps you stay centered when your work is getting attention?
It feels so surreal and amazing to hear people are enjoying the records. I think the thought that people are enjoying it just for the music helps me stay focused on the quality of my production.
I also have an amazing family life, which comes with lots of enjoyment and responsibility outside of music. Having that contrast allows me to switch off and not get carried away when things are going well.
Have you ever lost your way creatively after a win?
Not really. Naturally my creativity goes in all sorts of directions. I’m always creating new small ideas on the go that I can store and come back to at a later time. I usually review these to see which ideas have the Because of Art vibe that I can develop into full tracks. I also write for other people, which means that some of the initial ideas that don’t make the BOA cut can be used in other projects.
What’s one routine or practice that keeps you anchored?
I think it’s important to have focus outside of music. I play a lot of football, which is fun and keeps me fit, and as I mentioned before my family definitely keeps me anchored too.
Additionally, I try not to pay attention to social media and what other DJs and producers are doing with their careers. It’s so important to realise that we’re all different and have various peaks and troughs throughout our careers. It’s so easy to get lost in the anxieties of social media as an artist—so I do my best to avoid that.
How do you deal with pressure to follow up a successful release?
I’ve not really felt that pressure yet. I know I’ve had a few releases that have done well, but I’ve never felt the pressure to top the last one.
My standard as a producer is to only release records that I’m proud of and if the record labels we regularly work with like them, I trust them enough to know that it’s the right move. If it doesn’t connect the way we would like, it’s okay because I’m still proud of the record.
When do you know you’re overidentifying with success?
That’s tough because I never really focus on success. I make music because I enjoy it and if other people enjoy it too then that’s a complete bonus to me.
Personally, my metrics of success are completely different to the average artist. I don’t focus on streaming numbers or downloads, I focus on the nice comments I get from people at gigs or if a peer tells me how well a track has worked in their sets.
How do you celebrate wins without getting stuck on them?
I appreciate everything, I don’t take anything for granted. It’s such a long game, so you have to celebrate the wins. Having an overall strategy and direction as an artist allows me not to get stuck.
This usually means that when a release comes out that does well, we have the next three already planned in the diary and understand that each release builds into the next one. I’m very into goal setting too, and reevaluating the goals when you hit new milestones. Five years ago when I started the BOA project, I would have never thought that I’d be in this position—but now I’ve reevaluated and have new goals.
Celebrate the wins, appreciate them but quickly reevaluate and move forward.
What keeps your creativity separate from outside noise?
I set boundaries. I have a set time where I go to the studio to work on music and a set time when I have to leave. I also understand myself enough to know not to force something, so I do give myself the flexibility to do other things during those periods. I like to play football, spend time with my wife and my children.
Equally, if I have a creative moment outside of my studio time, I allow myself to have that moment, get the idea down on a laptop that I can bank and revisit in the studio later.
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