Jack Lazarus has been gaining real traction in the UK scene, and a clear milestone arrived earlier this year when he won the Anjunadeep remix contest. That release came out in April and marked a strong moment of recognition for the work he has been putting in behind the scenes. He built his direction through steady experimentation, careful attention to melodic detail, and a workflow that stays rooted in curiosity.
His remix of Floodgate carries that same approach, giving Dave Leck’s original a clear sense of movement shaped by the instincts he has been sharpening over the past few years.
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The interview connected to today’s premiere opens a window into how Jack thinks about development and long-term growth. He talks about writing consistently, exploring new genres for inspiration, and learning how to trust his decisions in the studio. He shares how pressure, comfort zones, and expectations can shape an artist’s trajectory, and how breaking those patterns helps keep his work moving in a healthier direction.
This interview highlights that mindset alongside the music. Jack’s process reflects the habits that help producers stay grounded and continue growing, and this remix arrives at a moment where his momentum is building in a clear way. The interview below brings that into focus as the track goes live on our SoundCloud page ahead of Friday’s full release.
What’s one piece of advice you’d give to an artist who’s struggling to find their sound?
Make as much music as you can.
Try to write your own synth patches and get comfortable with your vsts and hardware. Write the music you want to hear instead of trying to guess what people want. The process takes time and it keeps evolving, which makes it fun.
What do you think makes an artist’s music stand out in today’s crowded music industry?
In electronic music especially, being creative and taking risks helps your work stand out.
A clear identity helps as well. If your music feels fresh instead of copying what is already out there, you create a clearer lane for yourself.
Why is persistence such an important part of building a career in music?
Persistence matters because the space is crowded and competitive. You deal with rejection from labels and you deal with releases that do not perform the way you hoped. It is easy to feel like you are wasting time and energy. You have to move past that or you will cut yourself off before you hit your potential.
The space has challenges, but it offers real opportunities and strong moments of reward.
What’s a key piece of advice you would give to your younger self at the start of your path?
Experiment as much as possible and do not be afraid of mistakes.
Why do you think artists get stuck in a certain sound, and how do you keep pushing your boundaries?
It is easy to feel pressure to stay in one lane because of audience expectations or label expectations. A big change can feel risky. Comfort zones form quickly, especially when you are good at a particular style. A helpful approach is to work in a completely different genre for a bit.
Listen widely across different sounds outside of electronic music. Stop thinking of yourself as a brand tied to one style and allow yourself to write whatever feels natural that day.
How do you know when a track is finished?
It is difficult because you can keep tweaking forever. When it feels close, leave it for a few days and return with fresh ears. You will hear what still needs work. Repeat that a few times and you reach a point where you feel satisfied with it.
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