Zaark joins forces with Malaa on ‘Feel Good’, marking his debut on Toolroom and a new chapter for the Brazilian producer.
Known for club-ready records that have earned support from DJs including FISHER, Pawsa and Marco Carola, he’s been steadily building a profile rooted in consistency and real-world play. The new release arrives after months of testing and refinement, carrying the confidence of an artist finding his footing at scale.
In this interview, Zaark talks through the collaboration, the shifts that shaped the past year, and how his approach continues to evolve as his audience grows.
You’ve been steadily building momentum, but this Toolroom release feels like a clear step up in visibility. What shifted for you over the last year to make this moment possible?
For me, the main thing was building a sonic identity that made me relevant in the market. I’ve been working towards that since last year, and I believe that’s the main reason this release became possible.
Working with Malaa comes with a lot of expectation, both sonically and culturally. How did that collaboration actually take shape, and what surprised you once you were in the process together?
Working with Malaa means a lot to me. I’ve been able to see some of his shows here in Brazil, and it’s a project I’ve followed for many years. This collaboration means a lot, and it developed very quickly. It was truly a surprise when it happened.
‘Feel Good’ sits very comfortably in a club-focused space without leaning on obvious tricks. What were the non-negotiables for you when shaping the track?
The main focus during the creation of the track was building a strong and memorable pre-drop. It was completely intentional, so the track would have something different and stay in people’s minds.
You’ve had consistent support from DJs like FISHER, Pawsa and Marco Carola. How much does that feedback loop affect the way you finish records, if at all?
It influences me a lot, both creatively and musically. Support from artists at that level works as a confirmation of the style you’re building. It’s also very rewarding to know that my music is reaching so far.
Toolroom has a very specific legacy and audience. Did you approach this release differently knowing where it would land?
Yes, this release was designed to bring something new, both sonically and emotionally. Something very club-focused, but also memorable something people could really feel.
Mixmag Brazil tipped you as One To Watch for 2025. How do you stay focused when that kind of narrative starts forming around you?
Being highlighted by Mixmag is very rewarding, but it also makes me even more focused on consolidating the project. It’s great to see how far the project is reaching.
There’s a lot of anonymity baked into the wider world around this release. As an emerging artist, how do you balance mystery versus personal identity?
The sense of mystery helps keep the focus on the music, but my identity comes through naturally in the sound and in the way I connect with the dancefloor.
Looking ahead, are you more interested in refining a recognisable sound or pushing into less expected territory over the next run of releases?
Looking ahead, I always want to bring something new to the audience. I see it as a balance between refining a recognisable sound and exploring less conventional territory. That balance is what brought me here keeping the essence of what works while still evolving.
Feel Good is out now on Toolroom
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