Mac Declos is a french artist, Parisian-based, dj and producer of electronic music.

 

Born into a world where rhythm and melody were as natural as breathing, Mac Declos was destined to become a musical force. With a blues guitarist father and a singer-dancer mother, Mac’s childhood was a haven for artistic expression. By the age of five, he was already absorbing these influences, finding his first love in hip-hop dance—a passion that quickly revealed his prodigious talent for timing and musicality. Mac's artistic journey began in contemporary dance, where he earned a degree from the esteemed Centre Chorégraphique National of Roubaix. However, his boundless curiosity soon drew him to the world of house and then electronic music. The transition was effortless; as a former professional dancer, Mac understands the essence of groove.

At just 21, Mac had already made waves in the electronic music scene, winning two major music competitions and earning coveted spots at the Nördik Impakt and Astropolis festivals. His rise was nothing short of meteoric, playing across Europe at iconic venues such as Rex Club in Paris, Berghain in Berlin, Fabric in London, and Fuse in Brussels. This year, his journey expanded to Asia, where he performed at top clubs like Faust in Seoul, Headquarters in Singapore, and Pawnshop in Taipei. He also delivered a standout performance at the Pitch Music and Arts Festival in Melbourne. The summer of 2024 saw Mac elevate his career even further with a celebrated Boiler Room set at the Glitch Festival in Malta, following fantastic gigs at Stone Techno in Essen, Peacock Society Festival in Paris, and Habitat Festival in Hamburg.

With a brilliant sound that defies expectations, Mac Declos quickly became known for his intense, precise, and technical techno sets: he’s a natural. His ability to blend mental and physical grooves with such finesse sets him apart as a virtuoso, a master of his craft. (1/2 Lines about genres)In Spring 2024, Mac Declos dropped "Endless Cycle," his new pulsating EP on XX Lab. It features six club-ready tracks that encapsulate Mac’s never-ending musical journey into the heart of the clubbing experience. Prior to "Endless Cycle," Mac showcased his skills with previous releases that garnered widespread acclaim. His 2022 EP "Cuir en Cage" on Myst and his first full-length LP, the 10-track "Hard Work Always Pays Off," released on Mama Told Ya in 2023, demonstrated his knack for captivating audiences. Collaborations with artists like Anetha, François X, Kuss, and Lacchesi further emphasized his multifaceted talent and influence in the music scene, cementing his status as a rising star.

Mac Declos is far more than just a DJ and producer—he's a phenomenon. With a masterful command of rhythm and groove, combined with a fearless curiosity and genre-fluid approach, he’s one of the most exciting DJs to experience on the dance floor. He evokes a joyful yet frenetic vitality, transforming every set into an unforgettable high-energy experience and solidifying his role as a defining force in the future of techno.
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photography : Victor Jacques​