back
Nicola Cruz is a Franco-Ecuadorian DJ and producer born on December 7, 1987, in Limoges, France. His music blends electronic sounds with traditional South American rhythms, particularly from the Andes region. He coined the term 'andes-step' to describe his style, which incorporates genres like techno, house, and dub alongside traditional instruments such as the marimba, siku flute, and charango.
article is not verified yet how to verify
| Born | 1987-12-07 |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Age | 38 |
| Height | 184 CM |
| Knows languages | english, french, spanish |
| Occupations | DJ, musical artist |
| Years active | 2012 - Present |
| Genres | Techno, Dub, Minimal |
Know more about Nicola Cruz?
You can help! Share your insights here, and we'll update the article accordingly.
Last update on: January 21, 2025
Early Life
From a young age, he showed an interest in music, starting with percussion at the age of 12. He later studied sound engineering in Mexico City. His international career took off in 2012 after collaborating with Nicolas Jaar, and he has since performed at prestigious venues and festivals like Boiler Room, Sónar, and Lollapalooza.
Career
Cruz emphasizes the connection between music and spirituality in his work, drawing inspiration from South American culture and worldview. While his music is classified as electronic, he prefers organic and analog sounds over purely digital production, using the computer as a last resort in his creative process.
He has released notable albums such as Prender el Alma (2015) and Siku (2019) under ZZK Records, along with several EPs and singles that explore his unique fusion of modern and traditional sounds.
Based on information from:
Piya Malik
musician
ST. NIKLAS
musical artist
Lucy Deakin
musical artist
Siv Jakobsen
musical artist
Jack Symes
musical artist
Tommy Barlow
musical artist
Poolhouse
musical artist
Альона Мясоєд
стиліст
Naomi Keza
model
Ben Oatley
musical artist
Beth Morrison
photographer
Slowwves
musical artist