By: Yomna Walid
For Egyptian DJ Redo, music has always been about discovering new sounds, connecting different influences, and taking listeners on a journey through different moods and emotions. His love of music began in 2004 after experiencing his first major music event, while growing up in Egypt introduced him to the richness of Arabic melodies.
Since launching his career as a DJ in 2006, Redo has performed at a variety of events alongside major occasions, continuously developing his style and expanding his musical horizons.
Now, DJ Redo joins NileFM&rsquo;s DJ of the Week at 10pm for a one-hour set featuring a mix of remixes, melodies and sounds from different genres. With melody at the heart of his musical identity, Redo aims to take listeners through different vibes and emotions, creating a set where every track adds to the journey.
NileFM dives deeper into DJ Redo&rsquo;s journey, his approach to discovering and blending music, the story behind his NileFM set and what&rsquo;s next for his career.
Let&rsquo;s start from the beginning. Tell us about your journey as a DJ and how your Egyptian background shaped your musical identity.
I started DJing in 2006, playing at local weddings. By 2010, I was also playing at international weddings, and in 2011 I moved into clubs, bars, beach parties, pool parties and larger events.
My love of music started even earlier, after experiencing my first major music event in 2004. Music has always been a huge source of positive energy for me, and growing up in Egypt also gave me a strong appreciation for beautiful Arabic melodies. I also learned a lot from working with DJs from Germany, which gave me different musical perspectives and experiences.
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Was there a particular moment when you realised that DJing was more than just a passion and that you wanted to pursue it seriously?
When I started experimenting with remixes and changing melodies, I realised how much I enjoyed creating my own musical ideas. That was when I felt I had a natural talent for it and knew that DJing and music were going to be my career.
You&rsquo;re known for exploring different genres and creating a distinctive, genre-fluid sound. How would you describe your musical identity today?
I play different genres, but melody is always at the heart of what I do. I love blending sounds in a way that feels natural and beautiful. For me, every DJ set is a journey where I take the audience through different moods, vibes and emotions.
When you&rsquo;re discovering new music, what makes you think, &ldquo;This is a track I want to work with&rdquo;?
It starts with the melody, then the vocal and the energy of the track. When those three elements connect, I immediately start imagining how the track could fit into one of my sets.
Your sets can bring together very different sounds and genres. How do you decide which tracks can work together while still keeping your own signature style?
I look for tracks with melodies that can catch the audience&rsquo;s ear and connect emotionally. With a good musical ear, you can feel which tracks naturally fit together and create a strong groove, even across different genres.
You&rsquo;ve had the opportunity to play in different places and for very different audiences. How do you prepare when you&rsquo;re performing for a new crowd or in a different country?
I like to understand the venue and the audience first. But I also use my warm-up to read the crowd and discover what they respond to. Their reactions help me understand their taste and guide the musical direction of the set.
You&rsquo;re now joining NileFM as DJ of the Week. What did you want to bring to the audience through this particular set, and can listeners expect any surprises?
I wanted to bring beautiful melodies and a strong groove that pulls you into the set and makes you want to keep listening. There are also a few surprises in the mix, which I hope you&rsquo;ll enjoy discovering.
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Take us through the process of creating your NileFM set. From the first track you selected to the final version, how did the set evolve?
I started with &ldquo;Listen Woman&rdquo; by DvirNuns, a track supported by Adam Ten. I&rsquo;m a big fan of Adam Ten, especially his approach to melody. From that track, I chose another one in the same direction and started building the set naturally from there.
Was there a particular track or transition in the set that was especially challenging or exciting to put together?
Around 90% of the transitions were really enjoyable and came together naturally because the melodies worked so well together. I didn&rsquo;t have to overthink them; the right tracks made the flow feel natural.
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After years of developing your sound, what do you think has changed most between the DJ you were when you started and the DJ you are today?
Everything has evolved since 2006: my music selection, mixing, performance, stage presence and ability to read the crowd. With more experience, my choices and the way I build a musical journey have become stronger and more refined.
What&rsquo;s next for DJ Redo? Are there any new projects, collaborations, performances or musical directions you&rsquo;re particularly excited to explore?
I&rsquo;m focusing more on music production and remixes and taking that side of my career to the next level. Hopefully, you&rsquo;ll be hearing many new original tracks and remixes on my own channel under the name DJ Redoo.
Photo Credit: DJ Redo's official page

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