Rising star Megatronic has been making waves with her releases on London label Freerange Records and Brooklyn’s finest Razor-N-Tape. Back once again with her Brooklyn brothers who host her stunning ‘There’s Truth In Gospel EP’ (available to buy here).
On the week of the release we get a chance to talk to Meg about Lisbon, her new release and what drives her to make music.
LHM – Thank you for taking the time to talk. Where are you this moment and how are you spending today?
Megatronic – Just at home, listening to my good friend Kam’s new radio mix while enjoying the sunshine from my terrace. It’s an easy, light day for me.
Where were you born and where are you based currently?
I was born in London and I’m currently based in Lisboa.
So you’re a Londoner at heart then?
I’ll always be a Londoner at heart, but the city has changed so much.
What is it you love most about the city in which you live?
Lisboa is such an easy place to explore — so many little roads to get lost in. Every day feels like an adventure here, and the weather’s always good.
How is the health of the music scene where you are?
Portugal has a healthy music scene, though not as vibrant or busy as some other cities around the world — but things are happening. What makes it unique is how it moves from city clubs to beach parties. You can have a nice day or early evening on the beach, then end up in a warehouse until 8am all in the same night.
How is the health of the music scene generally in your opinion?
Honestly, I think the music scene needs a proper shake-up. We need to rethink how we go out and experience nightlife. Audiences are changing — people are drinking less — and I think we also need to rethink how we DJ. Everyone’s always complaining about phones on the dance floor, but like anything, if we remove the access, it’ll stop. We’re the ones who can create safer spaces on the dance floor — it’s all in our control.
This isn’t your first outing on RNT. How did you come to meet the Razor-N-Tape crew? Why did you feel the label was the right home for your release?
Actually, it’s my third! The first was a track called Luck With You on one of their compilations. Honestly, I don’t remember exactly how the connection started — I had a lot of mutual friends in NYC, and I think we probably ended up partying together at some point. But it’s grown into a really genuine relationship. The Razor-N-Tape team really care about what they put out — not just the sound, but the people behind it. They give great feedback, they support the vision, and that’s rare. When you feel that kind of encouragement, you naturally want to do your best work. It’s creative, it’s collaborative, and above all, it feels personal — and that’s important to me.
Give us an overview of your new release There’s Truth in Gospel .
In Our Soul
This was the one that kicked off the whole project — the spark. Built around a hypnotic synth bass and a gospel-inspired vocal hook, it’s a proper soulful house anthem. It’s all about that stomping, clapping, joyful energy. Fawziyya came in and absolutely nailed two powerful verses — as soon as her vocals were in, the whole track clicked into place. It’s one of those tracks that works instantly on the dancefloor, something that lifts you up while keeping your feet moving.
Something
This one started so raw — just me and Morgan clapping and stomping our feet. No fancy setup, just rhythm and joy. We recorded everything live to keep that organic energy. Ze Nigro brought in a live bass groove that gave it this incredible swing, and then we layered in live flute and trumpet solos from Domenica and Carter in New York — those parts just elevated the whole track. We almost left it instrumental, but months later the right vocal melody came out in a Lisbon session, and suddenly it had its final form. It was made across three continents, and you can feel that mix of cultures and vibes in the track.
Let’s Go to Work
This is actually the oldest track on the EP — it started back in 2023. Sometimes you’ve got to let a tune breathe and find its moment, and this one matured into something that felt really meaningful. The phrase “let’s go to work” became a kind of mantra — about pushing through the chaos, finding focus, finding peace. Daniel Winshall’s bass gave it warmth, and Aku’s vocals float through the track like thoughts — a little dreamy, a little distant. It’s groovy, but introspective.
Mother
Mother is a love letter — and maybe an apology — to the planet. It’s about our relationship with the Earth, with the universe… with the idea of a greater ‘mother’. The hook “God knows I keep on trying” was there from early on, and when Chiqo Casdi added his vocals, it came alive — raw, textured, emotional.
It’s part wake-up call, part thank-you note. It’s the emotional core of the EP, and one of the tracks I’m proudest of.
All I See (ft. Fawziyya Heart)
This one sat unfinished for a while — I had the skeleton, but it was missing that spark. Then I heard Fawziyya’s voice while working on a remix for DJ Mat Pat, and I just knew she was the missing piece. We ended up finishing the track in Morgan Wiley’s studio in Greenpoint, NYC. “All I See” is about that early stage of love when everything feels possible and full of light. It’s about being completely caught up in someone — wanting to stay in that moment just a little longer. I think it captures that feeling beautifully.
The EP is “built around the idea of a modern-day gospel congregation, reimagined through the lens of soulful, high-energy club sounds”. How did that idea come to you? How did you first become aware of gospel music and what appealed?
Gospel has always had this deep connection to early house music — that sense of uplift, of spiritual energy, of community. For me, that connection is sacred. I wanted to tap into that — not just sonically, but emotionally. I grew up listening to a lot of different music, and gospel always hit me differently — it has weight, hope, and power. Reimagining that feeling in a club context felt like the most natural thing.
And yeah, I do think a lot of producers right now are looking back to the roots — like something essential has been lost along the way. We’re trying to bring that spirit back, but in our own language.
What are some of the challenges in putting out music for you currently?
One of the biggest challenges is actually finding time to put your music out. I make a lot of music and work with so many people. Working around everyone’s schedules and timing the releases properly can be difficult sometimes.
What drives you to create music do you think?
Love and human interaction. The way we’re adapting as a species — how we treat each other, and how we treat the world around us. Music is a form of expression for me, a kind of meditation. It’s where I can truly express my emotions.
What other artists do you think are making great music right now?
Interesting question — there are so many artists out there right now across so many genres. For me, the ones that really stand out aren’t always the ones with big numbers — they’re usually closer to home. Oliver Night, who’s a good friend, just released his debut album and he’s making incredible music. He’s bringing broken bruk into a main stage setting. I also recently discovered an artist called Soia — I’m loving her voice on jazzy, housey dance beats. Such a beautiful union of sounds.
To be fair, I’m always discovering new artists every week thanks to promos and social media.
What was the last record you purchased?
The last record I bought was on a recent trip to Istanbul with my good friend Willy Soul, I got this sick re-edit of Estrelar but in Turkish by Peki Momes.
What has been a highlight of the last year for you?
Wow, there have been so many this year .. but I think my first real gig of the year was playing Circoloco DC10 opening party was pretty epic.
I saw you played recently in Manchester. How did that go?
Manchester was next level — the venue, the lineup, the crew I was rolling with… everything was perfectly curated. Plus, it was my birthday! I love playing with the KM crew — it’s always amazing energy and everyone is so sweet. Definitely big family vibes. And the Warehouse Project? Come on… that’s been on my list forever. &Me, Desiree, Rich McGuinness — mad love.
Are you playing in London soon?
Yes! I’m playing in London on November 1st at Corsica Studios with Bill Brewster for Halloween. Super excited about this one. I really respect Bill’s contribution to the music industry — he’s a true legend. I’ve also never played at Corsica before, and I hear it might be closing down, so I’m really happy I get to play there before that happens.
What can we expect next from Megatronic?
More releases. More energy. More love.
Make sure you get on the new release from Megatonic on Razor’n’Tape, available to buy here.
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