Future Frequencies

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Future Frequencies is your deep-dive dance music podcast where Christian Neo sits down with DJs and producers and everyone in-between to unpack the stories behind the sounds. From trance, hard trance, techno, and all the harder sounds in-between, to the scenes, tracks, tech, personality, parties and turning points that shaped them. Expect fun, unfiltered banter, real production talk, and plenty of nostalgia… with a strong focus on what’s next.

Episodes

  1. Nov 1

    Future Frequencies Episode 4 - Tommy Pulse - Where Has Tommy Pulse Been and Is Techno EDM?

    Christian Neo (Neo) sits down with Dutch hard dance legend Tommy Pulse (Bas), the producer behind Creep, The Answer, Walhalla and No Alternative (as RBA), for a candid look back at a career that spans hardcore, hard trance and hardstyle. From a Commodore 64 tracker scene to ID&T, Purple Eye and Stealth Industries, Tommy shares the highs of touring the world, the personal setbacks that pulled him away from the industry, and why the music kept calling him back. Plus: his new album, a Mental Theo collab, and a big announcement of Dutch parties for 2027. In this episode Growing up in Amsterdam: a Commodore 64, cracked games and the intros that hooked him on electronic musicHis first rave (Ghost Town, Utrecht) and the move from hip hop to hardcoreEarly gear and workflow: Ensoniq ASR-10, Atari ST and Cubase, plus samples from Interface magazine CDsLanding an ID&T deal at 17/18 and dropping out of aeronautical engineering to make musicThe original No Alternative vs the Brooklyn Bounce mix everyone knowsHow the name Tommy Pulse came about (the Waldorf Pulse synth)Joining Sebastiaan Hof's Third Movement and launching Stealth IndustriesTour stories: Home in Sydney, a Cairns casino hotel, and a Malmö-to-Iceland party cruise straight into an Australian tourStepping back from the scene, and why the music keeps pulling him backGetting his catalogue rights back after 10 years: remasters and re-releasesThe new Tommy Pulse sound: faster, old-school reverse and stuttering basses, shorter track structuresWhy he built his own VST plugin and wouldn't do it againWorking a part-time train driving job while finishing an albumPhones on the dance floor: has the scene changed from music to being seen?Collab with Mental Theo and two Dutch parties planned for 2027Hard techno, melodic techno and "everything is EDM": the genre-naming debateTommy teases his new "EDM" album Link to Future Frequencies Socials https://link.content360.io/FutureFreq... About the Guest & Host Tommy Pulse (Bas) Tommy Pulse is an Amsterdam-based producer and DJ whose dense, "wall of sound" productions have shaped hard trance and hardstyle for over two decades. Known for tracks like Creep, The Answer and Walhalla, and for No Alternative under his RBA alias, he now runs his own Stealth Industries catalogue and is finishing a new album. Your Host: DJ Neo (Christian Neo) DJ Neo (Christian Neo) is an Australian DJ, promoter, and podcaster with deep roots in hard trance, rave, and harder dance music scene, known for high-energy sets that bridge classic anthems with modern, driving sounds. His style is defined by powerful pacing, elevated BPMs, and an instinctive understanding of dancefloor flow shaped by decades in the scene. Beyond DJing, he is the force behind curated events Digital Skies and podcast conversations that spotlight artists, culture, and the evolving hard dance landscape, connecting legacy influences with the next generation. Enjoy the Episode? If you enjoyed this one, like, subscribe, and comment: Which Tommy Pulse track is your all-time favourite?

  2. Mar 30

    25 Years in Dance Music… Here’s What Changed | Technikal Interview

    In this episode of Future Frequencies, Christian Neo sits down with Alfie Bamford, better known as Technikal / Technikore, for a deep dive into his journey through hard trance, hardcore, music production, DJ culture, and the changing realities of the electronic music scene. Alfie reflects on his early days discovering music production, getting signed young, and building a career before most people even knew what they wanted to do with their lives. The conversation moves through the history of Tranzlation, the origins of Technikore, his relationship with artists like Hixxy, Guyver, and Steve Hill, and how his sound evolved across different eras of dance music. They also explore Alfie’s new trance label Kolours, why he has fallen back in love with simpler, more distinctive trance production, and what he thinks about modern trends like short-form tracks, TikTok-driven music, and attention-span culture in dance music.

    25 Years in Dance Music… Here’s What Changed | Technikal Interview

  3. Mar 1

    Future Frequencies Ep2 - The Journey of a DJ: Davor's Musical Evolution to the World Stage

    In the latest episode of Future Frequencies we have an engaging conversation with DJ and producer Davor as he shares his journey in the music industry, discussing his evolution as an artist, the changing landscape of trance music, and the importance of authenticity and emotion in music production. He emphasizes the significance of discipline, collaboration, and sound design while navigating the challenges of the music scene. Davor also reflects on the balance between quality and cheesiness in music, offering insights into his creative process and future aspirations. In this engaging conversation, Davor and Christian explore the intricacies of music production, the art of sampling, and the evolution of vocal trance. They discuss their musical influences beyond dance music, share guilty pleasures, and delve into the importance of crate digging for hidden gems. The duo reflects on the changing landscape of DJing, the challenges of standing out in a saturated market, and their personal goals and aspirations in the music industry.

    Future Frequencies Ep2 - The Journey of a DJ: Davor's Musical Evolution to the World Stage

  4. Jan 19

    Future Frequencies Ep1 - Is Hard Trance Really Back? | Mindflux & TrickyDJ

    Hard Trance is back — but not everyone agrees on what that really means. In this episode of Future Frequencies, Christian Neo is joined by Mindflux and TrickyDJ for a deep, honest conversation about the past, present, and future of hard trance. From classic influences and nostalgia to modern production techniques, rising BPMs, techno crossover, and the role of social media in shaping today’s dance music scene, nothing is off-limits.

    Future Frequencies Ep1 - Is Hard Trance Really Back? | Mindflux & TrickyDJ
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About

Future Frequencies is your deep-dive dance music podcast where Christian Neo sits down with DJs and producers and everyone in-between to unpack the stories behind the sounds. From trance, hard trance, techno, and all the harder sounds in-between, to the scenes, tracks, tech, personality, parties and turning points that shaped them. Expect fun, unfiltered banter, real production talk, and plenty of nostalgia… with a strong focus on what’s next.

Information

  • Creator
    Christian
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Christian
  • Show Website
    Future Frequencies