In Interview with Watky
Yorkshire born, Watky has enjoyed a career has been rapidly building momentum over the past few years. From starting as a resident DJ his local Sugar Mill Club before moving onto shows at the legendary Leeds nightclub, MiNT alongside some of the biggest house producers on the circuit including, Loco Dice, Hot Since 82, Green Velvet and Richy Ahmed.
Following a stream of successful releases for the upcoming producer, Watky has just released his breathtaking Solar EP via his own imprint, Ilicit.
Drawing on influences from his musical upbringing of his Mother’s love of motown and Soul, Watky’s unique sound has found success on labels including Twisted Fusios, Lost Audio, Deeperfect, Under No Illusion and 303 Lover. It’s no surprise he has seen props from the likes of Loco Dice, Joseph Capriati and Marco Carola. Now joining his in demand party brand’s label, Ilicit for the Solar EP, Watky is poised to deliver his biggest year yet.
In these crazy times, Tom gave us some time to explain a bit more about himself and his ILLICIT event/label brand:
