Having released on the likes of Suara, Toolroom, Defected, Ultra, Glasgow Underground and Stereo Productions, rising Italian star QUBIKO now brings his considerable talents to the shores of FLAMENCA Records, mixing the new STBAN single ‘Amor de mis Amores’.

Beautifully inspired Flamenco-Latin House with a minimal touch, ‘Amor de mis Amores’ sees STBAN sample the 80’s hit of the same name by Paco, itself a remake of Edith Piaf’s 1957 classic ‘La Foule’. With roots in the Argentine Tango and Peruvian Waltz the track’s DNA is soaked in dance; with his remix, QUBIKO brings it bang up to date for the 21st century dance floor. Matching the tango-inspired rhythms of the original with chugging bass and syncopating percussion, QUBIKO teases the production this way and that, one moment allowing the original elements to flex, the next pulling the listener into sublime electronica.

That QUBIKO has chosen to work with STBAN and the FLAMENCA Records team should come as no surprise to anyone with a finger on the pulse of dance music. As the sound of Flamenco House continues its surge around the planet, key players within the genre – including STBAN – are gaining serious hype and recognition. With previous singles attracting edits from Cuba’s PAUZA, Spain’s Crusy and now Italy’s QUBIKO, and with an almighty edit from James Hurr up next, STBAN and the FLAMENCA Records family have clearly tapped into a vein of music that’s connecting with some of dance music’s hottest talents.

We managed to catch up with the Italian talent during a break between producing his next house smash. Here’s how it went down:

EDM House Network: Tell us about your new single on FLAMENCA…

QUBIKO: This track is very special to me because it represents the balance between groove and emotion that I always try to reach in my productions. With Flamenca I had the freedom to experiment a bit more with textures and atmosphere, while still keeping that dancefloor energy. It’s a track that I feel really shows who I am as an artist right now.

EDM House Network: You’re from Italy – what’s the electronic music scene like out there right now?

QUBIKO: Italy has always had a strong tradition in electronic music, from the early house and techno movements to today’s new wave of producers. Right now, there’s a lot of energy and creativity – many young talents are emerging, and the scene is very diverse, ranging from underground clubs to more mainstream festivals. I feel proud to be part of this evolution.

EDM House Network: You’ve been on the rise for quite some time now, with releases on Defected, Toolroom, Suara and now FLAMENCA Records. What has been your career highlight so far?

QUBIKO: There are many moments I’m grateful for, but one that really stands out is playing my music in front of tens of thousands of people and seeing the crowd react instantly. Also, signing records with labels that I used to follow as a fan has been a dream come true. Each step has been important, but I still feel the best is yet to come.

EDM House Network: You regularly top the Beatport Charts – how important to your career are these electronic music charts?

QUBIKO: The charts are definitely important because they give visibility and help a track reach DJs and listeners worldwide. But for me, the real value is when I see people dancing to my music in a club, or when other DJs I respect play my tracks. That’s the strongest feedback.

EDM House Network: You DJ all over the world – what’s been the best crowd for you so far?

QUBIKO: It’s hard to choose just one, because every crowd has its own energy. But I can say that South Korea has given me some of the most emotional and passionate dancefloors I’ve ever experienced. People there live music with their heart, and you feel it immediately behind the decks.

EDM House Network: What’s more important to you – making music or DJing?

QUBIKO: They’re connected for me. Producing is where I can express my creativity, my emotions, and ideas. DJing is where I share those emotions directly with people and get that instant exchange of energy. If I had to pick one, I’d say making music comes first – because without it, I wouldn’t have a story to tell on stage.

EDM House Network: Your father is a famous saxophonist – how much influence has he had on your own music?

QUBIKO: He’s been a huge influence. Growing up, I was always surrounded by music, instruments, rehearsals. From him I learned the importance of melody, rhythm, and especially emotion in performance. Even though I chose a different path, his passion for music is something I carry in everything I do.

EDM House Network: What would you say to someone who said that DJing is not the same as playing an instrument?

QUBIKO: I would say they’re right – it’s not the same, but that doesn’t mean it’s less. DJing is an art form in itself: it’s about reading a crowd, building a journey, mixing tracks in a way that creates new emotions. Just like playing an instrument, it requires practice, sensitivity, and creativity. At the end, both are about connecting with people through music.