Many artists claim to be dedicated to their craft, but Sonny Symes takes it to a whole new level. The Hastings UK based producer, DJ, promoter, label owner, radio host, and teacher has been grinding away for years. Better known by his moniker Melinki, his résumé is quite remarkable. As a DJ, he’s won Valve and Hospitality DJ competitions. As a producer, his work has been highlighted by DJ Target, Mistajam, Noisia, and Rene LaVice. In his hometown, he operates his own music school STL Studios and the record label 4 Corners Music.
Melinki’s latest EP with cohort Demure was received with remarkable fanfare. The release hit #2 on Beatport D&B releases and the title track hit #16 on Beatport’s over all top 100. A testament to his versatility, each of the four tracks brought a completely different flavor. So, just where does he draw his inspiration from for his vast array of musical talent? We caught up with the ever-smiling Melinki to learn a bit about his influences for the 11th part of our series.
Check out the Dancehall Sound EP: www.fanlink.to/dhs