Certainly no stranger to popping up on the pages here at TSS in addition to having himself a monster 2023 celebrating over a decade of releasing music under the name, Whales has finally unleashed his colossal Two Worlds Apart and this bass behemoth was well worth the wait!

Showcasing his versatility throughout his 17-track sophomore album, the Israeli bass enthusiast adds to his ever-growing arsenal with a hard-hitting musical journey which taps into the many influences that made him into the producer he is today.

“For over a decade, I never really made a project that captured my musical essence, reflecting my roots, influences, and my evolution across genres like dubstep, hip-hop, and rock. I struggled with branding and trying to find the right balance between my two musical worlds. Finally, last year, “Aqua” for my heavier music and “Soul” for my melodic side were born. These personas, represented visually by two whales with distinct tales, not only strengthened my fan community, but also crafted a musical universe. After a year of rolling with these identities, I knew it was time to showcase something bigger than ever before — to show both sides of me and tell the story to the max. The inspiration for the project draws from the unique boundary where the Pacific and Atlantic oceans collide, but don’t mix. I’ve always imagined my music in that way, making this natural phenomenon the perfect fit for this project, ” Whales explains.

Still buzzing off the recent release of his highly-anticipated sophomore album, we took the time to chat with Whales. Check it out below!

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TSS: You’ve been a part of this music-making scene for a decade now – what are some changes you’ve noticed over the years?

Whales: I think everything changed. We used to use more community-based sites like Myspace and Soundcloud, and social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook. To now, using streaming platforms and social media that usually won’t show content to your own followers, but instead to a bunch of random people. I miss the direct communication we had with an audience, it felt like a unified community. Even though the potential reach for music is at an all time high, I still miss my community. I really value people who support me and people who enjoy my music, and hope that in the future there will be a better way to interact with them!

TSS: How has the bass music scene, specifically, changed since you first emerged onto the scene?

Whales: I think that it used to be a lot more label based, or “group” based. It was very hard to create the sound design dubstep required back then, so it was a way more unique thing to find an artist that you like. These days, I can scroll 30 min on SoundCloud and find insane talent quick and easy. I guess it is a blessing and a curse, but I am so happy the scene is growing and that so many new people are coming in and getting exposed to bass music! I’m excited to see where we get with it, but it seems like it’s the strongest it’s ever been. All thanks to the community!

TSS: What is it that made you fall in love with bass music?

Whales: I guess there is such a big sense of energy in the genre, so much flow, it’s so hard hitting and as a very calm person, it’s like a gateway to get this energy out. Nothing can replace the euphoria I feel playing a show and seeing so many people rage together with me.

TSS: How would you say your sound has evolved since the earliest stages of your career?

Whales: I think after 15 years of making music I improved a lot on the technical side, but also I think that growing up as a person, I became way more minimalistic and simple. If I wanted to have all the sounds and craziness back then, today I might go for a good flow and some pleasant synths. I worked a lot to develop my sound identity and make sure my sound leaves some sort of legacy on the scene, still working on it!

TSS: What would you say has been the key to success and longevity?

Whales: I could not live one day without doing this. Even when things didn’t go as planned, even when it felt like it was the end, I always kept creating and giving all of myself to it. Adapting to new trends, never stop learning and trying new things, being a part of the scene, and knowing that I’m here forever. I could never leave. I’m having so much fun and people can sense it.

TSS: What does your studio setup look like these days?

Whales: My studio is one of my biggest prides, not going to lie, for me, a good workspace is key. I want to feel like I’m in a place I never want to live when I create, and over the years I created the perfect studio for myself and I couldn’t be more proud of my little kingdom. Has the best sound and feeling I could dream of.

TSS: You seem to be always pumping out new music more often than not. Where do you find inspiration?

Whales: I think it’s a point in my life that I just create so much, that inspiration isn’t something I look for. I can shower and my brain will spark an idea out of nowhere, whether it’s for a song, artwork, or the project in general. When you work on the creative side of your brain long enough, things just happen naturally. It’s like every other muscle.

TSS: When you have a rough week or hit a wall creatively, how do you get back on track?

Whales: I don’t push it, sometimes I won’t make music for 2 weeks, sometimes I will make 20 tracks a day. It has to be real for me to enjoy it and make something that has soul. It is ok to feel stuck and take a break, it will only re-charge you more.

TSS: Tell us about your final album single, “Beyond” with Fytch and how it came together.

Whales: I’ve been a huge fan of Fytch for over a decade. I can still remember being 14 years old, completely blown away by his song “In These Shadows”. His musical skills and the way he crafts his harmonies in songs really stuck with me and inspired me. I followed his music for years until we eventually became friends. I wasted no time telling him how much I’d love to collaborate, but I never had a song that felt worthy of sending him until one magical day. It was 4 am, and I found myself alone in the studio with no distractions—no phone, no music, no lights. Out of nowhere, I started humming the guitar melody and then the lead in the drop. I quickly recorded a voice note of it and by 6 am, I had most of the idea figured out. I even named the demo “6am”. From the moment I started working on it, I knew Fytch was the perfect match. It had that emotional depth I knew he could take to the next level. So, I sent him the demo without hesitation. He liked it, but due to some other commitments, he couldn’t work on it for almost a year. Since the album is all about my roots, musical influences, and inspirations, it just felt right to have Fytch involved.

TSS: You’ve always been open to collaboration with other artists. Why do you choose to go that route as a producer?

Whales: I think that sometimes the things I would usually do, a different artist won’t think about and it works the other way. Having another creative brain to work on a piece together, can open so many worlds to both sides. It’s so much fun and in general creating something with people and being all excited about it together, it’s like gaming with “the boys” for most people.

TSS: What would you say is your favorite track of the album and why?

Whales: I think “Don’t Want You To Go”, “Beyond”, “Old Me” and “Lost Control” never fail to give me goosebumps haha. So I guess those!

TSS: With Two Worlds Apart out now, is there anything else Whales has planned for the remainder of 2023 and beyond?

Whales: ALBUM! TOUR! MERCH! FUN! I’m so excited for everybody to see the scale of how much we put into this project. I’m grateful for my whole team for making it happen- it’s the biggest project I’ve done to date and I could not be more excited and proud.

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