House music is a popular sound that dominates the current generation of sound waves. It is disco-like music often accompanied by a heavy four-to-the-floor beat that sends the audience to the dance floor. Incredibly, house music has one dynamic fan base that you can compare to your average music fans. House music enthusiasts are known to be lively, full of energy, and can party hard.
Such an audience demands a thrilling performance from any artist or DJ on the stage who can match their enthusiasm. Though there are many electronic dance music producers (EDM) and DJs, one house-music producer, LUSSO, aka Michael Vitarelli, is proving to be a force to be reckoned with in the industry. He is establishing himself as one of the prolific EDM producers and DJs commanding a massive audience.
LUSSO is a renowned personality in the New York music scene. He has served the industry with great mixes, including the In The Rough EP on Tommie Sunshine’s Brooklyn Fire Records, which reached a high number one on Beatport’s Top-100 Tech-House Releases and number 13 overall. He is also the talent behind the single “Trippin'” on Tommie Sunshine’s Brooklyn Fire Records that gained over 250,000 Spotify streams and got playlisted on Editorial Playlists Operator and Cratediggers. The track was number seven and was listed on the Label’s Top-10 Tracks on Beatport.
LUSSO is also acknowledged for his “Rude Boy” on Tough Love’s Get Twisted Records, which reached the top 25 on Beatport Genre Chart and got support from major DJs like Calvin Harris, Mark Knight, Bob Sinclair, Kryder, SIDEPIECE, and more. Track number seven also got featured on the Label’s Top-10 Tracks on Beatport. LUSSO also got himself featured in a Dakiti remix that was included on the viral XM BPM.
The sensational producer has shown a great mastery of sound, and there is no doubt he will be the next big name in the industry. LUSSO is also gaining traction on social media for his exquisite mixes that everyone finds easily resonates with them.
Though living his dream in the music industry, LUSSO also points out that it has been a tough journey to make his way to the top. He considers the EDM genre to be one of the most competitive sounds, with every player in the sector working hard to outshine any competition in their path. LUSSO singles out quality as the number one factor that sets the best apart from the rest.
“Obviously, the most important thing is quality. But once I finally had that, it was about consistency and delivery. It takes countless hours in the studio and emailing people your music. But eventually, that ONE person listens, and it gets you some recognition,” says LUSSO.
LUSSO also believes in working on your social media presence and image to get your brand out there. He terms it as essential for any artist seeking to break through into the entertainment industry. To him, it’s one of the best ways to create networks with the people that matter most in the industry.
LUSSO’s goal is to continue working to improve his craft. He plans on getting more remixes out there to increase his chances of landing gigs from some of the top clubs in New York City. You better watch out for LUSSO and start streaming his mixes and productions for a more thrilling house music experience.
