It’s always a treat when we’re able to help welcome a newer name into the dance music scene, and it’s even better when that new artist, already, has quite a pedigree.

Orsa Minor has just debuted with his “Body of Works” EP, a four-tracker that’s as nostalgic as it is refined. Expert synthwork and gritty percussion coalesce perfectly to create a deep house package that sounds like it’s coming from a producer that’s already been in the game for years.

And, that’s actually the truth. Orsa Minor is the new alias of an already prolific deep house producer who’s requested that we keep his identity a secret – in fact, we were never told exactly who he is! All we know is that Orsa Minor, whoever he is, knows what he’s doing.

We wanted to sit down with Orsa Minor to not only celebrate his debut EP, but also to figure out why he decided to start this new project. So, take a listen to “Body of Works”, and read on!

Thanks for joining us! How are you today?

Hey! I am so great. Thank you for inviting me over.

Congratulations on releasing your debut EP! Can you talk us through the release?

Thank you. This has been building for some time now; over a year or so. I have been experimenting with my new sound, and I have a big love for drawn out synth lines and pads and bass, so I made an EP that comes from the heart and mind.

It’s meaningful in many ways to keep my mind safe from all that’s going on this world at the moment. Music is a healer and can be very powerful for the soul, and that’s why I am on this new path. It seems to be hitting the spot as the feedback for this has been amazing so far.

We hear that you’re already a prolific deep house producer under a different name, and “Orsa Minor” is your new mysterious alias. What’s the inspiration behind the new project and why did you feel the need for another alias?

Well, this would be a difficult one to answer, as I would not want to give it away! But, let’s just say it’s been a long time coming for me to release some new material, and to also release it through my own label “Minor Sounds” which allows me to be more experimental with the “Orsa Minor” sound.

For those who are just discovering your first release, what do you hope they feel when they listen?

I hope they get what I am trying to create. To try and take the listener on a journey through time and space, searching for another place – that’s actually a lyric from one of my upcoming EPs.

On a serious note, I just want you all to get out of the music what you want. As I mentioned on the last question, It’s from the heart and soul. I am not copying others or following a trend, I am just trying to create deep and meaningful house music.

How has your sound evolved as you’ve grown into your new project?

I think this new sound has evolved massively. I have taken all my years of releasing music and working in the industry to realize you don’t need to be pigeon holed with your sound. I feel my new sound is more accomplished and self releasing is allowing me to be much more creative and in control of what I do.

Did you use any notable gear or plugins to produce the EP?

Gear – what’s that? Only joking, but I will say my gear days are long gone. All those cables and wiring and routing stuff is a headache for me now, and plugins are so good these days you can create the right sound just as good.

Here are few of my main go to plugins:

  • Arturia synths – Sem / Jupiter 8 / Modular V.
  • The TAL-U-NO-LX-V2.
  • Most Soundtoys stuff.
  • Also love the Rob Papen synths, Predator / Albino.
  • The Korg Legacy M1 is definitely a go to on most productions. It allows you to still dig deep and find and create sounds that others don’t find.

What key piece of experience from your other projects are you taking on board for your new journey?

To not worry what others think. Those that get it will get it and that’s enough for me. Just go with the flow and create that journey for others to come on with me.

Give us 3 other artists that have helped inspire your sound.

Very difficult to choose, as there have been so many, but here are 3 that definitely have helped:

  • The Timewriter: For his way of creating space and atmosphere in his tracks. He is really underrated, I think. His sound is original and still nothing like what most people are releasing these days.
  • Vince Watson: For the way he takes you on a journey with his live sound, going from deep house to straight up techno. No one touches Vince with what he can create on the fly. His live shows are amazing, and for an artist to release album after album and always be current, that’s a credit in itself.
  • Pepe Bradock: I had to mention him due to the great classic of “Deep Burnt” (plus many other deep gems). We can all say that we have taken inspiration from his amazing work on this track. If you don’t know, you need to know.  

What’s one of the biggest sacrifices you’ve made to stay committed to your music?

Late nights – not getting enough sleep. Also, not going out and getting to see other artists enough.

Finally, what does the rest of 2025 hold for you?

I have 2 more EPs already lined up for release this year. I want each release to have some space and let it work their magic and allow the listener to hopefully enjoy the sound and feel the journey I am trying to take them on.

Stream “Body of Works” here.

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