Q1. Please talk to us about your latest release ‘Catching Butterflies’ with HIDDN and the inspiration behind it. 

Catching Butterflies is my brand new track. I'm very proud of the result! The inspiration behind the topline of this song would be the Chainsmokers with a rather nonchalant and broken masculine voice, behind the drop we can find a little DJ Snake with the pitched vocals all on a moombaton rhythm and very summery Henri PFR touch haha! I created this track in Berlin almost 6 months ago now. First version of the track was very different until I recently re-opened and finalized the project with my good friend HIDDN.

 

 

Q2. How is this track special compare to other tracks you’ve released throughout the career?

It's a different genre that what I usually do. It's less electro and more pop, a slower BPM and a more latin rhythm. I usually produce songs with a kick on time and trumpets. This track is slower but much more summery vibes to me. It's a risk for me to release a track like this but I personally love to get out of my comfort zone to try new things, more mature, more sought after.

 

Q3. Can you pick 1 or 2 must plays in your recent sets and why?

Well obviously ‘catching butterflies’ and my other tracks (‘In The Mood’, ‘Until The End’,…) but if I had to pick tracks from another artist it would be the last Mike Williams or Sagan are always quality songs which stand out and are super effective live!

 

 

 

Q4. What was your first impression of Japan? What was the most surprising or impressive experience? Something within your expectation?

Coming from Belgium Japan is a real culture shock which is what I love. 

I grew up in a quiet city in a small town so imagine my face looking at all the lights and huge LED screens in Shibuya, Tokyo. I’m also a video game fan, so to me Japan has always been the place where it all began and for this reason is a mythical place. Finally, I must say that Yakitori, Ramen and of course Sushi are on my top list of favourite food ever. 

 

Q5. Any exciting new projects coming up that you can share with us?

Loooots, I’m touring the whole summer playing at great festivals, including Tomorrowland where I’m playing on the mainstage again but this time in the evening. I’m so nervous and impatient for this one! I’m also busy finalizing new tracks and new remixes for ‘Catching Butterflies’. I have also recently started a weekly radio show and also the DJ Mag Campaign is about to begin so this is also very exciting :)

 

Q6. Please leave a message for your fans in Japan.

I really hope that you will like my new track, my style and my sounds. I invite you to listen my other tracks and also to give me your feedback by sending a message on Instagram or Facebook (@HenriPFR) I try to answer as much as possible. Can’t wait to play in your beautiful country and I hope with all my heart that my world will please you! And if you like it you can always vote for me for the TOP100 DJ Mag :)

 

 

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