Meet Olive3, the vibrant Afro House maestro pulsating through Miami’s electronic music scene. Olive3 infectious energy and vibrant personality leave an indelible mark on audiences.
In the heart of Miami’s electronic music scene, Olive3 continues to push boundaries, innovate, and spread the infectious rhythm of Afro House to music lovers around the world.
With each beat, he invites listeners on a journey of discovery, celebration, and connection through the universal language of music.
Were you connected with music from a young age, or anyone in particular inspired you?
My mom was a music teacher. Learned to love music from her classes. 🙂
What first kickstarted your musical career?
School parties when I was 12 years old….I was the most connected with music between my friends so they always rely on me to bring the hits to the birthday parties.
Tell us a more about your sound and how it has evolved.
Olive3 journey into the realm of electronic music began as a teenager, experimenting with turntables and synthesizers in his bedroom. Over the years, he honed his craft, perfecting his mixing techniques and developing a signature sound that seamlessly merges Afro House grooves with electronic beats. His love for music transcends boundaries, and his performances reflect a deep appreciation for cultural diversity and musical fusion.
Any words you want to share to encourage other artists and producers?
Just be YOURSELF!!! Don’t try to copy ANYONE!!!
Networking, consistency, character, approach… what and how do you initiate your industry relationships?
Definitely NETWORKING. You can grow alone, but you go higher with friends!
Is there anyone specific you’d like to thank that has helped you evolve and why?
The 02 other Djs that forms my project called NATIVOS (BR). Their name are Rodrigo Vieira and Gianni Petrarca.
Name 3 albums or labels that have inspired you the most.
GoDeeva
Enormous Tunes
Armada Music
What’s your favourite piece of studio equipment or software?
The couch! 🙂
Name your favourite club or festival in the world, and how does it makes you feel?
Ultra Miami. 300k people together in downtown Miami celebrating electronic music! That’s just AMAZING!
Name an outlandish rider request?
Watermelon bubble gum! A MUST!
Favourite clubbing memory, who or what did it involve?
My Thursday nights at BOHO House in Miami where we have our weekly residency for more than 2 years now! Amazing vibes there!
What quote represents you best?
“Music is the answer”
If you could play any venue, where would it be and why?
Green Valley in Brazil! Just the BEST club in the world!
Music is….. everything.
Life wouldn’t exist without music! Music is what drives us, inspire us, make us mad!!!!
One song you really couldn’t live without?
“Insomnia” by Faithless
Name drop your favourite tunes, artists or DJs (past or present)
Nora en Pure
What was your first music opportunity and how did it fuel your fire?
Privet parties in penthouses, boats, house parties. Being among friends supporting my sets. To a point where clubs started to noticing and inviting me to Dj.
Tell us more about your plans for the future.
Release more tracks with bigger labels, Start new collabs, expand my project NATIVOS, start touring outside the USA.
Any worldly advice you’d like to share?
Download my latest release on Beatport.
