With a growing global fanbase, a sold-out show at KOKO, and a reputation for boundary-pushing pop-up sets, Louis Bekk is one of the most exciting new names making waves across the electronic scene. Now, with the release of his debut single “All I Need” on [PIAS] Électronique, the French artist steps confidently into his next chapter, not just as a DJ, but as a vocalist, producer, and live performer. We caught up with Louis to talk about creative freedom, building community, and the raw emotion behind his first official release.

Hey Louis, thanks for taking the time to chat with us! You’ve just released your debut single “All I Need” on [PIAS] Électronique, a huge milestone. How does it feel to officially step into the world as not just a DJ, but a producer and recording artist?

Thank you for receiving me!! It feels really amazing, especially coming from music production. It’s really cool to finally be able to show a new side of the project, the most authentic one actually!

What inspired this track, and how did it come together creatively?

I think that it really was about mixing my core influences – House, classical music and UKG – while proposing something very new, and very raw. The lyrics are very simple and the piano has been recorded with a phone in my studio. We recorded every electronic instrument with Tom Stafford using modular synthesis and other hardware, which gives these very unique sounds.

You feature your own vocals in this track, was that always the plan, or something that evolved naturally?

Absolutely! Gaining recognition for my live performances has been a great opportunity to build a strong fanbase, but at my core, I’m a musician and songwriter—so it was really important for me to be involved in every part of the creative process. I’ll probably release songs with other singers in the future, but my main focus is to sing on any track where my voice feels like the right fit.

What does signing to [PIAS] Électronique mean to you at this point in your journey?

The project was always meant to be positioned as an outsider—an independent endeavor. It was hard for me to imagine starting out with a major label, and PIAS felt much more aligned with our values and positioning.

You’ve built your fanbase entirely organically, what do you think resonates so deeply with people? With such a strong community, how do you keep things feeling intimate, even as the crowds grow?

I think it all comes down to the intention behind everything we put out—whether it’s a live show, new music, or merch. This project was never about chasing TikTok trends or simply gathering followers. It’s more like a family, where you know that regardless of your social or financial background, your skin color, or your religion, you’ll be welcomed, you’ll dance, and you’ll remember this experience for a long time. I try to always keep it as chill and inclusive as possible, no matter the size of the concert.

Do you build tracks with your pop-up sets in mind, or does the creative process come from a different space?

That’s a great question! I think the pop-up sets really helped me understand how to build tension and energy within a track—but in the long run, my goal is to strengthen the live experience with more piano and synths on stage. In that sense, I just try to make music that sounds different, gets my people dancing, and ideally pushes the culture a little bit forward.

What have been some key moments where you realised your movement was really taking off?

I actually remember one pop-up where we arrived two hours early to set up the equipment, and there was already a massive queue outside. It was totally unexpected—we even had to call some extra friends to help us clear out the store because it was packed, haha! Selling out KOKO London in just a few days was also a really humbling experience. It’s the kind of moment that motivates you to keep going. I truly believe that building an authentic community is one of the most beautiful things an artist can do.

If you could collaborate with any artist right now, producer or vocalist, who would it be and why?

I think I’d go for some indie artists like Frank Ocean, M83, Justice, or RÜFÜS DU SOL—not just because they’re incredible artists, but also because I feel I could learn so much from them, which is really important at this early stage of my career. 

Artists like Tame Impala or Fred Again are also very interesting in their way to mix different influences without caring too much about the norms. I love navigating between the DJ world and the more live/pop music space, and I hope to help build a stronger bridge between those two beautiful worlds.

What’s one thing you hope people feel or take away when they hear “All I Need” for the first time?

It’s a song I imagined working in multiple situations, and I hope people will experience it that way. It captures the feeling of loneliness that many people who come to my events can relate to—but it also carries the electricity of our shows. It’s just as fitting for a solo walk with your dog as it is for a taxi ride on your way to the club, haha.

What can fans expect from your upcoming releases? Any exciting things in the pipeline?

I want to be able to surprise them. We never did things by the rules and it wouldn’t be authentic if we were leaning on trendy genres that aren’t aligned with “who I am”. We have some very interesting collaborations with rappers, singers and producers from different styles, and I am very excited to share it with everyone. 

Overall, there will be the same emotions, the same sounds and hopefully the same energy!