Priyank Shah, the Gujarat-born, London-based producer and mix engineer, is igniting dance floors with his latest single, Jealous, released on September 19th, 2025. This dance-pop and EDM track is a masterful blend of modern energy and nostalgic 80s and 90s synth-pop, showcasing Shah’s signature edge and meticulous production. We spoke with him about his musical upbringing, clubbing memories and approaching industry connections.
Introduce yourself in one paragraph:
I’m a music producer, composer, and sound engineer, originally from India and now based in the vibrant music scene of London. My journey in music started with classical training, and now, after honing my skills at Point Blank Music School, I create music that lives at the intersection of my influences. My sound is a fusion of high-energy dance-pop, cinematic soundscapes, and the emotive core of my classical background, all aimed at creating something that feels both euphoric and deeply personal.
Were you connected with music from a young age, or anyone in particular inspired you?
Yes, music has been a part of my life since I was five years old, when I was a lead singer in school and began my training in classical music. I was immersed in that world until my teens, but then a huge shift happened. I discovered electronic music through artists like Hardwell and Alesso, and the energy of Tomorrowland completely captivated me. For a couple of years, I was obsessed with that sound, but the real lightbulb moment came when I discovered KSHMR. He was fusing classical and world music elements into his electronic tracks, and it was a revelation. It gave me the blueprint to take my own classical skills and merge them with the electronic energy I’d fallen in love with.
What first kickstarted your musical career?
The definitive kickstart was moving to London to study at Point Blank. While I’d been producing for years, that was the moment I committed 100% to making this my life. It was a huge leap of faith. The real confirmation that I was on the right path came with the release of my recent single, Jealous. Seeing it get picked up by blogs and connect with listeners was the spark that turned this dream into a tangible reality.
Tell us more about your sound and how it has evolved.
My sound started with a love for pure, high-energy EDM, but my evolution as an artist has been all about fusion. After being inspired by KSHMR, I dedicated myself to weaving my classical music knowledge into my productions. Over time, that practice has helped me develop a signature sound — certain melodic structures or atmospheric layers that people can identify as mine. In 2019, I started getting heavily into cinematic music, which added another layer. I created a whole series of unreleased tracks that sound like movie scores but are fused with dance beats. Now, while my main genres are EDM, dance-pop, country, and pop, that cinematic and classical DNA is in everything I make.
Any words you want to share to encourage other artists and producers?
Your unique history is your greatest strength. Don’t run from it. Whether it’s the music you grew up with or skills you think are unrelated, find a way to bring them into your art. The world doesn’t need another copy; it needs your unique fusion of influences. That’s how you build a sound that is truly your own.
Networking, consistency, character, approach… what and how do you initiate your industry relationships?
It all starts with genuine respect for the craft. I’ll reach out to another artist or a blog because I genuinely love what they do. Consistency is also vital; regularly releasing music shows you’re committed. I also think it’s important to have a professional public image. I’m lucky to have my collaborator, Sujan, who handles my socials, album art, and video content. His work allows me to focus on the music while ensuring our overall brand looks and feels professional, which makes initiating those relationships much easier.
Is there anyone specific you’d like to thank that has helped you evolve and why?
Professionally, I owe a huge debt to my tutors at Point Blank and my collaborator, Sujan, who handles the entire visual side of my project. But on a much deeper, personal level, my real strength comes from my family. I have to thank my mother, my two sisters, and my late father. We lost my father to COVID in 2020, and it was an incredibly tough time for all of us. In the midst of all that, it was my family who motivated me not to give up on my dream of music. My two sisters are the real heroes; they promised to take care of everything back home in India, looking after our mother and the family business. Their unwavering support and sacrifice are the only reason I was able to make the move to London and be where I am today. I owe everything to them.
Name 3 albums or labels that have inspired you the most.
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Hardwell – United We Are: A masterclass in festival energy and clean, powerful production that shaped my early EDM approach. 
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KSHMR – Harmonica Andromeda: Pure storytelling through world instruments and cinematic textures. 
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KSHMR – The Lion Across The Field: Felt like a movie score and proved that dance music can be deeply narrative and orchestral. 
What’s your favourite piece of studio equipment or software?
I’m fluent in a few DAWs like Pro Tools, Ableton, Logic, and FL Studio, so I use whatever is best for the job. But my real creative power comes from my go-to plugins. My essentials are Kontakt (with its cinematic and classical libraries), Serum for sound design, and U-he Diva for rich, analogue warmth. Omnisphere, Nexus, Massive, and Analog Lab 5 are also staples in my toolkit.
Name your favourite club or festival in the world, and how does it make you feel?
While Printworks in London was awe-inspiring, the festival that started it all for me was Tomorrowland. Seeing it online for the first time made me fall in love with this culture. It feels like the entire world uniting in one place purely for the love of music. The energy and sense of belonging are just on another level.
Name an outlandish rider request.
I’m still at the point where a working monitor speaker and a bottle of water are a win! But if I could ask for anything, it would be a specific brand of incredibly spicy chips from my hometown in India that you just can’t find anywhere else.
Favourite clubbing memory — who or what did it involve?
I have two that stand out. The first was seeing Hardwell at Tomorrowland for the first time; the sheer power and spectacle confirmed this was the world I wanted to be part of. But an equally profound memory was seeing KSHMR at Sunburn Festival. He performed with a full-blown orchestra, showing how traditional and classical music could make a massive impact at a festival. That validated my own artistic path — the fusion I was chasing in the studio could connect with people on the biggest stage imaginable.
What quote represents you best?
The Sanskrit phrase “Nada Brahma” (नाद ब्रह्म). It translates to “Sound is the Universe” or “Sound is Divine.” This quote is everything to me. It speaks to that indescribable, goosebumps-on-your-skin feeling I get when a melody and a beat lock in perfectly. It reminds me that music isn’t just notes and frequencies; it’s a connection to our deepest roots and to something universal. That’s the feeling I chase every time I’m in the studio.
If you could play any venue, where would it be and why?
The mainstage at Tomorrowland — without a doubt. That festival is the reason I started this journey. To stand on that stage and share my own fusion of sounds with that global audience would bring my entire story full circle. It’s the ultimate dream.
Music is…
For me, music is “Sangeet” (संगीत). In Sanskrit, it doesn’t just mean music — it encompasses the complete art form: singing, instruments, and dance. It’s a holistic experience. But on a deeper, spiritual level, music is “Nada Brahma” (नाद ब्रह्म) — “Sound is Divine.” That’s not just philosophy for me; it’s a feeling I’ve chased my whole life. Whether I was five years old learning classical vocals or now designing synths for a new track, that divine vibration is the same. Music is the bridge between my classical Indian roots and my modern electronic vision. It’s how I connect my past to my present and share that goosebump-inducing feeling with the world.
One song you really couldn’t live without?
This might sound a bit cheeky, but if I had to pick one of my own, it would be Light. I poured so much of my journey and sound into that track — it’s incredibly personal. But if we’re talking about a song that shaped me as a producer, it has to be Jungle Whistle by KSHMR. The energy and fusion of sounds in that track are timeless inspiration.
Name drop your favourite tunes, artists or DJs (past or present).
Inspirations: Hardwell, Alesso, and KSHMR.
All-time legend: Skrillex.
Currently loving: Fred again.. and Bicep.
What was your first music opportunity and how did it fuel your fire?
The first big moment of validation was when my school, Point Blank, chose my track I’m Not Weak for their official Release Radar playlist. Getting that stamp of approval from an institution I respect so much, full of people whose opinions I value, was an incredible boost. It showed me that the sound I was crafting reson




