The 20 year-old Portugal-based producer Roulet aka Tiago Trole has burst onto the dance music scene with his energetic electro beats with kuduro rhythms. Catching the attention of foul-mouthed 140bpm loving Buraka Som Sistema from Angola, he had his remix featured in their Fabric Live mix compilation and now the young maverick speaks to Dazed before he releases his single 'Kitamanda' on Enchufada featuring remixes from Girl Unit, J-WOW and Mr Gasparov.
 
Q & A

WHAT’S…

 …so special about you, then?
I’m not sure. I’m just a regular person, not so special… however, I hope that the sounds I make show some of the crazy thoughts I have sometimes. Those crazy thoughts tend to create melodies that make people want to dance.

 … your worst vice?
 I'm always listening to music!

 …the story behind your name?
 I was trying to find something arty, but couldn't come up with anything. So this friend of mine said why I don’t play with my last name – Trole. I switched some letters, added the U and Roulet came out. As simple as that… it even sounds a bit French.

 …your worst fashion secret?
 I wear pyjamas under my jeans... But I only do it in the winter!

 …your favourite website?
 MySpace, for sure! That’s where I can satisfy my music addiction. Whenever I want to hear other artists' news, I think this is still the place to come.

 …do you eat for breakfast?
 I drink chocolate milk alongside bread and butter. Sometimes I also have Trotters. The best cereal in the world!

 …at the top of your shit list?
 Bad politics!

 …are you listening to now?
Stimming: great minimal techno/house
Congorock: crazy crazy house
Jean Elan: spectacular house/club
Zeds Dead: progressive dubstep, crazy too

How would you describe your work?
Influenced by the music I hear and by stuff I see and hear in my daily routine. The music I produce has a lot to do with my humour. Sometimes it comes out aggressive (stress made music). Sometimes it comes out happier and makes people jump and have a good time. I produce in several styles, like Kuduro, House, Techno, Dubstep and some crazy stuff, kind of calm Hip Hop… I tend to work the more 'nervous' styles when I’m feeling really electric, so they reflect that state of mind. The slower tracks are made to chill… So far I’ve learned a lot regarding electronic music and I hope to learn more. A lot more!