Federico Scavo Interview: 35 Years Of Touring, New EP, 2026 Plans & More

Federico Scavo interview as he marks his 35th year of global touring, ‘The Glory’ EP on dance music royalty Roger Sanchez’s Stealth Records, and more. Federico Scavo is an Italian DJ and Producer who has spent the last 3 decades putting out highly sought after house music on a number of esteemed labels like Toolroom, Stealth Records, Cr2 Records, and AREA 94, whilst also travelling the world playing some of the biggest clubs and festivals there are. We caught up with Federico Scavo for an interview recently to discuss his plans for 2026, which happens to be his 35th year of touring, and his most recent EP ‘The Glory’ coming out on Stealth Records. Hey Federico, great to chat! How has 2026 started for you so far? 2026 started really strong! I have great feelings, I’m sure this year will be cool for me. What was the initial spark or idea behind your upcoming EP “The Glory”? How did it all begin? Roger Sanchez asked me for a track for his label and I immediately started thinking about what he plays in his sets but faithful to my style. The Glory contains these powerful gospel choirs and combined with a tribal groove makes this track unique. Then Chakra, which completes the EP, has a very particular Indian voice inside. Can you walk us through your production process on this EP? Do you start with drums, melody, or a concept? My productions always start from a solid idea and then everything is developed around it, from the groove to the bass and the other parts. Starting point is a concept. How does this project differ from your previous work, and did you push yourself in new ways? The sound is still my unmistakable one but the Glory EP has some ideas inside that are needed in today’s production. It’s of course released on the legendary Stealth Records – ran by dance music royalty Roger Sanchez. You guys have known each other a while am I correct? How did you first meet? I’m a huge Roger fan. I used to bring him my promo CDs to Miami conferences in the early 2000s. I owe him a lot because I really admired his style, both as a producer and a DJ. He inspired me a lot! Now it almost seems unreal to me that I’m his friend. It’s an honor for me. Do you have a favourite track on the EP, and can you tell us why it stands out for you personally? The Glory is the EP’s lead track and I think it will get the most attention. It’s the sound of the moment, while still maintaining my style. How do you feel your music connects with your fans, and does that influence how you make new tracks? Music is joy, freedom, a combination of positive emotions that I hope to always convey to my followers. Likewise, receiving so much affection from my audience, both during my performances and through messages and comments on my social media channels, inspires me to make beautiful music for them. This year you’re celebrating 35 years as a touring dj, what have been the biggest challenges along the way, and also, what have been some of your standout highlights? 35 years of DJing around the world has been fantastic. I have so many memories, the first time I played at Pacha Ibiza is one of the greatest. I can’t put into words what I felt. I’d love to count how many people I’ve made dance all over the world. When I think about it, it’s amazing. What 5 records never leave your bag? Definitely my iconic tracks that I never leave out of my sets are Strump, Pra nao dizer que nao falei das flores, Funky Nassau, Balada and Bug. To name only 5 cause there are many, many more of course. What else do you have planned for the rest of 2026, and the 35th anniversary? I have DJ sets and parties planned in exclusive locations around the world throughout 2026 but I can’t spoil anything, they will be super events. I want to thank the people who have been following me for so long! I have also a release per month so lots of new music for the whole year, it’ll be great, follow me to discover more Thanks for speaking with us in this interview Federico Scavo! Thanks for having me, I’m really pleased to be here, grazie ciao Follow Federico Scavo: INSTAGRAM / SOUNDCLOUD The post Federico Scavo Interview: 35 Years Of Touring, New EP, 2026 Plans & More appeared first on EDM House Network.