Ondrej Ricica aka Tvyks is one of those rare personalities in the Czech music scene, that in spite being around from the embryonic states of the Czech dance music in the early nineties, has managed to evolve and constantly discover new music in his DJ sets.

An accomplished DJ, producer, promoter and graphic designer, Tvyks, who moved to Berlin a few years ago, has the enviable position of being able to reflect upon the past, whilst keeping an eye on the future. Aside from his more bass-heavy moniker, he also has a new side project L?ON P?RD for house and nu-disco. Even though he is a happy resident of the German capital, he still keeps ties to his motherland. His next party at the Prague club Roxy will host Ed Banger‘s boss Busy P on December 10th.

Favourite part of the day to create?
Night is the best to do stuff. No one disturbes me and I can better concentrate. Not sure if my neighbours like it.

Method or madness?
Madness hand in hand with intuition.

Most influential person?
All the influence in the world can’t be held by a single person. I’m inspired anywhere and by anyone.

First musical love?
I guess early Beatles, Deep Purple and David Bowie from my father’s collection when I was a kid.

Last musical love?
Really glad for what is happening these days. Big love for Canblaster, Nguzunguzu, Sinjin Hawke, Dubbel Dutch, Clicks & Whistles, Brenmar or TEED to name a few.

One thing you cannot live with out?
Air.

One thing you would live without if you could?
Money.

Favourite instrument?
I fell in love with the iPad. My hands are on Animoog, Sunrizer, DM1 or Addictive Synth. It’s so much fun!

Eureka moment?
Ain’t easy to describe by words. Happened too many times. Thanks for that.

Secret tip?
Listen to your heart.

A place to create?
My room. I wish, I could record somewhere in a forest or on the beach. At least there are so many parks around, if I need a break.

Published December 06, 2011.