A Family Affair: The Genesis of ‘Soundboy’
The electronic music landscape has been energized by a powerful new collaboration between Italian heavyweights Giuseppe Ottaviani and Hypaton. Their latest joint effort, “Soundboy,” is a masterclass in big-room production, meticulously engineered to dominate the massive sound systems found at global festival mainstages. Beyond the technical prowess, the track represents a poignant full-circle moment for the duo. Hypaton, a rising star in the scene, traces his professional roots back to 2015, a journey ignited by the mentorship and influence of his cousin, the legendary trance icon Giuseppe Ottaviani.
Hypaton’s ascent has been marked by a bold, genre-bending aesthetic. He first captured the industry’s attention with his innovative rework of the 90s dance anthem “Be My Lover” by La Bouche, a project that saw him collaborating with David Guetta. This success solidified his reputation as a producer capable of bridging the gap between nostalgic dance floor classics and modern, high-octane production techniques.
Road-Testing the Festival Anthem
Before its official release, “Soundboy” underwent rigorous field testing. Giuseppe Ottaviani, renowned for his high-energy “OTTAGON” live sets, has been integrating the track into his performances throughout the year to gauge crowd reactions. It is worth noting that “Ottagon” serves as more than just a live concept; it is the same name under which he explores the darker, driving textures of melodic techno and trance.
The track has already been vetted by some of the most discerning audiences in the world. From the sprawling crowds at A State of Trance in Rotterdam and the high-energy atmosphere of Dreamstate SoCal to the iconic stages of Dance Valley and the massive ASOT gathering at Legia Stadium in Poland, “Soundboy” has proven its ability to command attention. In an era where festival sets are increasingly defined by exclusive IDs and unreleased material, the strategic rollout of “Soundboy” highlights the importance of live testing in ensuring a track’s impact on the dance floor.
