09/10/2026
Basel-based DJ/producer and composer Boran Ece returns to his own Son d’Étroit imprint with ‘Moonzour’, a deeply personal new single shaped by the places that have influenced him from an early age. Taking its name from the region in eastern Turkey where his family comes from, the track draws on a connection to place that sits beneath much of Ece’s creative outlook, translating something deeply rooted in his upbringing into a contemporary electronic setting. For Ece, music has always offered a way to explore the relationship between where we come from and who we become. ‘Moonzour’ follows that thread, using atmosphere, rhythm and space to evoke something less tangible than a specific memory - the feeling of being connected to a place, even when that connection is experienced through family, stories and recollection.
Q: Please introduce yourself
My name is Boran Ece. I’m a musician and DJ from Switzerland.
Q: One person you'd dream to have a coffee with?
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. I’d love to understand how he thought and what he felt. But most of all, I’d want to tell him that I come from the future and that, centuries later, people are still listening to and studying his music - and then ask him how that makes him feel.
Q: If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?
I’d like to be able to split myself in two. I think it would be fascinating to observe myself from the outside for once.
Q: If you would have been given the chance to do a film score, what movie would you choose and why?
Probably one of those martial arts movies from the 80s or 90s. I love the atmosphere and energy they had, and I think creating a score for that kind of film would be a lot of fun.
Q: Who has been the most influential in your music career? And why?
Mercan Dede. I’ve always been fascinated by the way he brings ethnic sounds and techno together. It took me many years to find the courage to bring those influences into my own music, even though they were always part of my own heritage.
Q: Tell us about your journey, what got you to where you are today?
I started DJing with vinyl, so I’ve lived through the whole transition from vinyl to digital DJing. I think experiencing all these different phases of electronic music has shaped where I am today, both as a DJ and as a musician.
Q: What’s one piece of advice you’d give to someone just starting out their career in music?
Focus on what matters now, not on what used to matter. Stay open to what’s coming next and what might be possible, but always try to remain yourself along the way.
Q: Can you recall a DJ set or performance of yours that remains unforgettable to you? Where did it take place, and what makes it stand out among all others?
I once played the opening slot at Escape in Amsterdam before the main act. I played with so much energy that afterwards I actually got told off for going too hard that early in the night. I didn’t really do it on purpose. I just remember thinking, this might be the only time I ever play here, so give it everything, Boran.
Q: How has your music style evolved over the years?
I’ve experimented with a lot of different sounds over the years, but I’ve never really moved away from that soulful, funky house influence. Somehow it has always stayed at the core of what I do.
Q: If you were to venture into another music genre, which one would you choose and why?
I’d love to make melancholic 90s hip-hop beats. There’s something about the mood and simplicity of those beats that I’ve always loved.
Q: Could you name 3 tracks that got you into electronic music and why?
1- Joris Voorn – Ringo.
The arpeggio is insane, but what really gets me is how the track develops musically. You could almost use it as a textbook example of how to build and evolve a track.
2- Maya Jane Coles – What They Say (Dyed Soundorom Remix).
Simply a piece of art. The groove, the restraint, the atmosphere. Everything sits exactly where it needs to.
3- Michelle Weeks – The Light.
That voice and the gospel influence are pure emotion for me. It shows how soulful house music can be without losing its energy on the dancefloor.
Q: Can you recommend a hidden gem in your home country that would be perfect for a rave?
Honestly, we already have it: the Street Parade in Zurich. The whole city turns into one huge celebration of electronic music, with people coming from everywhere to dance together. It’s hard to imagine a more special setting for a rave. I don’t think there’s much in the world that can top that.
Q: Could you tell us about your upcoming releases and plans for the year?
Moonzour is a personal highlight for me because it feels like the first time I’m really allowing myself to fully express where I want to go musically. After spending a lot of time in the studio, I’m also looking forward to getting back out there, playing more shows outside Switzerland and bringing this new chapter to the dancefloor.
Q: Can you share a fun fact about yourself that most of your listeners are probably unaware of?
For someone who has spent so much of his life in clubs, I almost never go to one unless I’m playing.
Boran Ece - Moonzour [Son d'Étroit]