05/06/2025
Born in the 90s, Tim was cradled between house music & hip hop. He started Deejaying early on, chaining his first vinyls and getting the people to dance. He eagerly wanted to play his own tracks and decided to start composing.
When it comes to producing music, he cant be put into one stereotypical sound, and this is evident with his releases on CUFF, Defected & King Street Nyc. His sound is particularly bassy, between deep house & tech house with some hip hop influences. Consistently in the studio daily searching for new sounds to make people dance, Tim Baresko already played in Belgium, UK, Italy, Turquie, Germany, Ukraine, Spain, Russia, U.S.A, Brasil and obviously in France, where he resides. He is slowly taking this scene by storm with his individual and unique sound.
Q: Please introduce yourself
I’m Tim Baresko, French DJ and producer, raised by house music, all about grooves that make you move. Currently based in Brazil.
Q: One person you'd dream to have a coffee with?
Zidane, for sure. I grew up watching him, he’s a legend, not just only for his talent but for his calm, focused energy. I have some many questions for him, haha. I’d love to hear too how he handled pressure and leads a team. I think there’s a lot to learn from that mindset.
Q: If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?
I’d pick teleportation, no doubt. Imagine finishing a gig in the US and being back in France five minutes later. No flights, no delays, just vibes. it would change the touring game completely.
Q: If you would have been given the chance to do a film score, what movie would you choose and why?
Something totally opposite from my world, maybe a Tarantino movie. Imagine putting some groovy tech-house under a slow-motion fight scene, it could be fun to flip expectations.
Q: Who has been the most influential in your music career? And why?
I’d say Shiba San had a big influence early on. He was one of the first to really blend that raw bass sound with proper groove, it opened my mind to what house could be. Working with him later made it come full circle.
Q: Tell us about your journey, what got you to where you are today?
I started DJing in Lille, mostly local gigs, just chasing that feeling of making people move. I was producing tracks on the side, learning everything by doing, messing up, and trying again. My first releases caught some attention, especially with CUFF, and from there it slowly grew. Then I started to tour all around, new energy, new inspiration. It wasn’t always smooth, but I tried to keep working, trusting the process, and staying true to my sound.
Q: What’s one piece of advice you’d give to someone just starting out their career in music?
Don’t chase trends. Build your own sound, stay humble, and surround yourself with good energy. The rest will come if you put in the work.
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 remember a festival in Brazil just after the pandemic, definitely one of the most unforgettable sets I’ve played. The energy was next level, the connection with the crowd, the way they lived the music. I remember dropping a track mid-set and hearing the whole place erupt, it gave me goosebumps. That’s the kind of night you don’t forget.
Q: How has your music style evolved over the years?
It used to be all about the bassline, now it’s still about the bassline, but with more personality. I’ve learned to let tracks breathe more, add details, and not be afraid to try new stuff.
Q: If you were to venture into another music genre, which one would you choose and why?
I’d go with hiphop & trap. I’ve always been into the energy and bounce of it. I’ve actually been producing some trap since a while for fun with my best friend, just to switch things up and explore a different side. It’s refreshing to step out of electronic music sometimes.
Q: Could you name 3 tracks that got you into electronic music and why?
Daft Punk - Around the World was the gateway.. that groove was hypnotic and unforgettable.
Then Mark Farina – Mushroom Jazz showed me the smoother, deeper side of electronic music, it made me fall in love with groove, not just drops.
But the real turning point was seeing Green Velvet live when I was 16. He absolutely blew my mind when he played Percolator. The energy, the weirdness, the crowd reaction… I knew right there I wanted to be part of that world.
Q: Can you recommend a hidden gem in your home country that would be perfect for a rave?
I’d go with an old industrial warehouse in Lille. There are a few around the city that have this raw, gritty charm. Concrete walls, high ceilings, no frills. That kind of setting brings you back to the roots of rave culture. Just a proper sound system, lights, and good people and vibe. Nothing else needed.
Q: Could you tell us about your upcoming releases and plans for the year?
Some exciting stuff! Big collaboration I’m super hyped about. Some great gigs this summer, and a remix of one of my favorite house track!
Q: Can you share a fun fact about yourself that most of your listeners are probably unaware of?
I’m actually a pretty reserved person off stage.