ROMAN CIGI

RGM INTRODUCING – WE INTERVIEW ROMAN CIGI 

1) Thanks for joining us today… Tell us bit about where you are from and how you got into music?

I’m originally from Slovakia, but I’ve been living in the UK for about 11 years. I’ve loved music since I was a child, but I started getting serious about it around 2016–2017. That’s when I really got into DJing, bonding with my first controller, and soon after I began producing my own music in a DAW. Creating my own tracks was a whole new level of excitement compared to just listening.

2) What’s the live music scene like in High Wycombe right now? Anyone we should be looking out for (bar you, of course)?

I’m based in High Wycombe, near London. There are a few pubs and clubs here, but electronic music—especially techno—is fairly limited. I’ve played a couple of gigs locally, including The Phoenix Bar a few years ago (now closed), and current venues like Trilogy Nightclub and The Venue Bucks.

London is just 25 minutes away by train, and the scene there is endless—I’ve even played Ministry of Sound, which was an amazing experience. I’ve also had the chance to perform in Ibiza across three clubs, which gave me valuable insight into how international dancefloors respond to energy, pacing, and atmosphere.

Recently, I’ve been more focused on studio work and production, but live performance is something I plan to return to strongly.

3) Do you think it’s easy to become a victim of of our surrounds sometimes?

Absolutely. We’re constantly bombarded with noise—opinions, expectations, systems telling us how to live. If you’re not careful, you lose touch with yourself. 

For me, it’s about awareness and choosing where to place your energy. You can’t fix every problem, but you can protect your peace. When you focus on what genuinely keeps you grounded and positive, you stop reacting to the chaos. That’s when you take control back.

4) What‘s your favourite social media platform to use and why?

Honestly? I don’t have a single favourite—each platform serves a different purpose. Instagram and Facebook are best for building real connections with fans. Spotify is where the actual music lives. YouTube is my go-to for education and video content. And SoundCloud is where I share works-in-progress and get feedback from other producers.

If I had to choose just one, it would be YouTube, as it gives me the best overall value—from music discovery to education—with a constant learning curve.

5) We believe its essential to have a presence on Facebook, Instagram and X to introduce yourself to all the different types of audiences out there, what’s your thoughts on that?

I completely agree. In 2026, social media isn’t optional—it’s essential. Each platform attracts different audiences: Instagram skews younger and more visual, Facebook reaches a broader age range, and X (Twitter) is great for industry networking and real-time engagement. 

For me, Facebook and Instagram are the most effective for building genuine connections with listeners. Instagram’s visual storytelling works perfectly for sharing studio moments and track previews, while Facebook’s community features help build a loyal fanbase. X is valuable for connecting with other artists and industry professionals. You need presence on all three to maximize reach.

6) What’s your view on the Music industry today?

Honestly, the music industry today is complicated, and there’s definitely a dark side. Big labels like Sony, Universal, and Warner dominate the mainstream and hold enormous influence. If you can’t live off music yet, treat it as a hobby—you never know where it might take you. Breaking through can take months, years, or even decades. That’s why live gigs are so important: playing for people, seeing real reactions, and connecting with an audience keeps the passion alive. Technology and AI are changing distribution and creation, but authenticity and real connection still win.

7) Whats the biggest thing you have learned recently as you progress with your music?

The most vital lessons I’ve learned recently are patience and discipline. In the past, I felt the need to rush, but I’ve realized that even when facing a deadline, it is better to slow down if the work isn’t right. Learning to postpone a project until it’s truly ready—rather than forcing a release when the timing or the music isn’t perfect—has been a game-changer for my creative process.

8) What’s currently in your ears and on rotation at the moment?

At the moment, I’m really focused on techno, exploring sounds that balance peak-time energy with melodic elements—a big part of creating my latest release, HEAVENUS. If I had to describe its sound, I’d say it carries a bit of DNA from artists like Enrico Sangiuliano, Anyma, and Adam Beyer. I’ve always admired how they blend raw, driving power with cinematic atmosphere.

9) I hear you have new music. What can you tell us about it?

HEAVENUSis a melodic, peak-time techno release at 130 BPM, designed to connect both on the dancefloor and on a deeper emotional level. It blends driving percussion, atmospheric textures, and expressive melodies with darker, dungeon-inspired elements to create an immersive sound. Conceptually, HEAVENUS represents a state of mind—a personal escape from everyday chaos. The artwork reflects this idea, portraying a winged, armoured figure moving between worlds, symbolising strength, emotion, and transcendence.

10) What was the recording process like?

The track was created in Ableton Live, and like most of my projects, it started without a name or fixed direction. Everything came from my own curated sample library and years of sound design work. The process feels a bit like solving a puzzle: selecting sounds, cutting, editing, replacing, and testing until everything clicks. Over the years, I’ve learned that it doesn’t have to be overly complex — simplicity often works best.

I usually split the process into clear stages: starting with the core idea and composition, then moving into sound design and arrangement. After that comes mixing and preparing the pre-master, followed by final checks on different systems. The last step is sending the track to a mastering engineer for the final polish. This workflow is pretty consistent across my productions, and Ableton Live remains my go-to DAW because of its flexibility and intuitive workflow.

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