Vincent Marlice is a Berlin-based electronic music producer, singer, and live act of German-Chilean descent. He blends melodic techno, organic house, and indie dance music to create his signature sound, which has been described as a “detailed, melodic, and energetic techno-driven journey.” His live performances consist entirely of original creations, featuring emotive vocals, reverb-drenched guitar, and synthesizer improvisations.
Vincent’s latest release, ‘Juturna’, skillfully blends elegance, energy, and melodic complexity. The track also includes a remix by the renowned Niconé, who adds a funky beat and analog bassline that ignites the dance floor.
EG caught up with Vincent Marlice to learn more about the release of his new single, ‘Juturna,’ as well as his upcoming projects and much more.
Photo Credit: Vincent Marlice – Official
EG: Hi Vincent! Welcome to EG. It’s a pleasure to have you here with us. How have you been? Where are you right now?
Vincent Marlice: Thank you for having me! I’m currently in my home in Berlin, coming back from a bike ride to a lake nearby for a swim.
EG: First of all, congratulations on the release of your ‘Juturna’ EP. What has the initial reception/promo been like? Have you been able to test it live yet?
Vincent Marlice: I recently played this track at Ritter Butzke in Berlin and Madeira. The feedback during the live performance has been pretty nice. I like the long interlude because it allows me to improvise and go a little nuts on the guitar. I think and hope the audience appreciates the fact that it’s something happening in the moment. Regarding the promo, I don’t know yet. We’ll see… Spotify is doing well!
EG: So, what can your fans expect to find on ‘Juturna’? What was the writing process like? Is there a concept or emotional trigger to this track?
Vincent Marlice: I had just discovered Greta Van Fleet’s song ‘Heat Above’ when producing ‘Juturna’ and the singer’s melodies just blew me away. Although it’s not obvious at all, I think this inspired me to write the vocal melody for my song. The lyrics I will leave open to interpretation. Also, Cioz’s fantastic sample pack inspired me.
EG: And ‘Juturna’ also features a remix, courtesy of Niconé. Were you involved in the remixer selection process? What do you usually look for when listening back to a remix of yours for the first time?
Vincent Marlice: I released a track on Niconé’s label Dantze a while ago, which I guess helps to open a conversation about the possibility of a remix. I really enjoy his edgy sound, so to have him on board is wonderful!
What I expect from a remix is that it represents the sound of the remixer, but also that one can still recognize the main elements of the original track. To find that balance is key.
“I had just discovered Greta Van Fleet’s song Heat Above’ when producing ‘Juturna’ and the singer’s melodies just blew me away”
EG: Can you walk us through your live setup?
Vincent Marlice: It’s pretty basic in terms of the setup: Ableton Live (Session View), running on a 2012 MacBook Pro (Yup, that’s 2012, not 2021), with an UAD Apollo Twin. The inputs are an SM Beta 58A (+ UAD Plugins), a Fender Strat (American Series) 1996, and controlling a basic Piano VST and Wavetable Synth is a Midi Controller (61 Keys) + an APC40 mapped to Ableton stock FXs and parameters. This structure allows me to improvise and “jam” if I want to without losing the “main thread”.
EG: Is there any essential recommendation that you can give to anyone thinking about taking things from the studio to a live set?
Vincent Marlice: Be organized with your files. Have structure. Map out how you envision your live set to be and go for it! You can (and definitely will!) correct your “plan A” anyways, so get started ASAP.
EG: Right now, social media seems to play a completely prominent role in the development of an artist’s career. What’s your stance on this? Is this bringing us closer than ever, or is it drawing our attention away from the actual music?
Vincent Marlice: It’s sadly more about the looks and likes than the actual music. But this has been going on for a while. There are so many incredible producers out there that simply don’t want to play the “social media game”, which translates into less attention towards their music. Sure, their tracks can be played by DJs around the world, however, in general, I would say it’s definitely not enough to maximize the possibilities of making a career out of this if one is not posting and engaging with these platforms. On the other hand, from a fan’s perspective, I think it’s great to be able to “follow” your favorite artists. No middlemen!
EG: How do you keep entertained when not in the studio? Have you recently found any good movies, books, or albums you’d recommend?
Vincent Marlice: I’m lately into Russian writers such as Dostoevsky, Gogol, and Tolstoi, but I’m not sure if my target audience is into that (laughter)… I also try to be a lot in nature with my friends bouldering or swimming in lakes. This is something I definitely recommend for overall health, especially mental health!
“It’s sadly more about the looks and likes than the actual music”
EG: Can you share something personal with us only a few people know about?
Vincent Marlice: I was brought up trilingual and I like to play chess. My first name is Fernando and my second name is Vicente.
EG: What’s next for Vincent Marlice? Where can your fans catch you next? What new milestones are you looking forward to in 2023?
Vincent Marlice: My next gigs are in Alanya, Turkey, and the Tarmac Festival in Germany! New milestones are to perform in places I haven’t been to 🙂
EG: Thank you for your time, Vincent! We’re excited to see what’s in store for you. Take care!
Vincent Marlice: Thanks. You too <3
Vincent Marlice ‘Juturna’ is out now via Grey Bar Hotel. Purchase your copy here.
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