As Interstellar Audio continues to champion fresh, emotive, and boundary-pushing drum and bass, we're proud to introduce the mind behind our latest release, Our Place In The Stars EP: Miss Medik. A classically trained musician with a deep love for liquid and orchestral-infused DnB, Miss Medik brings a unique perspective to the genre. We sat down with her to talk about her journey, inspirations, and what makes this EP so special.
From Classical Roots to Liquid Drum and Bass
Interstellar Audio: Let’s start with your background—how did you get into music production, and what drew you to drum and bass?
Miss Medik: I’ve been a musician all my life. My mum is a singing and piano teacher, so I was learning piano from a young age, and later I picked up the flute. I have grade 6 in piano, grade 8 in flute, and grade 6 in music theory. When I was fifteen, I discovered drum and bass and felt like I’d found my tribe. I became obsessed. A few years ago, I went sober and threw myself into raves, DJing, and producing—it became my new addiction.
Influences and Inspirations
IA: Who are your biggest musical influences?
Miss Medik: Within drum and bass, I’d say Keeno, Pola & Bryson, High Contrast, Logistics, Etherwood, and KOAN Sound. Outside of the genre, I draw inspiration from 90s trance artists like Tiësto, System F, and Paul Oakenfold, as well as electronic legends like Moby, Massive Attack, Chemical Brothers, and Breakage. My classical influences include Hans Zimmer, Chopin, Bach, Debussy, and Einaudi.
Challenges and Milestones
IA: What have been some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced in your career so far?
Miss Medik: The social aspect has been the hardest. I have Asperger’s Syndrome, which makes socializing difficult at times, and this scene is so energetic. It can be challenging feeling different from others, but the love of the music and the amazing people I’ve met along the way make it all worth it.
A big milestone for me has been merging my classical training with electronic music. That’s something I loved about early trance—it fused orchestral elements with dance music. To now be contributing to the deeper side of liquid drum and bass is something I’m really grateful for.
The Creative Process Behind 'Our Place In The Stars'
IA: What inspired the tracks on this EP, and how does it differ from your previous releases?
Miss Medik: My last release was darker and more upbeat, whereas this EP has a chiller vibe, with a strong emphasis on classical elements. Our Place in the Stars was directly influenced by the Interstellar soundtrack by Hans Zimmer—it’s my second favorite film, and I’ve wanted to incorporate elements of that score into my music for a while. I finally managed it with this track.
The Technical Side
IA: Any key production techniques or tools you used in creating this EP?
Miss Medik: I experimented a lot with orchestral layering, particularly with strings and pianos. I also used a lot of atmospheric sound design to create space and depth, ensuring the tracks felt expansive and cinematic.
Looking Ahead
IA: What’s next for you after this release? Any exciting projects or performances on the horizon?
Miss Medik: Yes! I’m incredibly excited to be DJing in support of Keeno at an upcoming Interstellar Audio / Keeno Music event later this year. I’m also focused on getting more orchestral drum and bass out there—I’m in the studio all the time working on new material, and I’d love to release more music with Interstellar Audio.
Final Thoughts
Miss Medik’s Our Place In The Stars EP is a stunning blend of orchestral beauty and deep, soulful drum and bass, showcasing her unique approach to production. Keep an eye out for her upcoming performances and future releases—this is just the beginning.
Listen to Our Place In The Stars EP now, and stay tuned for more from Miss Medik and Interstellar Audio!
