This past Friday, we welcomed Reflection, a brand new EP from Anwius, to the Interstellar Audio catalogue. It’s a thoughtful and immersive release, defined by emotive atmospheres, punchy drums, and subtle yet haunting vocals. We caught up with the Warsaw-based producer to learn more about the journey behind the project, his evolution as an artist, and what inspires him.

Let’s start at the beginning. What first sparked your interest in music production?

About 10 years ago, I saw a video of someone playing popular songs on a Launchpad. I didn’t think too hard about it—I just figured I needed one, because how hard could it be, right? Turns out, harder than I thought. I only used it maybe twice before shelving it.

But about a year later, I realised the Launchpad came with a free copy of Ableton Live, and I discovered I could make music with just that. For some reason, I got hooked. Drum and bass pulled me in quickly—mainly because of its fast tempo and the variety of sub-genres. There’s something in it for everyone.

You mentioned sub-genres—your sound definitely leans toward the deep and emotional. What feelings or messages do you try to convey with your music?

It’s hard to put into words. Some emotions don’t quite fit into a single sentence or feeling. I try to create a sonic representation of those moments. But I also don’t like to tell people what a track “should” mean. I’d rather let the listener interpret it in their own way.

What’s been the biggest challenge you’ve faced so far in your journey as a producer?

Social media, hands down. Balancing my true self with the version I share online has always been tricky. Every time I thought about posting, it felt a bit stressful, like I had to curate some version of me. I’m learning now that it’s not worth that pressure. Going forward, I want to be more real and just let the music speak.

Let’s talk about the EP. How do you feel your sound has developed compared to your earlier work?

For a while, I felt like the drums were the weakest part of my tracks. They didn’t really have the weight or presence they needed. With Reflection, I focused on improving that—making the drums more dynamic, more punchy, and making sure they actually drive the track. It made a big difference in the final sound.

You’ve got a distinct atmospheric touch—anything new you experimented with on this project?

Yes—especially with the vocals. I went really heavy on the reverb in some tracks, to the point where the lyrics are almost unintelligible. But that’s the point. I wanted the vocals to become part of the ambient texture instead of being upfront or literal. It adds another emotional layer that isn’t necessarily tied to specific words.

Finally—what do you hope people take away from Reflection?

Honestly, whatever they need to. Whether it’s a sense of calm, introspection, or even just a moment to zone out—I hope it gives listeners space to feel something. The details and meaning are theirs to discover.

Reflection by Anwius is out now on all platforms. Let the textures wash over you—and don’t forget to follow Anwius on socials to stay tuned for what’s next.