Neil Hales - Acidulant
Neil Hales aka Acidulant is an electronic music producer from Malta. His most popular music to date includes releases on I Love Acid, R&S Records, Balkan Vinyl, DJ Pierre’s Jack Trax Records & Afro Acid (US) and Zodiak Commune to name a few.
Even though he is considered an acid freak, Neil’s passion revolves around synthesizers and the experimentation in different genres and electronic sounds.
Parallel to his notable acid tracks, he has also collaborated with visual artists, dancers, and actors under his alias Collateral Intelligence.
Neil is also the co-founder of Electronic Music Malta (EMM), which is the first non-profit organisation promoting electronic music in all of its forms in the Maltese islands.
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Neil Fenech - Depth
Neil Fenech, known as Depth, is a prominent figure in the Maltese music scene, boasting over 18 years of DJing expertise and 16 years as an event organizer. As a seasoned music producer and sound engineer, he owns the esteemed ‘Depth Recording Studio,’ a symbol of quality and innovation.\
Neil made history in 2017 with the release of “Time,” the first Dubstep & Grime album in Malta, showcasing his mastery and marking a pivotal moment in the local music scene. With a discography including albums like “Time” and “From Seeds To Skies,” and the EP “Magnate EP,” Depth’s signature sound combines creativity, technical skill, and a passion for pushing boundaries.\
His international recognition is highlighted by appearances at Outlook Festival in Croatia and airplay on Rinse FM and 89.7 Bay. Known for diverse event curation across genres, from Hip-Hop to Drum & Bass, Depth’s versatile approach reflects a deep understanding of contemporary music culture, solidifying his status as a respected trailblazer in DJing, event organization, and music production on the global stage.
Aidan Somers - Alias 1
Aidan Somers, born in 1997, is a diverse artist and producer from Malta. His work showcases a variety of influences which broadly range from ambient to emotive, as well as melancholic and electronic music.
He first started studying music production in 2012 which then led to several courses on Ableton Live and eventually private tuition with Andrej Ljatkovski, who helped him to develop his sound. Fuelled by his passion for music, he further continued his studies by learning classical piano and percussion.
Nowadays, Aidan is AISO Academy's CEO, and also heads MMPAC
( Malta Music & Performing Arts Complex ) whilst devoting the rest of his time creating and performing through his several projects, namely his self-titled project, a display of indie-pop/rock - and Alias1, through which he showcases an array of his own style of House & Techno infused tracks via live-set !
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Clayton Gauci - CLEIGH,
Kodin Hill & The Pressed Pills
Clayton is a highly experienced music producer, recording and mix/master engineer, DJ, and guitarist with a career spanning over 18 years. His deep involvement in a diverse range of genres since the early stages of his musical journey has honed his exceptional ear and equipped him with a wide range of musical skills and techniques.
Deeply entrenched in the Maltese Hip-Hop scene, Clayton Gauci, operating under the moniker 'CLEIGH,' has emerged as a prominent figure. Since the inception of his project in October 2022, he has meticulously crafted and released over twenty tracks, some of which feature collaborations with both established and upcoming artists and producers, local and foreign.
Clayton works actively as a music producer, using his vast musical understanding of different genres, inspired by his broad library of influences to cater for a variety of artists. He is also the guitarist of up & coming Maltese alternative/punk rock band ''Kodin Hill & The Pressed Pills''.
In addition to his artistic pursuits, Clayton serves as the Director of AISO Academy.