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Fresh off the release of his latest EP, Dimension 5, Eddie Bitar swung by to chat about how its tunes came to life, the state of psytrance and trance, and more.
Futuristic soundscapes packed with energy and trippy vibes define the sound of psytrance, and Eddie Bitar has embodied the genre throughout his career. This Canadian DJ and producer has carved out significant space for himself while championing the darker side of psytrance and innovating along the way.
While Eddie Bitar’s releases have graced imprints including Perfecto Fluoro, Armada Music, VANDIT, and Black Hole Recordings, in recent years, he has focused on his own label, Dinamode. There, he’s dropped some serious heat that’s melted the minds of psytrance lovers around the planet, including his latest release, Dimension 5. Across the five tracks on the EP are collaborators like Capital Monkey, Ekanta, Tijah, and more, all of whom add a bit more dynamism into each soundscape.
As fans continue to explore the Dimension 5 realm, we caught up with Eddie Bitar to chat about the EP, get his thoughts on the state of the psytrance and trance scenes, and more. Read on for the full conversation.
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Hey Eddie, thanks for taking the time to chat with us today, and congrats on the release of Dimension 5! This release showcases your darker, futuristic psytrance sound, with plenty of heaviness and energy throughout. Can you tell us a bit about how this project came to life and the story behind it?
Thank you for having me. I really appreciate the support. Dimension 5 was born from a very specific headspace. Over the past couple of years, I felt a strong pull toward a darker, more futuristic psytrance sound, something that still carries emotion but hits harder and feels more cinematic. I wanted it to feel like stepping into another dimension, mechanical, hypnotic, but still human underneath.
The concept behind this five-track EP was to push my sound design further than before. I spent a lot of time refining textures, atmospheres and groove details. It was not just about making club tracks; it was about building a sonic world. There is aggression, but there is also depth and storytelling in the breakdowns.
For the EP, you collaborated with a few different artists, including Egorythmia, Capital Monkey, and Special M, among others. How did the production process differ from those tunes compared to ones where you were producing solo? Was there an immediate moment of synergy with the collaborators?
Each collaboration had its own personality and workflow. When I produce solo, I am extremely detailed and sometimes obsessive about the small elements. With collaborations, there is a different energy; it becomes a creative dialogue rather than a monologue.
With Egorythmia, there is always a natural emotional synergy; we both like blending power with atmosphere. Capital Monkey brought a very raw, groove-driven intensity. Special M leaned more into experimental textures and futuristic design.
The track with Tijah had a very strong rhythmic identity from the start. It was one of those sessions where the groove locked in quickly and everything built around that pulse. It felt very instinctive and powerful. The collaboration with Ekanta featuring Haikaa added a completely different dimension. The spiritual mantra vocals brought depth and transcendence to the track. It was not just about heaviness; it was about elevating the energy into something more conscious and ceremonial while still keeping the dancefloor impact.
Let’s switch gears and talk about your label, Dinamode Records. Has being a label owner changed your mentality as an artist over the years?
Running Dinamode Records has definitely changed my mentality as an artist. As a label owner, you start thinking bigger than just your own releases. You look at branding, long-term identity, artist development, and overall direction of the sound.
It made me more strategic and more patient. I do not just think about whether a track is good; I think about whether it fits the vision and where it takes the label in the future. It also made me more disciplined as an artist; you have to lead by example.
What direction do you hope to take Dinamode in 2026? Can we expect more releases from other artists to grace the imprint?
In 2026, the goal is to expand Dinamode carefully but powerfully. I want to bring in artists who are not just following trends, but shaping the next evolution of psytrance. You can expect more carefully curated releases from selected artists. We are also working on strengthening the visual identity of the label and potentially organizing showcase events. I want Dinamode to feel like a movement, not just a label.
As an artist who has been involved in the psytrance and trance scenes for over a decade, what are your thoughts on the current direction of the two genres and their influence in other realms like techno?
It is a very interesting moment. Psytrance has become more technical and heavier in many ways, while trance has evolved into multiple directions, some more melodic and some more underground.
What fascinates me is how techno has absorbed elements from psytrance, rolling basslines, hypnotic builds, and darker atmospheres. The genre borders are becoming less important. What matters more now is energy and authenticity.
Finally, what goals do you hope to achieve throughout the rest of 2026? Are there any exciting announcements you can share with us?
For the rest of 2026, my focus is on expansion and evolution. More international touring, especially across Europe and Asia, and continuing to push my sound further. I am also working on material that connects my older trance identity with this newer, darker psy direction, merging both worlds in a mature and powerful way.
There are some exciting announcements coming soon regarding tours and future releases, and I am looking forward to sharing them at the right moment. This is just another dimension in the journey.
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