Artists will never come unprepared to a party. They always bring a toolbox packed with tracks that are truly dance floor destroyers. “What’s in Your Toolbox” features artists’ secret weapons, aka, the tracks they don’t leave out of their USB. This installment features Victor Ruiz.

With his deeply resonant appreciation for music, Victor Ruiz has established himself as a dynamic selector with the ability to craft compelling sets full of vigor and vibrancy. Born in Brazil and currently based in Europe, he has been a constant presence on the world stage since 2013 and is widely regarded for his mesmerizing DJ performances. His extensive travel diary includes visits to the USA, Argentina, France, Turkey, Denmark, Germany, Australia, Canada to name a few. This is an artist who encourages those special moments of self-expression, escapism and catharsis. 

In the studio he is equally adept, releasing a steady flow of first-rate techno productions all of which encapsulate his distinct flair for musicality and energy. Victor’s music has been signed to a number of high-profile labels including Drumcode, Noir Music, Suara, Senso Sounds and many more. He has also produced an exceptional collection of edits including The Prodigy’s ‘Breathe’ and Depeche Mode’s classic ‘Everything Counts’ among others. 

From his early love of heavy metal and the life-changing gift of a bass guitar when he was nine, to exhilarating dance floors all over the world and producing a formidable arsenal of techno weapons, Victor still appreciates the simple things in life, which is reflected in his unfussy approach to his craft. Driven by unwavering passion and a desire to inject positive energy into the lives of everyone who listens to his music, Victor Ruiz continues on his lifelong mission with a smile on his face, an open heart and an open mind, a testament to this is his brand-new record label VOLTA which supports up and coming artists as well as established ones to release on a respected label as well as help a charity of their choice by donating 10% of the revenue of the release.

Check out Victor's 6 tracks that he always has ready to crush the dancefloor!

Victor Ruiz – Touch The Darkness

This was my most important tune in 2023 and it marked a shift in my life. I was going through a very dark time in my head and this song healed me. That’s why it has the message: sometimes to find the light we must first touch the darkness.

 

Lisa May (AUS) – Switch

A classy stomper made by the one and only Lisa May. Her productions are always sopowerful and badass with a flare of emotions. Soft and hard at the same time. “Switch”is a banger and really makes damage on dancefloors.

 

Alex Stein, Victor Ruiz – Human Robot

“Human Robot” represents so much in my life, but especially the comeback in the studio with my best friend Alex Stein. It took us so many years to reconnect in the studio but once we clicked again, all the magic there always was there, came back in full power.

 

Tao Andra – Gracias a la Vida

The reinterpretation of a South American anthem by Tao Andra was always present on my sets throughout this year. This track really represents a lot of people and the love and passion for music by the Latin crowd really pops when they hear this song. It’s just beautiful.

 

Lutgens - Fénix

A multidimensional journey. This track is a masterpiece. Lutgens is a great producer from Brazil and has been calling a lot of attention on the global scene and “Fénix” is a statement of that.

 

Alex Stein, Victor Ruiz – New Generation

After more than a decade we decided to revisit an “old classic” of ours, make it more contemporary and to release on my label VOLTA. It’s definitely the best way to close the year and start 2024 with a hint of what’s coming next.

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