Boris Brejcha is no stranger to massive stages and iconic crowds, but his 2025 summer plans feel extra special. Headlining the final show of Labyrinth’s Open Air Series at Tofte Manor, he promises a singular, immersive performance in one of the UK’s most stunning festival settings. We sat down with the high-tech minimal pioneer to talk Tofte Manor, evolving with AI, and what’s next behind the mask.
Your music and persona have always defied convention. What continues to drive your creative evolution after nearly two decades behind the decks?
For me, music has never been about following trends—it’s always been about expressing who I am in that moment. I think what keeps me evolving is my curiosity. I’m constantly searching for new sounds, new emotions, new ways to surprise both the audience and myself. The world changes, I change, and so does the music.
Tofte Manor is no ordinary festival venue—how does playing in such a spiritual, open-air setting influence your set and connection with the crowd?
I love venues that have soul. When you play in a place that feels sacred or magical, you connect differently.
You’re not just delivering a show; you’re creating a shared experience, something almost ritualistic. I let the environment guide me, and it definitely changes the way I build the journey.
You’ve headlined stages around the world, from Tomorrowland to Cercle. What makes boutique festivals like Tofte Manor feel different for you as a performer?
Big festivals are amazing—the scale, the energy—but boutique festivals are more intimate. You feel the connection with each person in the crowd. It’s more personal, and I can take more risks musically. It’s less about the spectacle and more about the moment.
The Joker mask has become iconic—but behind it, how has your own identity evolved over the years, both on and off stage?
The mask was always a way to separate the private me from the performer. Over time, I’ve become more comfortable blending those two worlds. I’ve grown, become more grounded, more focused. The Joker is still wild and free, but there’s a deeper purpose behind what I do now—more intention, more heart.
Electronic music is shifting rapidly with AI stepping into the creative space. What excites you or concerns you most about its impact on music production and performance?
AI is a tool—like any other instrument. It can open up creative possibilities, but the danger is losing the human touch. Emotion, imperfection, spontaneity—that’s what makes music powerful. I’ll always believe in the soul behind the sound. As long as AI helps amplify that and not replace it, I’m open to exploring it.
Your tenth studio album marked a huge milestone. Was there a particular track or moment in the process that felt especially meaningful?
Yes—there’s a track called Reflections that really sums up where I am now, mentally and musically. It was one of those moments in the studio where everything just clicked, and I felt like I was translating pure emotion into sound. That track became the heart of the whole album.
The UK has a rich electronic scene, and London especially has always pulsed with underground energy. How has your relationship with UK audiences changed over the years?
In the beginning, it took a while to build that connection. But now, I feel a real loyalty and understanding from UK crowds.
They’re passionate, they know their music, and they’re open to the journey I take them on. Every time I play in London, I feel that underground energy and love for electronic music.
What can fans expect from your Tofte Manor show—any surprises, new tracks, or moments you’re especially looking forward to?
Definitely some new tracks—maybe even a few that haven’t been played anywhere else yet.
But more than that, I want to create something unique for that setting—something that people won’t forget. Expect the unexpected.
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Tickets for Labyrinth Open Air: Boris Brejcha, Argy, HVOB & more at Tofte Manor on 5th July are on sale now at https://www.labyrinthevents.
