The world-famous beatmaker breaks down how pain inspires great art, and how to work around creative blocks. He makes music that snaps necks, rattles ribcages, and generally bruises any soundsystem it touches.

Lunice makes music that snaps necks, rattles ribcages, and generally bruises any soundsystem it touches. It’s visceral, physical and intense, and watching him perform is quite similar to a religious experience: you WILL become a believer.

The Montreal-based producer has collaborated with tons of influential artists, like Kanye, Diplo, Hudson Mohawke (on TNGHT), Azealia Banks (cameo moment!), and more. He’s rocked sell-out shows and mega festivals on every continent. He’s pretty much got this music game on lock.

In this latest instalment of Behind the Board, we caught up with Lunice at his Montreal studio to discuss his approach to music making.

There’s plenty of takeaways from the interview that will kickstart your inspiration, like following a ‘golden ratio’ for creativity, or how a casual yet obsessive relationship to creating could be the key to success.