With his Stereo Productions debut Power, the French artist has found a way to turn a dancefloor into an active part of the record itself. Its call-and-response concept is deliberately simple, but its effect is anything but: strangers become a single crowd, voices rise together, and the boundary between performer and audience begins to disappear. That idea has become bigger than one track. For JATS, music is a way of creating connection at a time when everyday life can often feel increasingly disconnected. His influences stretch from hip-hop, disco and funk to contemporary electronic music, but the constant is an instinct to create something that feels human, communal and alive. In this conversation, JATS reflects on the reaction to Power, the unforgettable moment he discovered Solomun playing it to a huge Chicago crowd, the experiences and sounds that continue to shape his creativity, and his ambitions for the future. Above all, he explains why he doesn’t simply want people to listen to JATS—he wants them to feel that they are part of it.
Hey JATS, great to have you with us and congratulations on your Stereo Productions debut. How are you feeling now that Power is finally about to reach listeners around the world?
Thank you! I’m feeling full of positive energy. I’m really excited to introduce this new side of my project through Power. For me, it’s an innovative track because it puts the audience right at the heart of the music. It’s a new concept that opens the door to new possibilities. I wanted people to become part of the experience rather than simply listen to it. Power is just the beginning of that vision, and you’ll definitely hear more of that approach in my upcoming releases.
If you had to describe Power in just three words, which would you choose and why?
Collective. Interactive. Euphoric.
Collective, because it brings complete strangers together as one crowd.
Interactive, because the audience doesn’t just listen—they actively become part of the track.
And Euphoric, because seeing thousands of people shouting “POWER!” with their fists in the air is an incredibly emotional feeling for me. It reminds me just how powerful music can be when it brings people together.
You seem fascinated by shared moments on the dancefloor. What is it about that connection between strangers that inspires you so much?
I feel like human connection has become less present in our daily lives. Social media, smartphones, the isolation we experienced during COVID, and even everything happening in the world today often seem to divide people rather than bring them together. But deep down, I believe that’s exactly what we all need. If my music can create that connection even for just a few minutes and bring strangers together, then that’s already a huge success for me. Some of the most powerful moments we experience as human beings happen when we feel united, and being able to contribute to that through music touches me deeply.
Every artist has records they’re especially proud of. Where does Power sit within everything you’ve released so far?
Power represents a very important step in my journey because it introduces an entirely new concept within my music. It allows me to reach a wider audience, but more importantly, it opens the door to creating future tracks built around the same idea of bringing people together, creating connection and placing the audience at the centre of the experience. The incredible response from both listeners and DJs has given me even more confidence to keep experimenting and developing this direction. That’s also the reason behind my logo. It’s a living, evolving circle that grows through interaction. My community is what gives it life, helps it evolve and keeps it united.
You’ve earned support from some huge names in electronic music. Has any reaction to your music surprised you the most?
I opened it and saw footage of Solomun playing Power at Union Park in Chicago. At that point, I’d only shared a short Instagram Reel featuring an excerpt of the track, so I still have no idea how he discovered it. I was overwhelmed with excitement. I wanted to jump around the room. It was an incredible feeling of pride to hear one of the biggest names in electronic music playing my record. What made it even more special was seeing the entire crowd raising their fists and shouting “POWER!” together. In that moment, I realised people had completely understood the concept behind the track. I went straight into my studio, played Power again, and imagined myself standing there with them, experiencing that collective moment. It was one of those days I’ll never forget.
Outside of producing, where do you find inspiration that eventually makes its way into your records?
My inspiration comes from everyday life. It comes from spending time with my family and friends, from life’s highs and lows, and from all the experiences that shape who I am. I also draw a lot from the music I grew up with. That old-school culture has had a huge influence on me, whether it’s hip-hop, disco, funk or many other genres. I love bringing those influences into my productions and blending them with a modern electronic sound. I always want my music to evolve through new sounds and new concepts that genuinely inspire me. To me, mixing that retro spirit with a contemporary approach feels completely natural.
As your profile continues to grow internationally, what’s one goal you still haven’t achieved that motivates you every day?
I have many ambitions, but I don’t really see them as specific goals. For me, it’s more about continuously growing as an artist. If I had to choose one dream, it would simply be to see my music travel beyond borders, becoming part of more and more people’s everyday lives. I’ve been driven by that passion for over twenty years, and today I finally feel ready to live that journey through music.
When people think about Jats a few years from now, what do you hope they’ll associate with your music above everything else?
I hope people will associate my music with a movement that they feel part of. I may be the one who starts the energy, but it’s the audience that gives it life, helps it grow and makes it truly exist. I want people to feel like they’re not just listening to my music—they’re helping create it. If, years from now, people remember JATS as an artist who brought people together and created unforgettable shared experiences, that would mean everything to me.
