Marco Weber is a Producer and DJ driven by a genuine passion for Electronic Music; whether behind the decks or engaging as a listener, his enthusiasm for the culture continues to shape his approach. Based in Switzerland, he has built experience performing across Zurich’s live circuit while steadily expanding his reach through studio releases that reflect his House-rooted sound and dancefloor sensibilities. Now, he joins us in conversation to discuss his approach to music discovery and the impact of digital culture on the way DJs discover, collect, and connect with music.
How do you make sure your digging process as a DJ doesn’t get too dependent on algorithms and recommendations?
I try to keep my digging intentional by going directly to the source — checking artists’ and labels’ pages rather than relying on algorithms. A lot of my music also comes through promos from labels and artists I trust. And when I hear a track at a party that catches my ear, I save it right away or ask the DJ. That way, the music I find stays connected to real moments and real people.
Do you still believe in the value of “the hunt” when everything’s so accessible online?
I think it’s actually the opposite of how it used to be. Back in the day, a release might only have 10 or 20 copies pressed, and there were far fewer producers and DJs around — so owning a record that only existed 20 times was something really special. Today, platforms like Beatport release thousands of tracks every single day, which makes “the hunt” difficult in a completely different way. With such a massive supply, great tracks from lesser-known artists can easily get lost in the noise. So yes, I still believe in the value of “the hunt” — it just looks different now. It’s less about finding something rare and more about filtering through the flood to uncover the gems.
What’s a track you found completely outside of digital systems—maybe through a person, a moment, or a record store?
There are quite a few, but one recent example is a track I heard at Kater in Berlin. Steve Bug played it — “Animus” by DJ Fudge. I haven’t been able to play it myself yet, because every track needs the right moment and the right room to really land. But at Kater it absolutely went off, because Steve dropped it at the perfect time and the vibe was just right. Moments like that remind me why hearing music in a club hits differently than discovering it online — it’s tied to a specific energy and place you can’t replicate.
Have you ever noticed how different it feels to play a track you hunted for versus one that was served to you?
It really depends. In general, tracks I’ve heard at festivals or parties always feel more special, because they’re tied to memories — and the friends who were there with me know exactly why I’m playing that track. But there’s also a really cool feeling when, after hours of crate digging, I find something I think could go off — and then it actually does on the dancefloor. Both feel rewarding, just in different ways. The hunted ones carry a sense of pride, while the ones tied to a moment carry emotion.
Do you think new DJs are losing something by skipping the process of real digging?
I don’t really think so. Everything moves so much faster today — a track that’s hot now might already be gone tomorrow. But if you’re a DJ who also produces, I do think you learn a lot through digging. You get exposed to so many different directions within an already very fluid genre landscape, and that gives you new ideas and inspiration. So, while skipping the digging process might not mean losing something essential, it definitely means missing out on a lot of creative input. Personally, I also think it’s so much cooler to hear a track at a party that I’ve never heard before — that element of surprise is something you can’t really get from just scrolling through charts.
Where do you still find value in physical digging-in record shops, thrift stores, flea markets?
Honestly, anywhere there are records. But my favorite place is still record stores. Since I don’t play with vinyl that often anymore, going to these shops has become more of a pure enjoyment thing for me — just listening to music that maybe doesn’t even exist online. It’s less about hunting for something to play and more about appreciating the music and the atmosphere of the place itself.
What’s your favorite way to stumble on something completely unexpected?
Actually, mostly through promos. That way I get the tracks sent to me directly, often before they’re even released. It’s a cool feeling to discover something completely new from an artist or label I trust, without having to search for it. A lot of the time those promos turn into tracks that really stand out in my sets, because they feel fresh and unexpected — both for me and for the crowd.
As the Electronic Music landscape continues to evolve, Marco Weber remains focused on maintaining a connection to the human side of DJ culture. As he keeps authenticity at the centre of his creative process, his journey continues to evolve in an intentional and passion-led way. So, as he navigates the path ahead, be sure to keep up with Marco Weber via social media for updates and news.
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