INTERVIEW: Gade System remixes Teotek’s “Incessant Fluorescent”

German producer Rene Kuschnick, formerly known for his breakcore project Breakforce One, has spent over a decade bringing his sonic vision to life. Now operating under the moniker Gade System, the Stuttgart-based artist has transitioned from breakcore to a dynamic, genre-breaking sound that still retains the intensity and unpredictability he’s known for.

After eight years of earning a reputation as a fan-favourite live act in the breakcore scene, Rene took on this new identity and since then, Gade System has become his vehicle for his thrilling sonic exploration. As a live performer, Gade System’s sets are a multi-genre explosion, blending an array of styles into an assault on the senses. From drum and bass to techstep and beyond, his shows are must-sees for club music fans, creating an atmosphere that’s as chaotic as it is enthralling.

This reputation for exciting musical experiences carries through into his studio releases as well, where each project offers something forward-thinking and unexpected. First unveiling the project in 2021 via the debut three-track EP, C-SEC, he’s since shared a string of impressive releases. This year saw Gade System make his collaborative debut on the joint release alongside Bristol-based bass music legend Seppa on the track “VETO.”

Most recently, Gade System has turned heads with his remix of Teotek’s “Incessant Fluorescent,” a fusion of early Noisia-inspired drum and bass and Mefjus’ modern production techniques while retaining the infectious rave energy of Teotek’s original bassline track. With the remix completed in just a week, Gade System’s creative process is on full display, proving his ability to create music with remarkable efficiency.

His approach to electronic music is defined by his refusal to follow a predictable path and with this remix, he once again delivers a gripping sound. The remix brings together high-octane energy, stomping drums, driving basslines and an astonishing display of sound design through blistering synth arrangement.

Flowing from the airy, atmospheric textures of the intro, the intensity swells with a flurry of rapidly chopped vocal samples as the anticipation builds to leave the steady strike of kick and pulse of bass synth. Bursting with explosive drops, charing beats and intricately shifting synth tones collide in a sensational cacophony of electronic music. Showing his extraordinary command of synths, beats and production flair, while demonstrating his knack for reimagining the music of other artists’ in his own style, “Incessant Fluorescent (Gade System Remix)” offers an engrossing and energising sound from start to finish.

We caught up with Gade System to find out more about his musical journey so far, his inspirations and his new remix of “Incessant Fluorescent” by Teotek. Check out our interview with Gade System below.

Hey Gade System, how’s things?

Yeah pretty good, all things considered.

What’s your earliest memory of making music?

Hard to say – there was probably some toys at some point and i did want to form a band once with a school friend of mine and we did some jamming, but the first time making electronic music was at a friends house years later at 16 when he showed me FL Studio. I downloaded it immediately when I got home and that was that, haven’t done anything else since.

Which artists do you draw most inspiration from?

I think the most direct influences for this project are Neuro artists like Noisia, Billain and Mefjus because I love that kind of sound design but also old 2010 ish Skullstep stuff like Limewax for the rhythmic arrangement.

How else do you find inspiration for your music?

Most tracks start with me just hearing something that I want to try out – so inspiration comes just from listening to music throughout the day at my workplace and then finding stuff I find interesting. I then consistently fail at doing what I want to do and instead end up with something different and most of the times pretty unique. I ain’t complaining.

What’s been your highlight of the year so far?

Spending two months in my favourite city – Bristol, UK. Lovely experience!

What do you love about the German music scene?

I’ve always been very detached from the music scene here so can’t comment on it at all.

What would you say is the perfect setting for listeners to enjoy your sound?

My music is first and foremost club music, so I think they shine most when played loud at a rave.

How has your own style and sound evolved since you started out?

I’m constantly trying to do new things, so yea, I hope so!

Has your production process changed over the years too?

Yeah, definitely, it’s a constant process. Finding new ways to do things either through experimentation or from other producers, trying out new plugins or DAWs – it’s always evolving.

Who would be your dream artist to collaborate with?

I find collaborations to be exciting but historically I have massive issues finishing them. Generally though it’s most fun with my friends, so having more of that in my life is always a plus.

How did you find making your new remix of “Incessant Fluorescent”?

It was a lot of fun – I always struggle with filling tracks with details and energy so having stems where those details were already in in the form of the vocal cuts and the jittery melody stuff was perfect to lay my drum and bass work on top of.

What did you want to add to the original with your version?

I just wanted to make a hard, dance floor oriented track, really. The original track wasn’t really a concern for me in that case because that stands on it’s own and probably doesn’t need adding to.

What artist have you been listening to most recently?

I’m into a lot of Noise Rock and Power Electronics at the moment, so probably something like Whitehouse or Big Black etc.

What’s the main thing you want people to get out of listening to your music?

I don’t know. I do it for myself mostly and it’s also mostly pretty humorous for me. I guess no one should take it too seriously.

What’s been your favourite live performance so far?

Jungle Syndicate last year was great because I got to play out all my favourite old school Skullstep tracks on a great system – other than that just any festival gig because there’s always so many stories afterwards.

Who would be 3 artists to headline your dream festival? And where would it be?

Tough question! It’d probably be something really eclectic. Artists I really wanna see live at the moment are Sufjan Stevens, Sunn O))) and Bell Witch (doing Mirror Reaper) – I don’t think there’d be no audience for that.

Do you have any advice for a new artist wanting to follow your footsteps?

As I don’t really have a career I don’t know how relevant this is but I find being genuine and friendly to people you like and avoiding people you don’t is what makes me sleep well at night.

Finally, what do you have lined up for the rest of 2024?

Nothing!

Listen to Incessant Fluorescent (Gade System Remix) below