With a sound defined by cinematic tension, hypnotic movement, and emotional depth, Warsaw-based producer TarDo channels both personal transformation and raw creative energy into his latest release, ‘Chaos.’ Built around analog warmth and a sense of evolving intensity, the EP captures the turbulence and beauty of growth. We caught up with him to discuss the inspiration behind the project, his production process, and how he balances emotion and power on the dancefloor.

WWD: Your new track, ‘Chaos,’ feels both dark and deeply emotional. What inspired you to explore this particular sound and atmosphere on the release?  

At first, I was just experimenting with different sounds, tones, and samples. I didn’t really have a  clear idea – I was just exploring. In the beginning, the «Chaos» didn’t feel that dark or emotional. But  after some time, I realized I’d found something interesting and special – a kind of foundation, a base for  the track.  

When I listened to my demo a few times, I felt there was something special about it. It had this unique  energy – confusing, a bit chaotic, always changing. That is when I thought… I want to call this track  ‘Chaos.’

Once I gave it that name, it became much easier to work on the structure and arrangement. It felt like I  finally understood what the track was about – it had a clear core that I wanted to develop and bring out. 

WWD: Melodic Techno often balances emotion and intensity. How do you approach finding that perfect  blend between depth and power in your productions?  

Every time I sit down to write a track and ask myself: what do you want to say, what do you want  to share, what story do you want to tell? I also listen very carefully to other artists’ tracks – I study them,  analyze and get inspired. I always try to express emotions and feelings through my music, to keep that  perfect balance between groove, rhythm and depth.  

WWD: The title ‘Chaos’ suggests inner tension or transformation. Is there a personal or conceptual  story behind the name of the EP?  

The first part of the track reflects strong inner tension, while the second one shows  transformation.  

This story is about how transformation isn’t a final point – it is an ongoing process of self-work and  personal evolution. And that is always hard, uncomfortable and messy.  

Yes, it was a very interesting but also tough period in my life when I was working on this track. It was a  time of stepping out of my comfort zone, not really knowing what is next and trying to find myself and  realise my potential. I think that energy definitely came through in the track as well.  

WWD: You’re based in Warsaw, Poland, a city with a growing electronic scene. Has the local music  culture influenced your creative direction and sound?  

To be honest, not really. Probably because Warsaw is still a city, where the love and understanding of electronic music is just starting to grow. So I can’t say I was really impressed or inspired  by it. I think I was much more influenced by other European cities, where electronic music has already  been established and evolved for a long time.  

WWD: The production on ‘Chaos’ feels cinematic, with hypnotic synths and a strong sense of  movement. Can you share a bit about your creative process or the gear/software that shaped this  sound?  

Of course. It is not a secret. I really love analog sound. There is something unique about it. It feels  alive, warm, moving and open. That is why in my tracks I always try to use analog gear – whether it’s real  hardware synths or good VST emulations of analog equipment.  

Regarding analog gear I have a couple of synthesizers such as: Korg Minilogue XD, Moog Subsequent 37,  Prophet 5. Also I have a Roland Gaia 2, which is hybrid synthesizer.  

If we are talking about the VST instruments I’m a big fan of U-He company. Them products such as Diva,  Repro 1/5, Zebra 2 it is amazing. Also I love very much Arturia, Universal Audio, especially their famous  emulations of Moog synthesizers. Although there is a synth called Serum – it’s not analog, it’s a  wavetable synthesizer. But it is super powerful and sounds amazing. So I really love it and use a lot. 

When it comes to different instruments or plugins, I always try to use either real analog gear or high –  quality emulations of it.  

WWD: You’ve crafted something that feels very peak-time but also emotionally rich. When you imagine  this track being played live, what kind of atmosphere or moment do you envision on the dancefloor?  

Of course, I’d love people to feel the energy, the power, and the flow that I created in this track.  But more than anything, I want people to be present. Not filming on their phones – just being in the  moment, enjoying the energy and the atmosphere.  

I want everyone to find something personal in this track, to feel something special, something that  resonates with them. That is probably the main thing I’d really want. 

WWD: Looking ahead, how do you see the TarDo project evolving? Are there any collaborations, live  performances, or sonic directions you’re excited to explore next?  

Of course. I definitely want to do a few collaborations with well-known and respected artists in  my genre. For me, it is a great opportunity to learn, grow and keep developing. I believe that every artist  and producer should always keep learning, exploring and evolving. And never stop or think that they  already know everything.  

Also, I have some ideas and thoughts about possible collaboration and create a few remixes. And of  course, I want to put together some really powerful live performances. 

WWD: Sounds amazing! Thanks for the chat 🙂 

‘Chaos’ is available here