From Small Town to Big Sound: Shay De Castro’s Story

Shay De Castro’s story begins in a city that barely whispered the name of electronic music and has risen as an exhilarating techno talent. From her early days, music wasn’t just a hobby; it was her lifeline. As a child, the magnetic pull of music was evident, and during his teenage years, her obsession with techno became unstoppable. So much so, she'd even go to lengths like hacking into her school’s computers to discuss the latest tracks with European pals.

Journey Into Sound - Shay De Castro Remix

Fast forward to today, and the LA-based dynamo is no longer just a fan. She's a force. Shay's music—a perfect blend of pulsating atmospheres and undeniable rhythm—has graced some of the most iconic electronic labels. Factory 93, Kraftek, and Respekt Recordings have all proudly featured Shay's tracks. And it’s not just the labels that have taken note. Big industry names have shown their support like Adam Beyer at Tomorrowland, ANNA at Exit Festival, or being featured on Drumcode Radio by Pleasurekraft.

United States

Shay De Castro

french techno

Space 92

Sam WOLFE

Crossbow

Saint Velez

Debut

The Roof of Superior Ingredients

Debut: Space 92 New York Debut

swiss techno

Lilly Palmer

Medina

Debut: Lilly Palmer First New York Performance

Musica NYC

Space 92 [3 Hour Set] w. Shay De Castro & Saint Velez

Germany

minimal dub

minimal techno

raw techno

techno

Rødhåd

Spain

acid techno

spanish techno

Regal

riva + bianca

german house

microhouse

minimal tech house

Henrik Schwarz

organic electronic

Landikhan

Netherlands

Lewski

Sarindipity

indie dance

Mary Jane

german techno

trance

uplifting trance

Paul van Dyk

tech house

Méssous

Shay De Castro

Articles

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