Gabss: The Producer Behind One of 2026’s Biggest Records

Gabss didn’t come into electronic music the “typical” way. Before he was landing Beatport chart placements and touring across South America, he was in his garage making rap beats for friends—originally planning to build a career behind the scenes as a hip-hop producer. That early obsession with rhythm and groove never left, it just evolved into a sound he now describes in three words: hypnotic, danceable, and emotional.

Over the last decade, Gabss has grown into one of Brazil’s most consistent names in House Music and Indie Dance, earning support from heavyweights and building momentum that’s backed up by real results. In 2025, he ranked as the 10th best-selling Indie Dance artist worldwide on Beatport, and at the beginning of 2026, his collaboration with Vintage Culture, “Lost,” hit #1 globally on Beatport—a major career milestone that he says still feels surreal considering how long he looked up to the artists now playing his records.

Offstage, he keeps things simple: his family keeps him grounded, he’s interested in psychology, and when it’s time to lock in, he feels most at peace doing the thing he cares about most—producing. In the interview below, Gabss talks roots, big wins, and the lessons that came with leveling up.

What’s one thing most people don’t know about you?

Before moving into electronic music, I actually started making rap beats for my friends in my garage. The original idea for my project was to be a rap producer.

If you weren’t a DJ/Producer, what would you be?

I can’t really picture myself doing anything else, but I’m very interested in psychology—so maybe I would’ve followed that path.

What’s the most memorable moment of your career?

Definitely when my tracks started being played by the artists I’ve always looked up to. A very special moment was when Vintage Culture believed in my music and supported it.

Who’s an artist that inspires you right now?

I’ve been listening to a bit of everything, but my current favorites are Adam Ten, Mita Gami, Darco, OMRI, and Rafael.

What’s a track you play when you want to get the crowd hyped?

Probably one of my own, haha. “Dynamite” and “She Freaks” work extremely well to bring the energy up.

What’s your go-to snack or drink before a show?

Definitely a cold beer—nothing beats it before a show.

What’s your favorite city to play in, and why?

I don’t have one specific favorite. Every place feels special in its own way.

How would you describe your sound in three words?

Hypnotic, danceable, and emotional.

What’s one non-music-related thing that makes you happy?

My family.

What’s a track that always brings you back to your roots?

Probably Noir – “Around” (Solomun Remix). That’s where it all started.

If you could collaborate with any artist, dead or alive, who would it be?

Quincy Jones.

What’s your favorite non-music-related hobby?

I like traveling, going to the beach, and playing games—things that make me happy.

If you could time travel to any era of music history, when would it be and why?

I always joke that I was born in the wrong era, haha. My musical taste is heavily influenced by what played in the ’70s and ’80s—everything felt more real and alive. I wish I could’ve experienced that time.

What’s a record that never leaves your crate or USB?

Hard to say because I’m always updating my playlists, but the classics never leave my USB:

Jamie Jones – “Hungry for the Power”

Pleasurekraft – “Tarantula”

If you weren’t touring or in the studio, where would we find you?

Nowhere else—those are my favorite places, haha.

What’s a fun fact or hidden talent that has nothing to do with music?

I can imitate Donald Duck, haha.

What is something simple that makes you smile?

Looking back at my journey and feeling proud that I never gave up.

What’s a memory you never want to let go of?

The first time I played at a huge festival for over 10,000 people. It was incredible.

When do you feel most at peace?

When I’m producing.

What are some things you forget but feel better when you’re reminded about?

To stay organized, haha.

What’s something meaningful to you, but not to others?

Trying to stay positive.

If you could compliment yourself, what would you say?

Congratulations for never giving up, no matter what.

From a production perspective, what’s the most expensive mistake you’ve ever made in an effort to put on a kick-ass show?

Hiring the wrong people to work with me.

As someone who works with technology and computers to make music, has there ever been a gut-wrenching moment where you lost a track or project you were working on?

Yes, several times, haha.

What makes you cringe when you listen to your early material?

The lack of quality.

Regarding the creative process as a whole, what do you find yourself obsessing over the most in the studio?

The process of building a track.

What is your favorite set time and duration?

I prefer being the second or third act of the night—those times match well with my sound. A two-hour set is the minimum needed to build a proper journey.

If you had the power to erase and abolish one musical genre, which one would you eliminate for eternity?

I wouldn’t eliminate any genre. They’re all good and have their own characteristics.