5 days ago
- Entertainment
- North Wales Chronicle
Gwynedd DJ, 10, releases Welsh dance track as debut single
Efan Electro, whose real name is Efan Henri, discovered his love of electronic music at just seven - since then, he's performed at Welsh festivals, even sharing the bill with Judge Jules.
His debut track, Dyheadau, also uses the Welsh language - Efan hopes his music will help inspire other young artists to keep Welsh alive and relevant in new spaces.
He said: 'I love DJing and producing music, and I want people to hear Welsh in dance tracks, too; not just rock and pop.
'It's my language, and it belongs in modern music as much as anywhere else.'
The track has already started generating attention across social media, with early praise coming from fans of both Welsh music and electronic genres.
Dyheadau, which means 'aspirations', is a dance track that reflects Efan's love of classic house and modern electro sounds.
It is available to listen to now on Spotify and other major platforms.
Efan has also been confirmed to perform at several UK festivals this summer, including Kendal Calling and Lakefest.
In addition to live shows, Efan is currently developing his second single, which is expected to be released later this year.
He continues to produce music from his home studio and is receiving mentorship from established figures in the UK dance scene.
His work forms part of a wider movement by young Welsh artists using music as a way to promote cultural heritage through modern platforms.
