[Interview] Thomas Gold Talks Signing with Dim Mak, Experimenting with Progressive House, “Day in the Life” Series, and More
In today’s dance music scene, few artists possess the staying power and consistent innovation of Thomas Gold. With over 400 million streams on Spotify, the German maestro has not just carved a niche but built a formidable legacy, solidifying his reputation as a master remixer, a sonic architect, and a true driving force within the industry. Throughout his extensive career, he’s performed at the biggest stages in the world such as Ultra Music Festival, Coachella, EDC, Mysteryland, Tomorrowland, and beyond, spanning the USA, Europe, and Asia.
Gold’s signature sound, a potent blend of progressive house with infectious melodies and driving rhythms, has found a home on some of the most influential imprints in dance music. His discography boasts releases on a veritable who’s who of top-tier labels, including Actuation, Armada, Axtone, Confession, Dharma, Hexagon, Hysteria, Protocol, Revealed Recordings, Spinnin’, Size, and Toolroom.
Beyond his individual success, Gold has also fostered new talent through his own imprint, Fanfare Records, which has delivered over 70 releases to date, showcasing his ear for emerging sounds and his dedication to nurturing the next generation of electronic music producers. Now, 2025 marks an exciting new chapter in the Thomas Gold story. The powerhouse producer has officially signed a long-term deal with the renowned label Dim Mak. This significant partnership promises a fresh wave of innovative music, with his most recent release with Faustix titled ‘Pump It‘. Even before this landmark signing, Gold kicked off 2025 with a flurry of impressive releases, showcasing his versatility and unwavering dedication to his craft. Tracks like ‘Champs Elysées‘ on Hexagon, the soulful vibes of ‘Heaven Is In The Music‘ on Confession, and ‘Theme from Godfather‘ on Actuation already set the tone for a massive year.
EDMTunes had the time to catch up with Gold where we talk about all the exciting things he’s been working on.
Congratulations on getting signed for a two year deal with Dim Mak how does it feel to be working with them?
The story behind it is that I’ve been in touch with Dim Mak and director Lorne for a long time. We first met 15 years ago in New Zealand and have stayed connected ever since. Back then, I had sent some music to Dim Mak, but it wasn’t the right fit at the time. However, last year, after spending a lot of time in the studio working on new music, I ended up with a few tracks that felt like a good match for Dim Mak’s sound. So I decided to send them over — and they got back to me right away, saying they wanted to sign me. That’s how it all came together.”
You took a 2 year break from producing music in 2022, and now kicking it into high gear in the studio. What were you doing during this time period?
I took a step back from music for a while to focus on my other venture — running a business consulting company. I really dove into it, brought on a bunch of new clients, and eventually brought in a few partners as well. Things went really well, and I was fully immersed in growing the business. But at some point, I realized how much I missed making music.
That’s when I made the decision to return to the studio. I wanted to create again, to be present, to reconnect with my fans. But I also knew it wouldn’t be as simple as dropping one track and expecting everything to fall into place. I had to rebuild my foundation — reestablish relationships with labels, and most importantly, reconnect with my audience.
The first step was producing a ton of music — which I did throughout 2024, together with my studio partner. By February I already locked in 10 deals with different labels, so I’m now releasing music on a regular basis. After that, I turned my focus to social media to figure out how to reconnect with my fans.
I’m currently working on a series that gives a glimpse into my daily life — as a DJ, a father, and a businessman. It follows me from early morning until I go to bed, so people can get a real sense of who I am beyond the stage. I’m genuinely excited to see how it resonates. This is me — this is Thomas Gold.
You were at MMW a few weeks ago and played two different shows. How did the crowd react to your new music that you played?
The standout for me was the Revealed show – it was packed, full of energy, and had an incredible vibe throughout. The crowd was absolutely wild and that’s when I realized just how many fans I had there. I premiered some new ideas during my set that I hadn’t played before and they landed really well right from the start. Later,I shifted into some old school progressive house, playing a few of my all-time favorits. It was amazing to see how the crowd responded to that too.
After seeing the crowd’s reaction, it became clear to me — it’s time to return to Progressive House, but with a fresh twist. I’ll keep some of the key elements and signature sounds, but I’m planning to modernize the vibe and make it my own. This will define my new sound, and I’m aiming to start releasing tracks in the second half of the year.
Over the years at MMW, you have played at all different types of venues and Ultra. What have been some of your standout moments over the years here?
One unforgettable moment was playing for Swedish House Mafia when they hosted their beach tent — it held 10,000 people and the energy was insane. That same year, I also played on their stage at Ultra. They really took me under their wing, and I’m still incredibly grateful for that. It was a huge boost for me and helped elevate my profile in a big way.
Speaking about new music, you released ‘Pump it’ with Faustix. How was working with him on the track?
He’s such a cool guy. We first connected online and started bouncing around ideas, which eventually led to this track. It’s actually our second collaboration — we also played some shows together early last year. For this one, we experimented with a wild vocal twist that slows down, speeds up, and takes the energy in a new direction. Then we built a super cool drop, each working on our parts. Collaborating with him was a great experience — he’s incredibly talented and super quick with ideas.
Where do you get your musical inspiration from?
I’m constantly listening to all kinds of music and I’m always open to drawing inspiration from anywhere. When I work on Progressive House, I love exploring other genres to find ideas I can blend into the sound — it’s all about bringing something fresh to the table. I’m not trying to stick to a formula; I’m reinventing the wheel and staying wide open to whatever sparks creativity. I just soak it all in and see what I can turn it into.
Earlier this year, you played a few shows with Esther Anaya as Anaya & Gold and even performed at the halftime show for the Lakers at Sofi Stadium. Can you share more about this project and what makes it unique?
Yeah, this is also a brand-new project of mine that we launched in the summer of last year. It’s a collaboration between Esther Anaya and me. She’s an incredibly talented violinist, performer, singer — and also a DJ. We met in Miami and started talking about her unique concept of performing club music with a live violin. She was actually a huge fan of my music — especially my track ‘Sing2Me,’ which she had been performing live on the violin in her shows. I thought that was amazing and said, ‘Let’s create something together.
So we started reworking a few tracks and built an entire concept around it. The result is a unique live show where I DJ and play drums while Esther plays violin on top. Everything is performed live, and the set is made up almost entirely of our own tracks, reworks, and edits. That’s how it all started — That’s how it all started — and we’ve been playing a few great shows throughout the US so far.
How do you take care of your mental health?
That’s a good question. Twelve years ago, when I became a father, I decided that I wanted to stay healthy—both mentally and physically. This was especially important with all the stress and travel that comes with being a DJ. So, I made the commitment to work out regularly and eat healthier than before. The best part is that once you establish a routine, motivation becomes a non-issue. Now, I genuinely love working out because it boosts my energy and brings me happiness.
What’s one thing that your fans probably don’t know about?
A lot of people might not know about my business, since I only started sharing about it a couple of years ago. It’s never been a secret — just something personal that grew alongside my music career. I built it from the ground up, and it’s become a part of my life that I’m truly proud of. It doesn’t take away from the music — in fact, it’s added a whole new dimension to who I am. That’s why I’m excited to open up more about it in my ‘Day in the Life’ series and give fans a deeper look into the other side of my journey.
Do you have anything else that you want to share your fans?
I started posting more regularly on my socials back in February, and it’s been amazing to see how much love and interaction has come in. I honestly didn’t realize how many fans were still out there, following and supporting me. The engagement keeps growing, and that’s such a powerful feeling. I’m truly grateful to be reconnecting with my audience — it reminds me why I started doing this in the first place.
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