Ragie Ban’s route into electronic music wasn’t mapped out. He was studying dentistry when lockdown hit, and what started as a side project quickly became an obsession — long hours spent teaching himself production, drawn to the subtle tension of minimal house and the hypnotic pull of percussive grooves. Fast forward a few years and he’s become a fixture in Brazil’s underground, known for stripped-back tracks that trade big moments for pressure and precision.
His latest release, a sleazy, slow-burning remix of David Squillace’s Let’s Go Deep with frequent collaborator Enne, pushes that approach even further — all prowling low-end, warped vocals and after-hours atmosphere. It’s the kind of track that doesn’t demand attention, but quietly takes hold. We caught up with Ragie to talk about unexpected beginnings, how DJing shaped his ear, and the remix that taps into something darker.
How did your journey into electronic music begin and what shaped your sound?
My journey into electronic music began at 19, during the onset of the pandemic in 2020. While studying dentistry remotely, I found myself bored at home and decided to explore music production—as I always loved listening to music. Drawn to the sounds of techno and minimal, I dedicated myself to understanding the nuances of these genres, shaping the distinctive style I pursue today.
My closest friends listened to my early tracks and encouraged me to share them with other artists in Brazil’s electronic scene. One day during pandemic, Mochakk was doing an Instagram live stream, listening to promos, I sent him my music and to my surprise, he listened and expressed interest in collaborating on my first original track. From that moment, my network expanded as Mochakk introduced me to other talented artists and producers, many of whom have become my great friends.
I shaped my sound by immersing myself in captivating, weird and crazy minimalist tracks from artists like Ricardo Villalobos, Boris Brejcha, Claude VonStroke, Green Velvet, Chris Lake, Michael Bibi, Pawsa, Dennis Cruz and many others. Over time, my subconscious absorbed these influences, sparking new ideas and creativity in my music. While I’ve developed a style that resonates with me, I always remind myself that I’m still learning, and I’m excited to see where my musical journey will take me!
How has Brazil’s musical heritage influenced your production and DJing?
The rich musical tapestry around the world, Rock, MPB, and Funk in Brazil to classical, pop and electronic songs of the world, influences my music by instilling a love for the rhythmic diversity that I incorporate into my tracks and DJ sets. Every sound that is heard, whether music or not, can serve as a learning or as a new idea, just observe how this can be presented to your ears and the public.
What are the key milestones in your career so far?
One of the biggest key milestones is definitely my collaboration that I just released with Chris Lake, “Toxic”. Next to that also performing at some of Brazil’s most known clubs and festivals, and gaining respect and support from artists that I look up to.
What draws you to a project and how do you maintain your signature style?
I’m attracted to sounds that offer innovation. I maintain my characteristic sound by focusing on rhythm and groove while adapting to the unique vibration of each project. I hate the same and monotonous, I love new things that bring different reactions both to me and to everyone who listens to me.
What was your mindset for the “Let’s Go Deep” remix with Enne?
Our goal was to respect the original while adding our touch. The remix came from jam sessions with Enne, mixing our styles to give a fun spin to the track. We’ve listened to Davide several times, and we really liked the vocals of this original song, it was already very good but we wanted to bring it with a new outfit being something more intimate and aggressive with a more “nervous” face to the sound today, I like that haha.
How do you balance club functionality and creativity in remixes?
I balance myself ensuring that the tracks have energy on the dance floor, allowing creative experimentation with beats and sound design. I love seeing people on the track and their different ways of expressing themselves, that’s what moves me to do different things.
Who are some of your key influences?
My playlist is very crazy, there is a little bit of everything haha. I really like Marc Houle, Ricardo Villalobos, Green Velvet, Bingo Players, Popof, Nu Zau, Premiesku and many others.
Let’s Go Deep (Ragie Ban and ENNE Remix) is out now
