Ramon Tapia
Ramon Tapia was born and raised in Holland, with a Dutch mother and Chilean father –his upbringing had an eclectic mix of cultures which in turn developed and influenced his decision to become a musician.
Ramonlikes to raise hisbar and his sound evolvesconstantly with a new inspiring sound. In 2023 he entered into the Raw Techno techno Top 10 charts with a bang, with tracks like his collaboration with Gaston Zani “Friction” on Planet Rhtyhm ” and “Circular” on Christian Smith’s Tronic Music in 2024 .Expect collabs and remixes for Pan-Pot , Hertz and much more.
His skills aren’t limited to producing. He is also a highly skilled DJ, performing for crowds all around the world. He has a special way of connecting with the audience and taking them on an intense musical journeywith his rolling /up tempo, raw sound. So far you might have danced with him on festivals like Tomorrowland, Caprices festival, Drumcode Festival, May Day, Loveland andthe list is counting.
With an impressivecollection of releases on some of the biggest labels, Ramon decided to start his very own imprint -Say What? Records in 2012. The label delivers a proper dancefloor-ready Techno from respected names and new kids pulling the wagon for the new generationunder his supervision.
It all started when he gradually learned how to produce tracks solo, with a foundation in pounding techno and hardcore scene which resulted in several releases and remixes , while going to school to become a gold smith he had a job inAntwerp’s famous record store “USA import”wherehe sculpted abroad taste in music and his production skills along the way.
Hefound his resurgence in the 00’s, forging a new school techno sound with his release ‘Land Of Drum’on Pocket thesublabel ofMusic Man, a release on Gayle San’s label Equatorand more house styled tracks on New York’s legendary Strictly Rhythm label.That’s where his name catapulted into the limelight, becoming the biggest turning point for his career,resultingin a residency atSankey’s Ibiza for three years, multiple bookingsaround the globe, rapidly growingloyal fan base and global recognition!
Who is readyfor Ramon Tapia,……SAY WHAT?