Japanese bass producer, ENA, offers his thoughts on the internet music industry......

We spoke with ENA, an upcoming bass music producer residing in Tokyo, about how to gain success on the internet. He did not seem to be greatly concerned with the piracy moral panic that is currently engulfing many across the globe. For those who are panicking about the internet, have a read of this short interview with ENA - it might just restore some hope!

Q: In what ways is the internet harming or helping musicians?
ENA: "There is no border in Internet world. Even though I am Japanese and living in Tokyo, it is easy to contact people who are living in Europe and the US. The more people who have access to my music, the better.
Of course there is the bad side of there being many copying and piracy issues. But even before the internet, there were many bootleg copies of CD's being sold in shops and on the street. I think it is almost the same as before."


Q: What are some tips you would give to emerging artists to get their music well known on the internet?
ENA: "Communication is the most important thing. Treat people you know on the internet the same way you would if you were in physical contact with them. Soundcloud and beatport are great for this. And when you are sending around music, don't just send the URL. Make sure there is a thumbnail attached to it so it doesn't just look like spam email."

Thanks for your time ENA! Here's a link to one of his songs: ENA: Country Dub. Warning - the bass may cause unexpected bodily functions.