The Sound of the Megacity
We sat down with DJ Solstice, a rising titan in the Florida techno scene, to discuss how Tampa is evolving into a global destination for electronic music.
Redefining the Ybor Sound
"Ybor has always had a heartbeat," Solstice explains, "but in 2026, that heart is beating at 128 BPM. We're moving away from the mainstream 'EDM' fluff and getting back to our roots: gritty, underground techno with a high-fidelity finish."
The Liquid Experience
Solstice credits the installation of the Funktion-One system at Liquid Tampa as a turning point. "When you have a rig that clean, you can't hide anything. It forces you to be a better producer. Every low-end frequency hits with surgical precision."
"The energy at Liquid during a Saturday Solstice session is unlike anything else in the South. It's pure, unadulterated sound."
