In this episode of Redefining Music, host Kay Cote sits down with techno DJ and producer Shay De Castro for a raw, inspiring conversation about taking risks, trusting the long game, and redefining success in dance music.

Shay shares her journey of leaving the U.S. to follow her passion abroad, playing marathon club sets for next to nothing, and sharpening her craft in real-world environments that shaped her sound. After returning to Los Angeles during the height of the global lockdown, Shay made a pivotal decision to pivot fully into music production — focusing on the one thing she could control when live shows disappeared.

Today, Shay De Castro is an internationally respected techno artist, with tracks supported and played by heavyweights like Adam Beyer and other top selectors in the global techno scene. Her story is one of resilience, adaptability, and commitment to the craft.

This episode is for:
• DJs navigating uncertainty
• Artists questioning their next move
• Fans who want a deeper connection to the music and the humans behind it

🎧 Listen now and hear how Shay turned adversity into momentum — and continues redefining music on her own terms.

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