Marc Satseg chats influences ahead of VA release

To celebrate the release of the Various All Stars, Marc Satseg wanted to take a moment to reflect on the tracks that have shaped his musical journey. 

This remix compilation marks a turning point for Spaceless Records, as it is the first time the label is opening its doors to other artists. With 17 producers bringing their unique reinterpretations of his original tracks, this project is a true statement of artistic collaboration and evolution.

From childhood inspirations to his DJ sets and guilty pleasures, these tracks have influenced his sound, his approach to production, and the way he experiences music. Each of them holds a special place in his journey. Buy/listen to the release here, and check out Marc’s picks below… 

Childhood & Early Influences

During my childhood, my musical world was eclectic, heavily influenced by my parents. Our home was filled with the sounds of Michael Jackson, Moby, Depeche Mode, Kraftwerk, and many other artists. As I grew older, my taste evolved towards Justice, Daft Punk, and the French Touch movement, shaping my approach to electronic music.

Kraftwerk - Radioactivity [François Kevorkian 12" Remix]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRKCdTIks0g

Label: EMI / Capitol Records

Release: 1991 (Remix from "The Mix")

François Kevorkian, a legendary DJ and producer, is renowned for his work in the underground scene and his ability to transform tracks into club anthems. While it would be easy to choose one of Kraftwerk’s original tracks, I want to highlight this remix of ‘Radioactivity’, which offers a fresh perspective on their sound. This remix has had a huge influence on me—I’ve listened to it countless times, and it still feels just as powerful every time I play it in my sets.

Leftfield feat. Africa Bambaata - Africa Shox

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvxbFWY2Hsc&list=LL&index=32

Label: Hard Hands / Columbia
Release: 1999 (from "Rhythm and Stealth")

A true classic in electronic music history, blending UK progressive house with hip-hop influences through the legendary Afrika Bambaataa. I rediscovered this track recently, and it still feels ahead of its time. It connects deeply with what I used to listen to when I was younger and proves how electronic music can remain relevant across decades.

Paul Oakenfold - Ready, Steady, Go (Official Music Video) 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSv3Oez4O-4&list=LL&index=46

Label: Perfecto Records
Release: 2002 (from "Bunkka")

This track takes me back to my teenage years. I had forgotten about it for a while, but listening again, I realized how brilliant it is. There was an era when artists like Depeche Mode, kraftwerk and many others seamlessly blended instrumental electronic production with acoustic elements, creating an atmosphere that’s hard to find in today’s music. That balance is something I try to bring into my own productions—combining the organic warmth of instruments with digital precision.

My own productions

Marc Satseg - What's going on (Official Music Video)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hf8TYhZmpZc

Label: Spaceless Records
Release: 2023

This track holds a special place in my journey—it was my first official single-format release. Unlike my previous productions, this track follows a more concise structure (under 4 minutes), with a music video and a more commercial approach, while still maintaining my musical identity. The goal was to create something accessible yet deeply connected to my artistic vision, and I’m really proud of the result.

DJing & timeless club tracks

Deepstate II - Everybody Get Down (Tribal Chant Mix)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEgcnUFz0Nc

Label: Tribal America
Release: 1994 (from "Everybody Get Down")

This track is significant for me because it was part of one of my first recorded mixtapes. It has a groove that instantly locks people in, with tribal elements that bring a raw, organic energy to the dancefloor.

Robotiko Rejekto - Injection (Robotiko Part II)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKmkPtKS0BA

Label: Techno Drome International
Release: 1988 (from "Injection")

This one represents a period where I was heavily into electro sounds—think Kinetik Records or artists like Neural Network, Alek Stark, Dynarec,... It’s a sound I played a lot and still appreciate today.

Interactive - The Techno Wave 1990

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GqaospvZkCU

Label: Blow Up
Release: 1990 (from "The Techno Wave")

A track that remains incredibly powerful even today. I still include it in my sets from time to time, and it never fails to ignite the crowd. The raw energy of this track, with its pounding kick and hypnotic synths, is a perfect example of early 90s rave culture. It has that signature mix of hard-hitting techno and euphoric melodies that defined an era and still resonates on modern dancefloors. Every time I play it, it feels like a bridge between past and present, proving how timeless well-produced electronic music can be.

Guilty pleasures & timeless classics

I rarely listen to new releases unless I’m digging for tracks to play in my sets. I’ve always been nostalgic, and I feel like the music from the past has a charm that’s harder to find in today’s productions. These are some of the tracks I love, whether from past discoveries or recent re-appreciations.

Boytronic ‎– You 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWoEJfLpC4Y&list=LL&index=91

Label: Jock's Records
Release: 1983 (from "The Working Model")

A pioneering track in electronic music, "You" was ahead of its time, blending electronic elements with an acoustic approach that was quite rare back then. Even in the early days of synth-driven music, artists were already experimenting with ways to create different sonic textures, merging traditional instruments with new, evolving technology. This fusion is something that still fascinates me today.

My Mine - Hypnotic Tango 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6EbVwOumlE&list=LL&index=61

Label: Memory Records
Release: 1983 (from "Hypnotic Tango - Single")

An italo-disco classic that is just pure perfection. The melodies and groove are infectious. I have a special affection for this track because my father used to play it a lot when I was younger, and it became part of my earliest musical memories.

TELEX - MOSKOW DISKOW (ELECTRIFY ''88 REMIX'' RE-EDIT) (℗1979 / ©1988 / ©2015)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGWWq71iYTI&list=LL&index=84

Label: R&S Records
Release: 1988 (from "Moskow Diskow Remix")

Telex has always been ahead of their time, and this remix captures that futuristic energy perfectly. They are one of those groups that, while not as widely recognized as Kraftwerk, have been just as important in pushing the boundaries of electronic music. Their unique blend of experimentation, and innovation makes them a true hidden gem in the history of synth music.

Crème De Menthe - A Hunger That Never Ends

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jfsxwin3IMg

Label: Ersatz Audio
Release: 1999 (from “A Hunger That Never Ends”)

A recent discovery that instantly caught my attention. There’s something hypnotic about it that makes it addictive. It’s a reminder that there are still plenty of tracks from before the digitalization boom that Crème De Menthe is able to find, which are currently lost and just waiting to be rediscovered.

Listen to our premiere of Agrabah’s remix of Marc Satseg’s What’s Going On? below

https://soundcloud.com/nightclubberro/premiere-marc-satseg-whats-going-on-agrabah-remix 

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Buy/listen to the release here

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