Music producer, and DJ Amr Khaled, widely known as Fulltone, joined Nancy on &lsquo;Let&rsquo;s Dance&rsquo;, which airs every Monday from 7:00 to 8:00 PM on Nile FM, for an exclusive interview. He opened up about his creative journey, musical identity, and evolving sound in the electronic music scene.
Known for blending atmospheric elements with rich, detailed instrumentation, Fulltone crafts immersive electronic soundscapes by seamlessly layering sweeping strings, percussion, and futuristic synth textures. His signature style continues to define his growing presence in the electronic music scene.
From Architecture to Music
Fulltone reflected on his early beginnings, recalling a pivotal moment around 2004&ndash;2005 when he discovered live music through a local band called Four Sticks, which performed at El Sawy Culturewheel in Zamalek. The experience left a lasting impression and inspired him to pick up the guitar.
At the time, he was studying architecture at the Faculty of Fine Arts, where he unexpectedly met Sary Hany, a musician he had seen perform. Their connection soon evolved into friendship and collaboration.
&ldquo;It was a full-circle moment,&rdquo; he recalled, explaining how he later joined the same band that first inspired him to play music. Performing in front of large crowds at a young age helped him overcome stage fright and marked the beginning of his journey into production and electronic music.
He added that architecture and music share a deep connection in his mind, describing both as a blend of art and science, where creativity combines with structure, proportion, and discipline.
Creative Process and Inspiration
Balancing architecture and music, Fulltone explained how both fields influence each other. While architecture taught him discipline and adaptability under tight deadlines, music allowed him to explore different genres and expand his artistic vocabulary.
&ldquo;I study everything I work with,&rdquo; he said, noting that each project pushes him to research new styles, from jazz and orchestration to Bedouin rhythms, in order to understand instruments, scales, tempo, and structure.
Describing his project Fulltone as a personal creative space, he said he often experiments freely until ideas naturally evolve into recordings. He avoids forcing creativity, preferring to let ideas emerge organically.
On Creativity and Process
Discussing his workflow, he explained that he rarely works with strict briefs, as he prefers to create first and decide later where the music fits. If one approach doesn&rsquo;t work, he switches instruments or revisits the idea later.
He likened inspiration to fishing, referencing Sting&rsquo;s philosophy that creativity cannot be forced: &ldquo;You throw the line and wait. It&rsquo;s about patience.&rdquo;
AI in Music Production
Fulltone also spoke about experimenting with AI tools in music production, revealing that he recently completed a fresh track that incorporates AI-processed vocals.
&ldquo;I sing the lyrics myself, then use AI tools to transform my voice based on prompts,&rdquo; he explained. While he acknowledged that results vary, he uses the output creatively, chopping and reshaping vocal samples to build new textures.
International Collaborations and Recognition
Throughout his career, Fulltone has collaborated with international artists such as Parallels and Madmotormiquel, and released music on respected labels including All Day I Dream, known for its emotive and melodic soundscapes.
He shared that his connection with the label began through gradual exposure after his music circulated among DJs, eventually leading to recognition and opportunities to perform at international events.
Live Performance and DJing
Fulltone explained that live performances require careful planning, especially regarding duration and logistics. While he can perform live sets for up to 90 minutes, he often combines live performance with DJing depending on the event.
He emphasized the importance of visualizing the atmosphere of a set, ensuring it matches the energy of the audience and the venue.
Looking Ahead
Looking to the future, Fulltone expressed interest in releasing a conceptual album structured in chapters, inspired by vinyl limitations and storytelling formats.
In the coming months, he is scheduled to perform at major festivals in Portugal and Spain, including a mountain-top festival near Porto and a lunar eclipse event in Spain. He also hinted at an upcoming vinyl remix release expected later this summer.
From architecture student to internationally recognized electronic music artist, Fulltone&rsquo;s journey reflects a continuous evolution driven by curiosity, discipline, and experimentation. His work remains rooted in blending structure with emotion, creating immersive sonic experiences that continue to resonate with global audiences.

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