By: Yomna Walid&nbsp;
Instead of trying to convince them with words, Bassem Sedawy let the music do the talking. The result? Crowds dancing, singing along and feeding off the energy of his performances.
This week's DJ of the Week is Bassem Sedawy. Tune in today at 10 pm for a full hour of electrifying beats and high-energy music.
NileFM spoke to Bassem about his journey, creative process, challenges and what listeners can expect from his latest set.
Take us behind the scenes of creating your sets. What&rsquo;s your process from the initial track selection right through to the final performance?
I feel like a set is a journey, not just music. You have to express that journey through the tracks you choose.
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What keeps motivating you to push your boundaries and create bigger, better and more unique sets?
It's all about passion. I always want more and I'm constantly looking for ways to improve and evolve.
What are some of the biggest challenges you&rsquo;ve faced as a DJ, and how have they shaped you?
One of the biggest challenges was when a lot of people told me a particular set wouldn't get people dancing. In the end, it did, and that taught me to trust my instincts and believe in my vision.
This isn't your first time as NileFM's DJ of the Week! What surprises or special treats can listeners expect from you this time around?
This time is different because I'm exploring a new genre. I was playing something completely different when I started out, so I'm really excited to see how listeners respond to this set.
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What advice would you give to aspiring DJs who are just starting out on their journey?
I'd say it's 50% talent and 50% track selection and musical instinct. Practise as much as you can, put your energy into it and learn how to read the crowd. You need to know when people want to sing along, when they need strong melodies and when they want something different. Most importantly, always smile and go with the vibe.
Was there a specific set, event or crowd reaction that made you think, "This is exactly where I&rsquo;m meant to be"?
Yes, my most recent set. The crowd's reaction reminded me exactly why I love doing this.
Electronic music is constantly evolving. How do you stay creative and keep your sound fresh whilst staying true to your identity as an artist?
It's all driven by passion. I always try to be different and bring something unique to every set.
If you could describe your musical journey in just three tracks, which songs would you choose and why?
Honestly, I couldn't narrow it down to just three tracks. My musical journey is made up of so many songs, each representing a different stage of my growth as an artist.
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Photo Credit: Bassem Sedawy&rsquo;s official page

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