Name: Enrico Sangiuliano
Nationality: Italian
Occupation: Producer, DJ, label founder at NINETOZERO
Current Release: Enrico Sangiuliano's The Techno Code Remixes EP featuring Charlotte de Witte, Kevin De Vries & SLVR, and Avalon & Tristan is out via NINETOZERO.

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The press release describes “The Techno Code” as a “secret weapon.” What does that term still mean today, would you say, when almost anything is instantly available?

Today, when almost everything is instantly available, the idea of a “secret weapon” feels even more special. For me, a real secret weapon is a track that connects with people before they even know what it is — it builds its own magic in the moment, without relying on name recognition.

In a fast-paced, high-exposure world, those moments are rarer — and that’s exactly why they matter even more. They remind us that music’s real power isn’t about being first or being loud — it’s about creating lasting emotional impact.

And when a track gets released and becomes more visible, it transforms from a secret into a powerful weapon that artists can use to create unforgettable moments on the dancefloor.

Tell me a bit about the ideas and origins of the lyrics please.

“The Techno Code” was born from the idea of capturing the spirit and unwritten rules of our techno culture — respect, discipline, evolution, intensity, freedom. I wanted to write a kind of manifesto for the community, something that reminds us of the deeper meaning behind the music.

The lyrics take the listener through this journey, with lines like “Each tick is a reminder that we’re on a relentless march forward” and “It’s more than sound — it’s a philosophy, a code.” They’re there to create a connection between the sound and the mindset behind it.

For me, it’s a track that speaks to both the body and the mind — something to dance to, but also something to think and feel. “These are my rules, The Techno Code.”

You have remained faithful to techno for a very long time. What is it about this music that had made you “stick with it,” discover inspiration in it and offer impulses to the scene yourself?

It’s the obsession with rhythm, the endless evolution, and the countless forms techno can take as a macro-genre. It’s the urge to make our scene sharper, our music cooler, deeper, and more meaningful. It’s the fight against cheesiness and mediocrity, especially now that techno has become a trend.

More than anything, it’s the mission to create music that challenges people, triggers thought, and pushes boundaries — and the realization that making music and sharing it with others is my true life path.

Is techno (still) a way of life for you – and if so, in which way?

Yes, it still is. Techno shaped the way I think, live, and work. It’s about movement, evolution, and pushing limits — in sound and in life. It taught me to build, to break, to rebuild.

It’s not just music; it’s the way I face the world.

Your label NINETOZERO has an intriguing release approach. What sparked the idea for the countdown?

The idea of the countdown came from my reflection on the impermanence of things — including music. I wanted to create something with a clear beginning and a clear end, to make every release feel more special, more urgent.

With NINETOZERO, I’m completely free to express myself and tell a story. I didn’t want to create just another label — everyone can open “just a label” and release endless amounts of music (no arrogance intended). For me, it’s about creating something with a real reason to exist, not simply existing for the sake of it.

That mindset also changed the way I approach creation: I work with a sense of purpose, knowing each chapter is part of a bigger story that won’t last forever.

The first release on NINETOZERO comes with the quote “Everything originates, terminates and is enclosed in silence.” Where did that realisation come from and what does it, practically, mean for you?

The realization that everything originates, terminates, and is enclosed in silence was triggered by many moments I encountered along my musical path.

When I was a kid studying drums, I learned that the drummer — whether playing solo or in a band — is the keeper of the pace. What determines your rhythm and your BPM is not just what you play, but how much space, how much silence, you leave between two hits on the snare or the kick drum. Without silence, there’s no sense, no movement, no rhythm.

Later on, artists like Ezio Bosso deeply shaped my understanding. His philosophy that music is essentially made of silence between sounds resonated strongly with me.

John Cage, with his legendary piece “4’33”, pushed this idea even further — showing that silence itself can be music, if you know how to listen.



Even in more popular music, like Pink Floyd’s “Shine On You Crazy Diamond,” you can feel how powerful silence is: the way that song fades in slowly from nothingness makes the music that follows even more impactful.



All these experiences made me realise that silence isn’t just the absence of sound — it’s an active part of music. And practically, it reminds me to give meaning and weight to every sound I create, knowing it’s framed and made alive by silence.

Interestingly, in the light of that quote, the great pianist Glenn Gould considered it the ultimate delight to surround himself with sound every second of the day. He never wanted to return to silence!

This brings it full circle. I fully respect Glenn Gould’s approach; being surrounded by sound can be a powerful experience.

But personally, I see silence as essential. It’s what gives shape, weight, and meaning to sound. Without silence, everything would become noise. Silence is where ideas are born and emotions settle.

It’s not about the absence of something — it’s about creating space for something deeper to emerge.

On the Discipline EP, there is a wonderful piece by Secret Cinema & About Sofiya which displays a lot of tenderness within the context of a hard-hitting club track. How much space is there for silence and softer emotions within club culture, do you think?

I believe there’s definitely still space for silence and softer emotions within club culture, but you have to dig deeper to find it. If we want to carve out more space for these emotions, we as artists have to dare to be vulnerable, to break the predictable patterns, and to trust that people are ready to feel more than just adrenaline.

Club culture often highlights loudness, excess, and energy because that’s what stands out in the moment — and social media mainly amplifies this. What gets attention online is usually the loudest, the most extreme, the one that screams the most.

But true depth, tenderness, and intimacy have a huge emotional power, even on a dancefloor. Tracks like the one by Secret Cinema & About Sofiya prove that beautifully.



It makes me really happy that you noticed this masterpiece — I’m proud to have it released on NINETOZERO.

What happens for you personally once the countdown for NINETOZERO hits zero?

I die and then resurrect! (laughs)

For me, hitting zero isn’t an end. It’s a transformation. It’s closing a story with intention and making space for what’s next.