EQUINOXAST #119 By Ignace Paepe (BEL🇧🇪)

Ignace Paepe (born in Bruges, 1976) is a Non-binary DJ/Producer and Actor whose journey with electronic music began at the age of 15. This encounter left a profound and enduring impact, sparking his immersion into the world of House music. Like a lightning bolt, he delved into House, frequenting House & Techno bars to satisfy his passion. The iconic "Cherry Moon" in Lokeren became a pivotal moment, giving Ignace the sensation of "coming home." Subsequently, he became an indispensable presence in mega-discotheques, attending events from Thursday to Tuesday and traversing the country for his musical passion. In 1994, he acquired his first DJ mixer and turntable, sourcing music from renowned establishments like Music Man in Ghent, BMC in Mechelen, Blitz in Deurne, USA Import, and vinyl shops encountered during his travels. Although initially a dedicated party enthusiast, Ignace found himself caught in a lifestyle of excess. However, a transformative period emerged in 2000, compelling him to take a pause and commit to a healthier way of living. Over the next two decades, Ignace diversified his pursuits, engaging in acting, featuring in numerous films, and managing his own business for over ten years. Gradually, he embraced his non-binary identity. The year 2019 marked another significant "coming home" moment when he was offered his own radio show on the local station "Villa Bota." Ignace seamlessly transitioned into digital DJing while preserving his love for vinyl. He deepened his understanding of new labels and music genres, delving into music production and modern DJing promotion. His personal evolution involved grappling with his true identity in his early years. Presently, Ignace's message centers around embracing individual differences and encouraging others to authentically express their uniqueness. Having navigated life with sobriety and self-acceptance, he shares this inspiring message today. Additionally, he blogs about his experiences as a Non-Binary Artist, using self-love and insights gained to infuse his artistic passion into music and film, sharing his creative expression with the world. Ignace's distinctive musical style encompasses Melodic, Organic, and Progressive House. Tracklist: Tim Green - Mirage Jamie Stevens, Treavor moontribe, Jonny Jenkins - Pandemic Poem (Unders & Nora Cue remix) Death on the Balcony - Valkyrie Hernan Martinez - Anthurium Rashid Ajami - You don't know me (Madraas remix) Samihe - Eureka (Newman I Love Remix) Leaman - Mark I (HAFT Remix) Noise Generation, VoidShift (SL) - Sound of Moha (Paul Hamilton Remix) J.FIZ - Munin Jelly For Babies & Plecta feat Eleonora - Flying (Greenage Remix) Follow the artist: https://soundcloud.com/ignacepaepemusic https://www.instagram.com/ignacepaepemusic/ https://www.ignacepaepe.com Follow us: @autumnequinoxlabel www.instagram.com/autumnequinoxlabel/