Trainspotting with Bondar

Born in the Ukraine and shaped by Chicago’s legendary House music scene, Bondar has been involved in dance music for nearly two decades. Known for his eclectic DJ sets and productions, Bondar blends his deep passion for music with a love for technology, creating unforgettable experiences on the dance floor. In 2023, he launched his own label, Fireworks, dedicated to releasing cutting-edge House music from himself and his talented peers. This year, Bondar & Simone Glad debut their highly anticipated collaboration “Tu Vera” featuring BAQABO on the Connected Frontline label. With his innovative approach and relentless energy, Bondar is a name to watch in the electronic music world. DMCWorld goes Trainspotting with Bondar.

Simone Glad, Bondar feat. Baqabo – Tu Vera – Connected Frontline

I have been a big fan of Simone Glad for a while, he is a great human, talented producer and DJ; it was only a matter of time until we had a record together. As I always pride myself in being a producer that enjoys and produces various kinds of dance music, “Tu Vera” couldn’t have been a better track to expose me more to the world of Afro House. We got very lucky to have guys from Baqabo to record vocals for us early on, we then worked tirelessly on “Tu Vera”. There were many different versions, reworks, instruments added and removed, but we finally settled on this version and Stereo MCs gave us a chance to have a release on their Connected Frontline label along with killer FNX Omar remix.

Saison – The Truth – No Fuss

Through the years of making House music, Saison has been a consistent inspiration for my productions and my sets. The Truth is an incredible track that I have picked up and have been dropping in my sets. It tells a beautiful story and the deep, salty mood is just right on this one.

HUGEL x Topic x Arash feat. Daecolm – I Adore You  – Virgin

It would be hard to find a person that doesn’t like this tune. It crosses many genres and the beautiful vocals connect wonderfully with me and many others. I have used it during my sunrise set and the reaction has been outstanding, will never forget people making hearts with their hands and smiling at me.

Gettoblaster – Sunshine (feat. Lee Wilson) – Club Sweat

Hailing from Chicago and growing up as a fan of Paul Anthony (Gettoblaster), I got a chance to hear this one before its release and I was instantly hooked. For some reason, this track takes me back to the golden, mid 2000s house music era but with this signature Gettoblaster touch. It’s a beauty!

Waltervelt, Kiko – The Gang 89 – Diynamic

Phat drums, nasty bass, sick vocals, that is how I would describe this gem. I won’t ever forget playing the Lovelife boat in San Diego and dropping this one at peak hour and the crowd just absolutely losing it. I wouldn’t expect anything else from the Diynamic imprint.

Frida Darko / NUAH – Snacks – Tipping Point

Who doesn’t like Snacks? 😀 I recently discovered Frida Darko and became a fan, as I try to stay very versatile in my sets and play everything from Disco to Minimal Deep Tech to Bass House, Indie Dance has been an integral part of the mid-set, so this one hits just right and blends perfectly with The Gang 89!

Trace (UZ) – Selecta – Hellbent Records

Just massive Tech House groover with awesome vocals. In production, less is more and this track is so simple yet it will move the dancefloor. Selecta takes me directly to a Hot Creations or Elrow party at Factory Town in Miami.

Bondar, Blue Jade · No Love (Matt Egbert Remix) – Fireworks

Last summer, my good friend Blue Jade  and I, decided to collaborate on a new track since our last release Sail Away in 2021. At the moment, I was heavily inspired by Peggy Gou’s It Goes Like (Nanana) so I wanted to create this late 90’s Ibiza style House, which is a bit out of my repertoire. I quickly built a groove, added an acid bassline, some chords and Blue Jade started riffing some vox…the rest is history. This one is definitely much different from most of the music I make, but we had a lot of fun working on it. My homie Matt Egbert graced us with his awesome remix, watch out for this guy, he has been making amazing music!

Blackchild (IT) – So Good (Heat Mix) – Solid Grooves Records

I think at this point this track needs no introduction. You have probably heard it everywhere and it is massive…and if you have not, you probably will recognize where it came from 😉 Blackchild is an incredible talent and So Good lives up to it’s name.

Angelo Ferreri, Pietro Over Jack – Mad Dog – Mood Funk Records

The blend of House/Tech House and Deep House in this one is just so well done. The familiar 50c inspired vocal is used very creatively, blending with other call and response vox and the groove is just maddening!