ReOrder: “Fans can feel when an artist pretends; they can see through it if you are doing something you don’t truly have in your veins”

Born Tibor Tomečko in Slovakia, ReOrder began producing at just 14, long before his name would top Beatport charts and echo across the world’s biggest festivals. Tracks like Venice Beach, Spirit of Ecstasy, and Opus Dei all climbed to #1, powered by a relentless drive to fuse euphoric melodies with raw, infectious energy. That signature sound runs through both his original works and acclaimed remixes for artists including Armin van Buuren, Aly & Fila, MaRLo, Gareth Emery, The Thrillseekers, RAM, and Mark Sixma.

Over the years, ReOrder has established himself as one of Trance’s most consistent voices - from his debut album IAMREADY, to his celebrated SkyPatrol project with Standerwick, and the darker, genre-blurring explorations of Crowd+Ctrl. His music has lit up every major stage, from Tomorrowland and Transmission to Creamfields, A State of Trance, and Future Sound of Egypt, while also earning a place on iconic compilations such as In Search of Sunrise, Trance Energy, and Trance Nation.

But ReOrder’s story doesn’t end on the dancefloor. Now based in Prague, he is equally dedicated to shaping the next generation through his Ready For Masterclass platform, where thousands of aspiring producers learn directly from his experience. It’s this rare balance - performer, creator, and mentor - that defines him today. And with new releases already making waves in 2025 and a packed tour schedule ahead, ReOrder’s journey is only gaining momentum.

Q: You started producing Trance at a really young age. Could you please take us back to the beginning—Slovakia, a 14-year-old kid and headphones on? What was it about Trance that first grabbed you, and how has that spark grown and shifted over the years?
A: I was that kid in Slovakia glued to late-night TV, headphones on, trying to figure out why these melodies gave me goosebumps. When German VIVA hit our cable in the late ’90s and I heard Blank & Jones’ “Cream”, something clicked—clean melodies, big emotions, forward motion. That was my doorway. Over the years, the spark didn’t fade; it matured. I still chase lift-offs, but I’m pickier about harmony, space, and groove so the drop earns the payoff. I never lost curiosity in experimenting with new styles and genres to bring something new to the scene!

Q: Starting your own label is a bold move. Looking back, how did Reverie Sounds change the way you see yourself as a producer and part of the wider Trance community?
A: Reverie Sounds made me shift from “artist” to “artist-curator.” I co-built it to bring back that dream-state feeling—classic Trance DNA with modern muscle—and to give new talent a real home. As a producer, it sharpened my “why”; as a community guy, it gave me a place to mentor and release music with my heart turned all the way up. Especially, it became a perfect nurturing guide and starting place for students who make some absolutely stunning tracks.

Q: Every artist has at least one real ‘pinch me’ moment. For you, I believe the first came when Armin dropped Come With Me To Varanasi on A State Of Trance, and if I’m not mistaken, it even went on to become a Future Favorite. What did that moment mean, and how did it shift your path as an artist?
A: Hearing “Come With Me To Varanasi” on ASOT for the first time was unreal, and when listeners voted it Future Favorite the following week, I knew the melodies were connecting beyond my circle. That first play made me literally jump off the floor for joy! That was the nudge from “maybe” to “go all in,” and it opened the doors to more gigs, collabs, and confidence in my sound.

Q: Your music always feels like it’s pulling at the heartstrings while driving people to the dancefloor. How do you walk that line between euphoric energy and pure emotion when you’re in the studio?
A: For me, music is a journey and each track is a new path on that journey. I listen to my inner self and let the sound guide me. It feels sort of magical when I get into “flow” and everything just clicks into place. I live for the energy that Trance music brings. For me, it is very important that the tracks I play people can both listen to, but also dance to. I imagine myself on the dancefloor and listening to the new track I just made—how would it make me feel? Will it make me dance like nobody’s watching?

Q: Fans often call you the “crazy kid on steroids” behind the decks. How do you maintain that intensity and connection during your sets?
A: Well, it was actually Sied van Riel who started it. It is true, I am a menace when I jump on stage. I truly enjoy keeping the crowd energized. When they see the DJ having the best time in his life, it loosens them up and they go all in and enjoy themselves. I love connecting with the crowd and taking them on an adventure. No idea how, but I also felt what to play next, and so far, it has always worked out magically!

Q: You’ve given a lot back by mentoring the next generation of producers. What drives that side of you, and what’s the one piece of advice you always find yourself repeating to fresh producers? And if you had to describe ReOrder’s mission in one sentence, what would it be?
A: I take my students as my kids of sorts. I am already 40 and giving back is a natural part of my life. I really enjoy passing on the knowledge and seeing how the starting producers react with awe when they peek behind the curtain of music production. That is also a reason I started readyformasterclass.com—to reach more people and help nurture their talents. Because talent and technical skill are two completely different subjects. My most-repeated advice: Never give up, keep working hard, and make music you enjoy the most. Fans can feel when an artist pretends; they can see through it if you are doing something you don’t truly have in your veins.

Q: Your latest track, “You’re Not Alone,” is already seeing massive support, including Armin van Buuren playing it on A State Of Trance radio show last week. When you make an emotional track like this, how much of your heart goes into the hope that people will feel exactly what you felt when you hit “send” on the final master?
A: It is always scary to be honest. I have this sort of habit of always playing the new track while typing emails to the label. It gives me that kind of energy that fills me with positive vibes. As for the music itself, I always grab from my own experiences and with this one I had help from Alan, who is a true Trance lover and a great guy.

Q: Please take us inside the making of You’re Not Alone, from the first spark of inspiration to weaving in Sue McLaren’s vocals and shaping it into the final product.
A: I have worked with Sue in the past and her voice just hypnotizes me. She is like a siren calling out for sailors passing by. Alan and I spent a couple of hours over Zoom coming up with different ideas, and we sort of struggled with the main melody. So we took some time off and after about a month, I got the idea for this and the main hook was born. Then the hardest of all questions popped up—who should we talk to about vocals? It was then that I realized I knew the right person for the job. And I already know how it turned out last time.

Q: What’s next for you on both the studio and live front? Any upcoming productions or gigs you’re especially excited about?
A: In fact, I’m working on a second Crowd+Ctrl album while moving into a new house I built together with Sarka, where I’ll have my very first studio dedicated to only making music! We just started accepting demos, so more Reverie Sounds signings and a few collabs I’m buzzing about. Upcoming shows: Amsterdam Trance Event (ADE) on Oct 25, 2025 (Panama, Amsterdam), Oblivion Trance in Boxmeer on Nov 29, 2025, and a special surprise during ADE I don’t want to reveal just yet. :-)