Beatportal Exclusive: Massano – Natural A Debut Album Built on Instinct, Chaos, and Connection

Across 15 tracks, the project captures the full emotional spectrum of a modern touring artist—blending fast-paced chaos with moments of cinematic calm. It’s a record that doesn’t aim for perfection but rather truth: the truth of long nights, the emotional residue of endless cities, the split-second moments on stage where everything clicks. Within it all is the Massano signature—powerful, high-energy club weapons balanced against melodic depth and emotional resonance.

Natural wasn’t storyboarded from the start. Each track was born independently, sparked by different inspirations, crafted without the pressure of fitting into a larger structure. But as Massano stepped back and reviewed his work over time, the pieces Natural formed a whole. These weren’t just tracks—they were moments, milestones, reflections of where he was at different points in his journey. That organic process became the album’s guiding principle. “The tracks weren’t designed to sit together,” he explains, “they just belonged together.” That feeling is clearest on Welcome to the Underworld, originally intended as a DJ intro. Its opening lyric—“we are united in existence”—became a spiritual starting point, introducing not just the album but the broader narrative behind his label Simulate: a story of connection in a simulated, fragmented world.

The sonic identity of Natural was forged not in solitude but in the heat of the dancefloor. Every track was tested, tweaked, and rewritten—sometimes twenty times over—in response to the energy of a crowd. From underground clubs to massive festivals, each setting left its mark on the music. “Every show contributes something,” says Massano. “It’s about making tracks that hit no matter the room—whether it's a hundred people or twenty thousand.” That dedication to live functionality doesn’t dilute the artistry—it sharpens it. The tracks feel lived-in, built to move bodies but layered with emotional weight.

If Natural tells a story of personal growth, it also charts the evolution of Massano’s professional world. The album features collaborations with artists like CamelPhat, Anyma and Stephan Bodzin, —names he once admired from the crowd. These aren’t superficial pairings; they represent a shift from fan to peer, a recognition of his place in the upper tier of the scene. “It’s surreal,” he says. “I used to dream about working with these people. Now I’m producing music with them and calling them friends.” The chemistry is palpable, with each collaboration bringing a distinct texture while still feeding into the album’s cohesive atmosphere.

As much as Natural is a musical statement, it’s also a visual one. Massano has long seen the visual dimension as inseparable from the sound. For this project, he took it further than ever—commissioning unique visual treatments for each track and then stitching them into a 55-minute visual album. It’s an ambitious, experimental move that turns the album into a filmic experience, available for anyone to stream on YouTube. “It’s a bit of a world-first in how we’ve done it,” he explains. “Each visual evolves with the music and adds to the story. It’s something I hope people can experience alone or with friends, not just in a club.”

While the melodic techno space has seen saturation in recent years, Massano’s approach on Natural isn’t chasing trends. If anything, it’s pulling away from them. The album’s title is more than a nod—it’s a manifesto. Every sound, every visual, every lyric flowed from instinct. There was no overplanning, no checklist. Just expression. “I think people are starting to break away from the formulaic stuff,” he says. “Hopefully this album encourages others to carve their own path too.” The project is a testament to self-reliance: self-produced, self-released on his label Simulate, with self-directed visuals and art. It’s proof that it’s possible to build something meaningful without waiting for permission.

Simulate, Massano’s label, isn’t just a platform—it’s a reflection of his artistic DNA. And with Natural, that connection is seamless. There’s no line between label and artist, between brand and personal identity. It’s all one vision. “The ideas behind Simulate already align with who I am as an artist,” he explains. “It’s not something I have to think about. It just happens Natural.” That symmetry means every track serves a dual purpose: telling Massano’s story while expanding the world of Simulate, one beat at a time.

Above all, Natural is about connection—between Massano and his fans, between the artist and the dancefloor, between emotion and intensity. The album isn’t just a collection of club tracks. It’s a rollercoaster. Highs and lows. Bombastic and restrained. Chaotic and cinematic. It captures the paradox of modern life—especially for an artist constantly in motion. “I want people to feel like they’ve been on the journey with me,” he says. “This album is a way for them to feel a little closer—to feel like they helped shape it.”

With Natural, Massano hasn’t just released an album. He’s opened a portal into his world—one where chaos and clarity, instinct and intention, all collide in sound. And in doing so, he’s added a bold new chapter to the evolution of melodic techno—on his own terms.