For the 48th chapter of the ECLYPSE INVITES Podcast Series we have an artist that you must know if you like industrial techno. She can be easily defined as one of the powerhouses of this genre, thanks both to her vast experience on the field and her skills on the decks. Her style is constantly moving, representing her hunger for new sounds and rhythms but one thing stays constant and that’s the hard hitting result of her experiments. Welcome YANA ETC!
ECLYPSE: What is your name, age, and where are you from?
My name is Yanina, but everyone knows me with its short version, Yana. I’m 33 years old, originally from Belarus, and currently based in Poland
ECLYPSE: Why “Yana ETC”?
The name ETC came around quite randomly. Around 7–8 years ago, I started my first project called “Groza ETC” (Groza means “Thunder” in Russian). I organized a few events under that name, but eventually I closed the project.
Some time later, while in Kyiv, I went on a walk with a group of graffiti artists and I noticed that half the city was marked with the word “ETC.” I found out it was the acronym for “Erase The City,” a tag used by a well-known Ukrainian graffiti crew. At that point, I realized I had already come across “ETC” several times, and I felt it would be a perfect fit for my artist name
ECLYPSE: What inspired you to become an artist? Please tell us your story
I’ve always felt a deep connection to art. I started with painting, then transitioned into dancing. I worked as a professional dancer and I went on tour in China. While I was there, I realized I had stopped enjoying dance—mainly because of the music being played in the clubs. When I returned to Belarus, I decided to learn how to DJ.
At first, I didn’t take it very seriously and just wanted quick results. But mixing turned out to be more challenging than I expected. The more time and effort I put into it, the more I began to enjoy it. I clearly remember the incredible feeling of finally discovering what I truly wanted to do. I also started learning how to play vinyl, which I believe is one of the best ways—even for digital DJs—to improve their mixing skills.
I started getting my first gigs and running my own events in Belarus , then moved to Ukraine. After that, I spent some time living and playing in Goa, India. Later, I returned to Europe and lived for a few months in Ibiza and some other places. Traveling the world and being exposed to different music cultures has definitely influenced my musical taste.
A couple of years after I began DJing, I started producing music. Just like DJing, producing took time and patience to learn. But the ability to express my emotions through music kept me motivated. I began producing almost every day, and even when I’m not actively making music, I watch tutorials or videos to keep learning. I believe consistent learning and practice are key—and that’s something I continue to focus on
ECLYPSE: Who are the Producers and DJs you appreciate the most?
It’s hard to choose just a few influences, but when I started DJing, I was really inspired by Richie Hawtin, especially his early project Plastikman. And of course, Jeff Mills. There’s so much art in what they do, and I love their philosophy—like when they say: “Techno is a malleable form and a freedom to explore and express.”
When it comes to harder techno genres, I’ve been inspired by artists like DRAAG, DJ Valentimes, and UH. And of course, many more great artists have appeared on the scene since then—and are still appearing—that I really love
ECLYPSE: What are your expectations for the future?
That’s such a big question! Our future is unpredictable but musically I’m continuing to work on my labels, preparing both a live and hybrid project. In terms of gigs I definitely want to finally have All Night Long
ECLYPSE: Do you think Techno has evolved as a genre?
Yes—techno has always been, and will always be, a limitless form of expression. There are no strict rules. It’s a genre that keeps evolving and splitting into new sub-genres, offering complete freedom—not just to express existing sounds, but to create entirely new ones
ECLYPSE: How is your local DJ scene?
I won’t comment much on the Polish scene, since I’ve only been living here for a couple of years and I’m not deeply involved. But as for Belarus—we’ve developed our own unique sound in techno, and there are some strong collectives and talented artists. Unfortunately, the scene isn’t growing much right now. Many people have left the country, and those who stayed can’t really invite international artists or welcome foreign supporters, as the borders are closed and it’s very complicated to bring in people from abroad.
This has definitely affected the local scene, because music thrives on change, inspiration, and new experiences. If you want to check out some Belarusian collectives, I’d recommend SUNTHOID, System, and Edenn
ECLYPSE: What needs to be improved in our scene or in general?
My advice: don’t be afraid to experimen, that’s what techno is all about. In the beginning, you might not get many likes or recognition, because people often need time to understand and accept something new. But instead of copying what Instagram and TikTok trends are pushing, stay true to yourself. Don’t rush—real art and achievement take time, patience, and hard work
ECLYPSE: We know you run Sunthoid and Enochian. Could you tell us something about these labels/projects?
SUNTHOID was a project I started in Belarus with my ex-partner. We ran it together for a few years, and I’m really proud of how it has grown. These days, he mainly responsible for the label, while I’ve created my own project (ENOCHIAN) where I focus more on industrial, noise, and experimental music. My goal is to fully express my own vision and support talented artists—regardless of how many followers they have. What matters is the sound, not the numbers
ECLYPSE: Tell us something not many people know about you. For example, do you have any alter ego / alias that you use to produce and release music?
I do have one alias, but I prefer not to reveal it. I’ve realized that when people know a track is by a popular artist, it can get attention—even if the track itself isn’t anything special. And the opposite is also true. Sometimes people judge music based on the artist’s name or even their gender. So I’d rather keep that alias secret, so people focus purely on the music
Thank you so much for accepting ECLYPSE’s invite, we are looking forward to promoting your music in the future on our label, we are honored to have you here!
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