Interview: Deva
Photography by Daniel Molnar
Deva is a Hungarian singer-songwriter and producer who creates electronic music infused with traditional Hungarian folk elements. Her musical journey began in childhood with choir participation and folk dancing, leading her to attend a music-focused elementary school. During secondary school, she developed an interest in electronic genres like techno and ambient. Influenced by artists such as alt-J, Nils Frahm, Weval, Four Tet, Tame Impala, and composer Zoltán Kodály, Deva sought to blend the emotional depth of folk music with electronic sounds.
What inspires your music?
Nature-focused life, those people's songs who lived on their own land - folk songs
Who are some of your influences?
Hungarian folk songs, indie-pop-rock artists like Alt-J, ambient music, trance.
What are some of your favorite memories from your career?
My first concert as Deva ever, and the concert hall was full. I was amazed; it was magical.
Which of your projects do you love the most?
Now it's Bölcső, beacuse a lot of time passed by and I can relate to it so much.
Who are some of the collaborators who helped you create your favorite works?
What are you most excited to bring to your fans next?
The new album to the summer season. Can't wait to do it on festivals!
What are your goals for this upcoming year?
Festivals, feeling free on stage.
How can your fans and our readers best support you right now?
Listening to the songs of the new album :)
