Noise Souls has spent the past year crafting one of the most focused journeys in drum and bass, delivering a new release every month through Dirtbox Recordings. His Tape Pack Project stands as a cinematic exploration of growth, emotion, and consistency. We caught up with him to discuss closing this defining chapter and where his creative path leads next.

The Tape Pack Project has been such a consistent journey across the past year. How did it feel reaching the end of this cycle with Sequence V12?
Reaching the end of this cycle with Sequence V12 is a mix of satisfaction, nostalgia, and renewed energy. The Tape Pack project was a journey of constant growth: month after month, each release represented a different challenge, a new story, and a sonic evolution. Seeing that entire journey come to a close with this final chapter is truly special. I feel that Sequence V12 summarizes everything I learned during the year and, at the same time, opens the door to what's next. It's an ending, yes, but also the beginning of a new stage.

What was your mindset going into the final stretch of releases, especially knowing this would close out the whole Tape Pack chapter?
In the final stretch, I had a very focused yet emotional mindset. I knew these last releases weren't just "more tracks," but the closing of a chapter that had been with me for a whole year. That led me to work with more intention, more detail, and more creative responsibility. I wanted each sound to reflect the essence of the project and, at the same time, leave a clear mark of the journey. I entered this final stage with the idea of ​​honouring everything we had built and giving it a fitting end, something that felt complete and meaningful, both for me and for those who followed the Tape Pack Project from the beginning.

There is a real cinematic energy running through the Sequence series. Was there an overarching concept or emotion tying the tracks together?
Yes, there was definitely a concept running through the entire Sequence series: the idea of ​​an “inner journey.” Each track was born from a very specific emotion—tension, freedom, introspection, impulse—but they were all connected by a larger narrative, almost like scenes from the same film. I wanted each song to work independently, but for them to convey that sense of movement, of transition, of moving toward something when listened to together. That cinematic energy came precisely from treating each release as a distinct chapter of the same emotional story, where the contrasts and moods function as part of a continuous narrative.

You have been releasing one track a month through Dirtbox Recordings for a full year. How did that pace affect your creative flow and studio routine?
Releasing a track a month for a year through Dirtbox Recordings completely transformed my creative process and studio routine. That consistent pace forced me to be more disciplined, more organised, and above all, more honest with my ideas. There was no room for endless perfection: I had to create, finish, and move on. But most importantly, this process became much more natural thanks to Dirtbox. From day one, I felt like I'd found a home, a place where my sound fit and where I could express myself without filters. That gave me the confidence to experiment, to take risks, and to truly enjoy every stage of the project. Instead of exhausting me, the monthly schedule ended up boosting my creativity because I knew I had a label that was there for me and supported me with every release.

Coming from Argentina, how do you feel your surroundings and local scene influence your approach to drum and bass?
Although I'm Argentinian, the truth is that my environment and the local scene don't have much influence on my approach to drum and bass. Mainly because, to be honest, in my country, I'm not always given much space or many opportunities within the genre. Over time, this led me to stop focusing on the local scene and look outwards, towards communities and labels where I truly connected with the music I want to make. My inspiration comes more from what I listen to, what I experience, and the international scene, which is where I found the space to grow and develop my sound without limitations. This isn't a negative stance: I've simply learned that my creative path flows better when I don't constrain it by the local environment, but rather when I let it expand towards where it truly finds its voice.

The Tape Pack format has highlighted your progression beautifully. Which track or moment in the series do you think best captures your sound right now?
Honestly, I couldn't choose a single track or moment that represents my current sound. Precisely because my sound changed so much thanks to the entire journey of the series. Each release refined something: an intention, a mood, a technique, a different way of building energy. More than a specific track, it's the entire Tape Pack Project process that shaped who I am musically today. My current sound is the result of that month-by-month evolution, of having gone through different approaches and emotions. That's why I can't stick with just one: my true identity emerged from the whole journey, not from a single isolated episode.

How has working with Dirtbox Recordings shaped your development as an artist over these releases?
Working with Dirtbox Recordings was fundamental to my development as an artist. After a long journey, I was finally able to turn professional thanks to the label. More than just a release platform, it became a place where I could truly grow, learn, and refine my musical identity. There was constant dialogue throughout the entire process, which made a huge difference. And, above all, the relationship with Lee was key: he's a great person with whom I shared ideas daily, always with an open, constructive, and enthusiastic approach. This continuous exchange not only helped me perfect each track but also helped me better understand my own sound and where I wanted to take it. Ultimately, Dirtbox didn't just influence my evolution: it made it possible.

You have built a following that connects with both the technical side of your production and the emotion in your music. How do you balance those two elements in your writing process?
For me, the balance between the technical and the emotional stems from the creative process itself. I always start with a feeling, an image, or an emotion I want to convey. That's the foundation that guides everything: the mood, the intention, and the narrative of the track. From there, the technical aspects come into play as a tool to shape that emotion. I like to work on the details, the drums, the textures, the spaces, the energy shifts, but always with the idea that every technical decision has to enhance what I want people to feel, not mask it. I think people connect precisely because both elements coexist without competing. The technical aspects support the structure and the sonic identity, while the emotional aspects give it life and purpose. When both come together naturally, that exact point appears where the music ceases to be just production and becomes an experience.

Looking ahead to 2026, are there any new directions or collaborations you are already exploring now that the Tape Pack Project has wrapped?
Yes, by 2026, we'll have already made a lot of progress, and we're still building on it. The closing of the Tape Pack Project wasn't an ending, but rather the impetus to explore new directions and collaborations that truly motivate me. Lee UHF (Dirtbox label owner) and I have been busy collaborating on a huge number of projects. They're all finished, and we have over 30 tracks ready to go. I feel that next year will be a pivotal point in my artistic growth. Without a doubt, 2026 is going to be a great year.

You are stranded on a desert island with one turntable, a generator and one record. What is it going to be?
Without hesitation, I'd put on "Sequence V1 Microbes." It has that profound atmosphere that always accompanies me during a serious moment of introspection. It's a track that keeps me connected to myself, even in silence, and on a desert island, it would be exactly what I'd need to keep my mind focused and my spirit calm.

As Noise Souls closes the door on his Tape Pack Project with Dirtbox Recordings, the sense of evolution is undeniable. His cinematic and emotionally charged approach continues to set a unique tone within modern drum and bass, and with a raft of new collaborations ready to surface, 2026 looks set to be another defining chapter in his story.