Skrillex: 'The industry is like politics - it's designed to be almost impossible to understand'

Skrillex has shared a tribute to the late producer Quincy Jones, while also revealing details about his next project.

The electronic producer and DJ took to social media to share memories of meeting Jones, who passed away on 3rd November aged 91. "I got to meet Quincy jones once. He came to one of my shows and spent the time to chat after… I'll never forget that. He's my absolute hero and his passing has definitely put some things into perspective," Skrillex wrote.

Following the tribute, Skrillex - real name Sonny Moore - discussed his upcoming release, which will mark his final project with Atlantic Records. "I've never felt more inspired and in lockstep with my intentions as an artist. As I'm nearing completion of my next work and my final project for Atlantic Records, I can't help but feel very existential about it all," he shared.

Moore also detailed his plans following the release, stating: "I'm thrilled to get this out and focus on more release[s] in [2025] as an 'independent' artist. But 'independent' is such a strange term because I still depend on my team as well as all the other creatives and executors to do what I do."

The producer further elaborated on his views regarding the music industry, noting: "Now I'm able to rethink/relook at how the structures are designed. I want to find ways to simplify decimating music and art. I see lots of artist in a constant panic... The industry is like politics, it's designed to be almost impossible to understand. I've seen so man artist get caught up in the illusion and delusion of the business. It's a dangerous job to be a young artist. It really is in the journey... and the best things come when they aren't expected."

The announcement follows Moore's two album releases in 2023, 'Quest For Fire' and 'Don't Get Too Close', alongside performances with Fred Again.. and Four Tet at Madison Square Garden and a headline slot at Coachella's second weekend.