24/08/2026
Check out the new with Shift 7 & Kevin Kee 👇
1. How did you guys meet?
Frank and I met more than 28 years ago in a club scene around Stuttgart. At the time, Frank had already secured his first residency at a very popular club, while I was still enjoying nightlife from the dance floor as a guest. It took me another year or two before I started playing records myself and began my own journey as a DJ. Music brought us together back then, and it has remained a central part of our friendship ever since.
2. Do you always collaborate, or do you do solo projects as well?
While we love working together, we are not limited to collaborations. Our partnership is built on friendship, shared musical taste, and mutual respect, but we also enjoy pursuing our own creative ideas independently. Having both collaborative and solo projects allows us to express different sides of our musical personalities.
3. What more can we expect from you in 2026?
There is definitely a lot more to come. I have several solo projects planned for the near future, as well as another exciting collaboration currently in development. Frank has only recently stepped deeper into the production side of music, but he's fully committed and growing quickly with every project. His first solo release is already being planned. At the same time, we're working on a follow-up to “F3iends”, so we're very excited about the rest of this year and the years ahead. We feel that this journey is only just beginning.
4. Do you guys have any hobbies next to music?
Of course! Music takes up a huge part of our lives, but we both believe it's important to maintain balance. We enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling, staying active, and simply experiencing life outside the studio. In many ways, those experiences become inspiration for the music we create.
5. Tell us how F3iends was created.
“F3iends” is much more than just a track. It represents a friendship that has lasted for decades. Like any long-lasting friendship, we've had periods where life took us in different directions, but true friendships always find their way back. Our shared passion for music remained a constant throughout the years.
Since Frank never really had the opportunity to produce music himself, and I had already released several tracks previously under my artist name “Rocking J”, there was never any doubt that I wanted to help him turn that dream into reality. Creating music together felt like the natural next step in our journey.
The result was “F3iends”, Frank's first official release and a musical celebration of a friendship that has stood the test of time. More than anything, it symbolizes loyalty, passion, and the belief that genuine friendships can overcome every challenge.
