I want to address some important points that have become increasingly concerning. Every day, I receive at least 20 comments likening me to „Sewercopy no. 3948,“ „sewercopy,“ or other variations. This misunderstanding needs clarification.

Hello! I’m Shiny, a 26-year-old musician from Bavaria, Germany. I’ve been creating music since 2014, starting with FL Studio before transitioning to Ableton in 2015. My journey began with ambient and cinematic effects, evolving into jungle music by 2017. From 2018 onwards, I explored techno and house music, alongside my role as a town DJ performing at prominent venues like Berlin’s Birgit Club, KitKat, and Der Weiße Hase. I’ve also had the privilege of playing at festivals such as Germany’s Sputnik Springbreak and various clubs worldwide, including the Input Club in Spain.

Why is this relevant? Understanding my musical journey is crucial. I’ve been immersed in music for over a decade, using it as a form of personal therapy. I was producing jungle music before Sewerslvt emerged, and I had significant festival appearances before their Spotify profile was even created.

Why am I accused of copying Sewerslvt? There are a few reasons:

1. Artist Name: My new artist name is „shinyflvres,“ with an ‚A‘ replaced by a ‚V.‘ Ironically, I was unaware of Sewerslvt when I chose this name. It stems from my old Xbox Gamertag and ICQ handle, „Flvres“ and „Y3zFlvrezZz.“ During my youth, many people used trendy characters like ‚V‘ in their usernames, reflected in my previous handle „xXxStylezFlvrezZz“ (yes, cringe-worthy).
2. Music Style: I specialize in „Atmospheric Drum and Bass,“ characterized by pads, subtle melodies, DnB drums, and amen breaks. Fans of Sewerslvt often compare our use of pads, atmospheres, and basslines. However, using pads with effects like vibrato or chorus isn’t unique—these techniques have been around long before Sewerslvt’s time. Similarly, creating Reese basslines (a saw wave with unison voices) is a fundamental skill in electronic music, which I explored in my techno tracks as early as 2017-2018.
3. Personal Background: I live with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and autism, conditions that profoundly influence my creative process. My schizophrenia emerged in 2019 due to substance use, a challenge I navigate with ongoing support. These experiences shape my music as a form of personal expression and healing.

To be clear, I’ve never aimed to copy Sewerslvt or anyone else. While we produce similar genres on the same platform with similar tools, this is a reflection of shared interests rather than imitation. For instance, we both utilize the Chorus-Ensemble stock plugin for its nostalgic, old radio sound effect in our pads.

I share a deep respect for Sewerslvt’s atmospheric drum and bass music, discovering her through unwarranted hate comments ironically led me to appreciate her emotional depth. This influence, alongside others like Enrico Sangiuliano and HXTC, enriches my music in various ways, from emotional nuances to technical skills.

In conclusion, „There was one phone, there are many now. There was one car, there are many now. There was one artist, there are many now.“ This quote reflects the natural evolution and inspiration in art and music. I’m grateful for the diverse influences that shape my music and appreciate Sewerslvt’s contributions to the genre.

If you still believe that I am attempting to copy Sewerslvt or mimic her music in any way, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me on Instagram. I make it a point to read every message I receive there, and I am more than willing to discuss it openly. I’m not one to shy away from conversation; I enjoy clarifying things, so please feel free to ask me anytime.

Thank you for taking the time to read through all of this. My hope is that we can now move forward in harmony and share our love for music together. Music embodies peace and serves as a form of therapy; there is no need for conflict. Let’s unite, inspire each other, and grow stronger together.

– Shiny