Serious Songwriter: Davide Kharfi
Davide Kharfi
Location:
Milan, Italy
Tell us about yourself:
I'm an Italian-Moroccan producer, based in Milan and I'm one of Italy’s youngest DJs – having opened for Skrillex, Steve Aoki, Martin Garrix, Malaa, and more. My debut single "Hei Bae" aired on the main Italian radios and launched my career in the heart of the Italian scene. With this new single, Exception To, I want to express all the energy I experience with my choice of sounds: sweet arpeggios, a rough bassline, and vocals by the Italian-American Cristina Lizzul completes it all. In addition, I have received support from Kygo, Diplo, The Chainsmokers, and released an official remix for Benny Benassi's song "Universe" via Ultra Records. My recent release “Don’t Waste My Time” feat. Jade Million, placed on the Top 10 Electronic Dance Music chart in Italy within the first week of it’s release.
Name of your most recent release:
Why are you a songwriter?
I'm a songwriter because I have to express myself beyond saying things, and music allows me to exercise these feelings.
What accomplishment are you most proud of?
The best goal I have achieved so far is to have my fans being able to automatically recognize my sound when some of my songs are on the radio or on streaming services!
Share the most interesting writing experience you ever had:
I was producing a very quiet track of mine with chill guitars. I had to finish within the week but I lacked the voice, I started writing the lyrics without ever having had any kind of expertise on the subject, and I love how it came out in the end. The track is called "Colder"
What makes you unique as a songwriter?
I think what makes me unique as a songwriter is the desire to always get involved. In terms of sound, very aggressive percussion with very celestial arpeggios make my style unique.
If you could write with anyone (dead or alive) who would it be and why?
The Weeknd and Avicii would be incredible.
How can the Serious Songwriter community help you?
I'd love to connect with more writers to collaborate with!
What can you help the Serious Songwriter community with?
I can help provide additional exposure via my socials (25k+ reach total, verified), fans from a new country (Italy) which could expand opportunities.