Today we’d like to introduce you to George (Tekkman) Shohat.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
My journey in music started at a very young age. I began DJing when I was just 13 years old, completely fascinated by the energy of music, nightlife, and the emotional connection that DJs could create with a crowd. What started as passion quickly became an obsession. I spent countless hours studying music, practicing transitions, understanding rhythm, percussion, and learning how to control the energy of a room through sound.
Growing up, I was heavily influenced by House music, Progressive House, Tribal rhythms, Latin grooves, and electronic music from around the world. I always loved music that made people feel something deeply — music that connects cultures, emotions, and movement together. Over the years, I developed my own sound, blending Afro House, Tribal House, Funky House, and Tech House into a high-energy style that became the identity of TEKKMAN.
As I got older, music evolved from a hobby into a full career. I started performing at clubs, private events, lounges, and eventually larger venues, while also dedicating myself to music production and studio engineering. I understood early on that being an artist today means building a complete vision — not only DJing, but producing records, creating a brand, understanding the business, and constantly evolving creatively.
One of the biggest turning points in my career was beginning to release music internationally and receiving recognition from respected labels and artists within the electronic music industry. Having releases supported by labels such as Toolroom, Spinnin’ Deep, Nervous Records, and Make The Girls Dance helped elevate my name globally and introduced my sound to a much wider audience.
Tracks like “Tik Tok,” “Coco Loco,” and collaborations such as “Yoruba” helped create strong momentum for me on platforms like Beatport and within the Afro House & Indie Dance community worldwide. Seeing my music chart internationally was a surreal moment because it reflected years of sacrifice, consistency, and belief in my vision.
Today, beyond performing and producing music, I also focus heavily on building the TEKKMAN brand and expanding projects such as the AFROMANIA Podcast and TEKKMANIA Music. My goal is not only to release records, but to create experiences and platforms that support the culture and future of Afro House music globally.
What continues to inspire me most is the connection with people. Whether I’m in the studio creating a track or performing live in front of a crowd, the objective is always the same: to make people feel energy, emotion, freedom, and unity through music.
The music industry is not always easy. There are challenges, sacrifices, sleepless nights, and constant pressure to evolve. But music has always been part of who I am. Starting this journey at 13 years old taught me discipline, patience, and resilience very early in life.
I still approach every performance and every release with the same excitement I had as a kid discovering music for the first time. That passion is what keeps pushing me forward.
My vision for the future is to continue growing internationally, collaborating with influential artists, performing at major festivals and iconic venues around the world, and continuing to help push House Music Indie Dance and Afro House music to even greater heights globally.
At the end of the day, TEKKMAN is more than just a DJ name — it represents energy, culture, rhythm, and a lifelong dedication to music.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road, and I think that’s true for most artists who are serious about building something long-term. One of the biggest challenges early on was balancing passion with consistency. There are countless hours behind the scenes that people don’t see — long nights in the studio, investing into music and equipment, learning production through trial and error, and staying motivated even when results don’t come immediately.
Another challenge was finding my own identity in such a competitive industry. Electronic music moves fast, trends change constantly, and it’s easy to get lost trying to follow what everyone else is doing. I had to spend years developing a sound that genuinely represented me and felt authentic to my roots and influences rather than chasing temporary trends.
Like many independent artists, I also faced the business side of the industry — building relationships, getting music heard, handling rejections, and learning how to grow a brand from the ground up without major backing in the beginning. There were moments where opportunities didn’t work out, releases got delayed, or things simply didn’t happen as planned, but those experiences taught me resilience and patience.
I think another struggle is that people often only see the highlights on social media, not the sacrifices behind them. This career requires a lot of discipline, personal sacrifice, and belief in yourself, especially during periods where growth feels slow.
At the same time, those challenges shaped me into the artist I am today. Every setback pushed me to work harder, improve my craft, and stay focused on the bigger vision for TEKKMAN.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
As TEKKMAN, I’m a DJ, music producer, and artist focused primarily on Afro House, Indie Dance and House music, with strong influences from Tribal, Latin, Funky, and Underground. My work is centered around creating high-energy, percussion-driven music that connects emotionally while still being powerful enough for peak-time dancefloors and festival environments.
What I specialize in most is blending different cultural rhythms and musical influences into a sound that feels both global and authentic. I’ve always been passionate about groove, percussion, and atmosphere, so my productions are very rhythm-focused while still carrying strong melodic and emotional elements. Whether it’s in the studio or behind the decks, my goal is always to create an experience that people can truly feel, not just hear.
Over the years, I’ve become known for energetic DJ performances, strong crowd connection, and a signature sound that combines Afro House, Indie Dance and House Music energy with Latin and tribal textures. I’m also proud of building TEKKMAN independently and growing the project organically through consistency, relationships, and genuine passion for the culture and music.
One of the things I’m most proud of is earning support and opportunities within the international Afro House & Indie Dance scene, including releases connected with respected labels such as Make The Girls Dance and collaborations with artists and industry figures I’ve admired for years. Seeing my music resonate with audiences across different countries and cultures has been incredibly rewarding.
What sets me apart is authenticity. I never wanted TEKKMAN to sound like a copy of what’s trending. My sound reflects my background, experiences, and the musical influences that shaped me over the years. I focus heavily on emotion, percussion, groove, and storytelling within my sets and productions. I also approach the project with both an artist and visionary mindset — not just making tracks, but building a recognizable identity and experience around the music
How do you think about luck?
I think luck definitely plays a role in every career, especially in the music industry, but I also believe luck only becomes meaningful when preparation meets opportunity. There have been moments in my journey where being in the right place at the right time, meeting the right people, or having the right track reach the right ears opened important doors for me. Opportunities like industry connections, label relationships, and support from respected artists all came from moments that could be considered good luck.
At the same time, I’ve also experienced setbacks and difficult moments that felt like bad luck — projects not moving forward, releases getting delayed, missed opportunities, or situations where timing simply wasn’t on my side. But looking back, many of those moments helped me grow stronger, more focused, and more patient as an artist and entrepreneur.
What I’ve learned is that consistency creates opportunities for luck to happen. The more work you put in, the more prepared you are when opportunities appear. In this industry, talent alone is rarely enough. You need discipline, persistence, relationships, timing, and the ability to keep going even when things don’t happen immediately.
So while luck has absolutely played a role in my story, I believe the biggest factor has been staying committed to the vision, continuing to improve my craft, and being ready when the right opportunities came along.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://tekkmanmusic.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tekkmanmusicofc?igsh=MWphY2VhYXJndTZ5Yg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TekkmanMusicOfc
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/tekkmanmusicofc
- Other: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4amut0vklLIj9lY81yEHtj?si=jj3GsOoaSy-qu0wsfZ6k-Q
