"Music is love beyond words. It's a language that expresses emotions when words fall short.
Ashik Mohamed MZ (stage name Ashik MZ) is a Chennai-based artist who creates music that blends emotion with futuristic storytelling. He explores themes of love, technology, and the human experience through cinematic soundscapes—experimenting across EDM, indie pop, electronic, and acoustic influences.
His journey began in school choir and Christmas carol performances, which sparked a lifelong passion for singing, production, and songwriting. Today, Ashik crafts songs that people don't just hear, but experience.
About the Artist
Tell us about yourself
“I create music that blends emotion with futuristic storytelling, exploring themes of love, technology, and the human experience through cinematic soundscapes. Rather than staying within one genre, I enjoy experimenting with EDM, indie pop, electronic, and acoustic influences—letting each song find the sound it deserves. My goal is simple: to create music that people don't just hear, but experience.”
How did your music journey begin?
“My music journey began with my school choir and Christmas carol performances, where I discovered my love for singing and performing. Those experiences inspired me to explore music production, songwriting, and composition. Over time, that passion grew into creating original music that blends emotion with modern, cinematic, and electronic sounds.”
What inspired you to become an artist?
“The belief that music has the power to heal. A single song can comfort someone, bring back memories, or help them through difficult moments. Knowing that my music can make even a small positive difference in someone's life is what inspires me to keep creating.”
Creative Process
DAW
FL Studio (primary), with other tools and plugins for shaping sound.
Favourite Plugins
Omnisphere, Kontakt, SwarPlug
Signature Sound
Cinematic storytelling + modern electronic production. Emotional melodies, atmospheric textures, and powerful drops.
Influences
A. R. Rahman, Martin Garrix, Avicii
Latest Release: Padhama
Story behind the track
Padhama is set in a futuristic world where love exists through a simulation. It's about two people who share a perfect connection inside a virtual reality, but begin questioning whether their emotions are programmed or truly real. I wanted to explore how technology might change relationships while reminding us that genuine feelings can exist beyond code.
“I hope listeners first notice the emotion hidden beneath the energy. While the track has a vibrant electronic sound, it's really telling the story of two hearts trying to find what's real in a simulated world.”
Career Highlights
Biggest Achievement
Releasing original music to the world. Seeing my songs on streaming platforms and reaching listeners.
Favourite Performance
Performing original songs on multiple stages in front of large crowds—seeing people connect with my music.
Top 3 Releases
- Padhama – futuristic EDM love story
- Babe – emotional track about love in a simulated future
- Nanganallur Connect – high-energy storytelling
Quick Facts
- Dream Collaboration: Yuvan Shankar Raja
- Favourite Artist: Anirudh Ravichander
- Favourite Festival: Anirudh Live Concert
- Studio Time: Night, always – fewer distractions, more creativity.
Future Plans
Next single: Unai Kaanamal – a more emotional and intimate track, releasing this month.
Next year: More original music, exploring new sounds while staying true to storytelling, and performing on more stages.