NUTMEG
(ALA / DJ / Composer)
Tokyo-based DJ and composer whose sound merges the emotional drive of 90s trance with the layered textures of psychedelic techno.
Her sets are built as long-form narratives that explore tension and release, using expansive pads, deep atmospheric layers, and trance-inflected peaks to shape immersive journeys across clubs, outdoor festivals, and intimate spaces. Reading the energy of each environment, she guides the floor with a strong sense of storytelling that unfolds over time.
In 2025, she released her debut EP, *TipLia*. Her upcoming two-track EP will be released as the inaugural release of a new European label. German duo Space Drum Meditation have incorporated both her released and unreleased material into their DJ sets, continuing to support her music.
She is the founder and curator of the ALA party series, where she handles programming and on-site production to create coherent musical experiences. Through releases on European labels and collaborations with both domestic and international artists, she continues to expand her sonic vocabulary and cultivate cross-border connections.
Drawing on experience across clubs, outdoor festivals, and event organization, she approaches DJing as more than track selection—creating atmosphere through careful musical direction and a deep understanding of space.
With a multicultural background as a one-quarter American artist, NUTMEG centers her practice on transforming environments through sound. By blending classic trance emotion with contemporary techno aesthetics, she listens closely to the rhythm of the dancefloor, shaping emotional landscapes that evolve throughout each performance