Rising from the racetrack to the decks, Max White has ignited the electronic music scene with his pulsating tech house sound, blending high-octane energy with cinematic precision. His debut single ‘Need You’ skyrocketed to #1 on Beatport, where he claimed a spot above electronic music like Armin van Buuren.
Now, with his latest release, the three-track EP Redline Dreams, he channels his past as a Formula 4 racer into a sonic journey of brooding melodies and chest-rattling basslines, featuring standout tracks like ‘Go Fast’, ‘Hit the Gas’, and ‘Cross the Line’. Having captivated crowds at iconic venues in Miami, Max White’s relentless drive and mechanical grooves are redefining the genre.
In our interview with Max White, we dive into the mind behind the music, exploring the inspirations and ambitions fuelling his meteoric rise. He also shares an exclusive melodic techno mix below! 
Stream Redline Dreams EP, while reading our interview with Max White below:
You’ve recently returned to the industry after a 20 year hiatus, with the release of your latest single ‘Need You’. The track catapulted to #1 on Beatport, and placed you above the likes of Armin van Buuren! The prospect of returning to the industry after such an extensive hiatus could feel too daunting for many artists, so what motivated you to return and drop ‘Need You’?
Music has always been at the core of who I am. Even while I stepped away from the scene, the drive to create never left me. ‘Need You’ was my way of reconnecting with that energy—something big, emotional, and built for the mainstage. I’ve always been drawn to the kind of music that brings people together in one massive moment, and Ultra felt like the perfect backdrop to launch that vision.
Your forthcoming debut EP Redline Dreams was inspired by your love for racing, and former career as a Formula 4 racer. How did you go about translating racing themes into this EP? Did you follow a specific process, or did you allow the artistic process to naturally unfold?
I’ve always been drawn to that intersection where rhythm meets adrenaline. As I started exploring melodic techno more deeply—especially its ability to fuse emotional depth with driving energy—I found it mirrored everything I loved about racing: focus, flow, intensity. I didn’t go in with a rigid concept; instead, I let the music evolve naturally. The grooves came first—something you could feel on a dancefloor but also cruise to on a midnight drive. From there, the racing influence showed up almost subconsciously. The sense of momentum, the tension and release, even the vocal lines—they all started echoing the feeling of being behind the wheel, pushing limits. I set out to make a melodic, groove-driven EP, but my history on the track made its way into every corner of it.
Did you have any moments of creative block during the production process? If so, how did you work through them?
Definitely. With the final track, ‘Cross the Line,’ I hit a point where it started veering too far into mainstage territory—it just wasn’t aligning with the melodic techno feel of the rest of the EP. To reset, I threw on a melodic techno playlist and muted some of my favorite racing films—Days of Thunder, Gran Turismo, even the original Fast and the Furious—and just watched. Letting the visuals play while immersing myself in the music helped me reconnect with the vibe I was aiming for. I started imagining what the soundtrack to those moments should feel like. That’s when the right ideas clicked—those soaring synths and that gritty, low-end bassline brought it all together. It finally felt like the closing chapter the EP needed.
What is your favourite part of the creative process and why?
What I love most is testing ideas live—dropping a bassline, a groove, or even just a loop from a work-in-progress into my sets and watching how the crowd reacts. That instant feedback is everything. If a section doesn’t move people, I know it needs work. I’ll go back, tweak the arrangement, reshape the groove, whatever it takes until it connects. For me, the studio and the dancefloor are part of the same process—music only comes alive when it makes people feel something in real time.
Is there anything you wish you knew before you started working on Redline Dreams?
I’ve always valued feedback from fellow DJs and producers, and I shared a lot of early versions of the tracks while working on Redline Dreams. But one thing I’ve learned is how easy it is to get pulled into trends—especially in electronic music where sounds move fast. Some people told me certain synth melodies felt a bit retro, like 80s-inspired techno. At first, I second-guessed it. But once I stopped trying to fit into a lane and just leaned into what felt right, those same melodies—paired with the right groove—became the heart of the EP. Trusting my instincts over industry noise was a big turning point in the process.
What do you hope your fans will take away from this EP?
With Redline Dreams, I want to carve out my place in the melodic techno space—but more than that, I want to take people on a ride. The EP is built to move dance floors with heavy grooves, but it’s also about capturing that adrenaline-fueled tension of racing. I want listeners to feel something—like they’re strapped into a race car, flying toward a blind corner at 200 mph. You don’t know if you’ll make it, if someone’s about to overtake you, or if you’re heading straight for the wall. That unpredictability, that edge-of-control energy—that’s the story I’m telling through the music.
You’re based in Miami, Florida which is known for its vibrant nightlife, and being a melting pot of diverse sounds and cultures. How has the Miami scene influenced your sound, career or creative direction so far?
I love being based in Miami. With full respect to the birthplaces of house and techno—Detroit, Chicago, Berlin—Miami today feels like the global crossroads of electronic music. Anchored by Ultra and Miami Music Week, the scene here pulses year-round. Whether it’s a club, a beach bar, a lounge, or even a coffee shop, electronic music is everywhere. And what makes it so inspiring is the diversity—on any given night you’ll hear afro house, hardcore techno, mainstage EDM, deep house, and of course, melodic techno. That range constantly fuels my creativity. As a DJ and producer, I draw from it all. My sets blend my own tracks with the best of Latin house, afro house, and whatever else keeps the energy high. It’s a city that pushes you to stay versatile, and I love that.
Aside from your EP, what else have you got in the pipeline for the near future? Are there any performances, collaborations or other projects we should keep an eye out for?
This year is shaping up to be massive. I’ve got some exciting new music on the way, including a collab with Miami tech house legend Basilone. In July, I’m kicking off my summer tour in Ibiza, with some secret stops across Europe to be announced soon. And of course, I’ll be back in Miami for the winter season, bringing fresh energy and big sets to the city that’s always been home.
Stream Max White‘s exclusive mix for YourEDM below:
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