Hi everyone!
When it comes to my own music, it’s incredibly difficult to say, "This track is the best," and "This is number 3." So, I’m presenting this top three in random order. It would be much more interesting if you wrote in the comments which of the three tracks you liked the most.
All three songs are in Ukrainian, as I am Ukrainian. That said, I plan to release English-language songs more frequently in 2026.
Move, Baby (Рухайся, мала) [Ukrainian Deep version 2025] - DJ Bogdan Karasiov & Aurora.
The next song sheds light on (I emphasize: sheds light on, rather than mocks) the issue of the so-called "civil marriage," which is very widespread these days. I am convinced that this is a source of real pain for many women and represents absolute selfishness (swinish behavior) on the part of many men.
Aurora sings in the chorus:
"Kinda married, kinda married,
Kinda married...
But actually just a lover —
An unmarried lover."
Kinda Married (По типу замужем) [2025 Ukrainian Deep Original Track] - Dj Bogdan Karasiov & Aurora.
When it comes to audience reaction, this next track, "Careless," received the most views on Facebook during its first week (hitting 2,900 in just a couple of days). Although in absolute numbers "Careless" hasn't yet caught up to my song "Supermodel" (which currently has 6,000+ views over 3 months), I believe that over a span of a few months, "Careless" has the potential to take the #1 spot in "audience choice" (judging by the view count).
However, for some reason, YouTube threw this track into a shadowban. In principle, I often walk the line of 18+ content, and algorithms frequently punish me for it, so I stopped being surprised long ago.
Careless (Безтурботна) [Short Ukrainian Deep Version] - DJ Bogdan Karasiov & Aurora.
What I constantly label as "Ukrainian Deep" is actually my experimental style — a mix of Eurodance and Deep House.
For the basslines, I really love using syncopated rhythms dominated by triplets and quintuplets, all while keeping the foundation strictly House 4/4. This creates a polyrhythm and an incredibly rolling, even more danceable groove.
These syncopations would clearly point towards the Garage style if it weren't for the classic House kick drum at the core. However, I am increasingly steering my style toward what I’ve already coined "UA Garage" (no, that’s not a typo for UK Garage; "UA" stands for Ukraine). That said, you will hear the pure "UA Garage" sound from me in 2026. It is the logical evolution of Ukrainian Deep, moving from an experimental stage to something more polished and formed.
In essence, what I’m doing is trying to bottle two "schools" of House music into one blend: the powerful rhythms of Chicago and the soulful vocals of New York. I frequently demand melismas and soulful vibrato from Aurora, and I constantly "torture" her to make sure she pushes that falsetto to the limit.
FROM THE HEAVENS TO THE EARTH
Throughout 2025, I bet everything on the "voluntary donation" model. I worked 7 days a week on music and clip-making, releasing dozens of full songs with vibrant videos into the public domain for free. I constantly urged people to donate (because, sadly, I cannot create art on solar energy alone).
And do you know what I received for the entire year of 2025?
About 1,200,000 views on Facebook and... three donations totaling $30.
These are killer statistics that taught me a harsh lesson: relying solely on audience gratitude is not a viable strategy.
There were indeed three kind souls, but let's agree: living and working for a whole year on $30 is a "God-mode" difficulty task. I survived this year thanks to my old cryptocurrency reserves, but this cannot go on.
Therefore, in 2026, I am radically shifting my workflow to a more direct, transparent economic model:
1. Patreon Exclusives.
Full versions of new songs will be available only for my Patrons. Social media will only get 30-45 second teasers.
2. Single Track Purchase.
You will also be able to buy a specific song directly for your playlist for the price of a cup of coffee ($1.20). I set this symbolic price aiming for mass adoption. If a thousand people buy a track for a dollar — that is my reward. This option is for those who find a subscription inconvenient or just want one specific banger.
In conclusion, I invite you to join my Patreon.
I am done asking for donations. I offer a direct, honest, and fair deal: you pay a $5 monthly subscription, and I commit to dropping a new club track every Friday (that’s a minimum of 4 updates per month).
UPCOMING RELEASES
December 31, 2025 (New Year's Eve)
I will be dropping an Instrumental Ukrainian Deep Remix of La Bouche's legendary hit "Be My Lover", featuring a saxophone lead replacing the original vocals.
Since this is a tribute remix of a well-known global hit, I do not plan to monetize it. It will be released for free to everyone as a holiday gift.
January 2, 2026
I am releasing my unique original track "Enlightenment" (Просвітлення), which explores the archetypes of Alice in Wonderland.
Attention: As part of my new strategy, this release will be available exclusively for my Patrons.
