Smolna x mésalliance: Sonic Rain

Sonic Rain — London-born and Budapest-raised, blends breakbeat, groovy techno, funk and ‘90s rave nostalgia into a distinctive and high-energy sound. Classically trained as a pianist and drummer, his sets reflect deep musicality and rhythmic finesse. A key figure in Budapest’s underground scene, he held DJ residencies, played illegal raves, and appeared on pirate radio station Tilos, later performing on the iconic A38 ship and at Akvárium Klub. Now based in Budapest, Sonic Rain is making waves across Europe, with international support from DJs like Frazer Ray, Om Unit and X-Coast.