Real Name: Szymon Paszko
Stage Names: Szymon Paszko, Muto\’S, ALAT (duo)
Origin: Poland
Genres: Tech Trance, Uplifting Trance, Progressive Trance, Melodic Trance
Years Active: Mid-2010s–present
Roles: DJ, Producer, Composer, Remixer
Labels: Coldharbour Recordings, Coldharbour Black, Entrancing Music, Yeiskomp Records, We Are Trance, Interplay Records, and various international trance labels
Associated Acts: Markus Schulz, Aly & Fila, Purple Stories, ALAT, Jacek Czeszak, Davey Asprey, and numerous artists from the international trance scene.
Introduction
Szymon Paszko is a Polish trance producer best known for his solo alias Muto’S and as one half of the trance duo ALAT. He has established himself through energetic productions that combine the power of tech trance with melodic and uplifting elements, earning recognition from some of the genre’s leading artists.
His productions are characterized by driving basslines, dark atmospheres, cinematic breakdowns, and modern sound design. Through releases on Coldharbour Recordings, Coldharbour Black, Entrancing Music, and other respected trance labels, Szymon Paszko has become one of the notable representatives of the new generation of Polish trance producers.
Early Career
Szymon Paszko began producing trance music independently, developing his production skills through years of experimentation before attracting international attention.
Working under the alias Muto’S, his early productions demonstrated:
- Driving trance rhythms.
- Dark melodic atmospheres.
- Powerful basslines.
- Cinematic breakdowns.
- Modern production techniques.
His releases on labels such as Entrancing Music, Yeiskomp Records, and We Are Trance established his reputation within the underground trance community.
Formation of ALAT
One of the most important milestones in Szymon Paszko’s career came with the formation of ALAT, a collaboration with Jacek Czeszak, previously known as one half of Purple Stories.
The project was created to produce darker, more technical trance while maintaining strong melodic foundations.
ALAT quickly attracted the attention of Markus Schulz, debuting on Coldharbour Recordings with a series of releases that received widespread support from international DJs.
Rise Within the Trance Scene
Following the success of ALAT, Szymon Paszko gained increasing recognition through both his solo work and collaborative productions.
His music became known for:
- Powerful club energy.
- Dark cinematic atmospheres.
- Technical production quality.
- Emotional melodic progression.
- Creative sound design.
Support from artists including Markus Schulz and Aly & Fila helped establish his international reputation.
Musical Style
Tech Trance
Tech trance forms the foundation of many of Szymon Paszko\’s productions.
His tracks commonly feature:
- Rolling basslines.
- Aggressive percussion.
- Dark synthesizer sequences.
- Powerful drops.
- Hypnotic rhythmic structures.
These elements define much of the ALAT sound.
Uplifting Trance
Alongside darker productions, many of his releases incorporate uplifting trance through:
- Emotional melodies.
- Euphoric chord progressions.
- Inspiring breakdowns.
- Energetic climaxes.
This melodic balance broadens the emotional range of his productions.
Progressive Trance
His progressive influences include:
- Long evolving arrangements.
- Atmospheric development.
- Cinematic soundscapes.
- Smooth musical progression.
These characteristics appear throughout both his solo and collaborative work.
Melodic Trance
Melody remains central to his productions through:
- Rich lead synthesizers.
- Warm harmonic movement.
- Expressive chord progressions.
- Memorable musical themes.
This melodic approach complements his darker rhythmic style.
Production Style
Szymon Paszko’s productions are admired for:
- Modern sound design.
- Powerful low-end production.
- Cinematic atmospheres.
- Driving energy.
- High technical precision.
His productions successfully combine emotional trance elements with powerful club-focused arrangements.
Notable Releases
“1988” (as Muto’S)
One of his best-known solo productions, showcasing his melodic trance style and refined production techniques.
“Prologue” (ALAT)
Released through Entrancing Music, this production introduced the darker and more technical sound that would become synonymous with ALAT.
“CH1: The Birth Of Evil” (ALAT)
ALAT\’s debut on Coldharbour Recordings, featuring powerful tech trance energy and cinematic storytelling.
“CH2: Chaos Of Evil” (ALAT)
A continuation of the project\’s conceptual series, combining dark atmospheres with energetic trance production.
“Apollo 19” (ALAT)
A melodic tech trance production that received support from Markus Schulz and Aly & Fila.
“CH3: The Evolution Of Evil” (ALAT)
Further expanding ALAT’s conceptual approach through powerful club arrangements and cinematic progression.
“One” (with Davey Asprey & ALAT)
A collaborative production that highlighted Szymon Paszko\’s songwriting and production skills alongside Davey Asprey.
Remix Work
Szymon Paszko has produced numerous remixes as both Muto\’S and ALAT.
His remixes are recognized for:
- Darker reinterpretations.
- Enhanced rhythmic energy.
- Cinematic breakdowns.
- Powerful tech trance arrangements.
- Respect for the original composition.
One notable early remix was his reinterpretation of “Symfo” by Rank 1, released under the Muto’S alias.
Signature Sound
Szymon Paszko’s productions are distinguished by:
- Dark cinematic atmospheres.
- Driving basslines.
- Modern tech trance production.
- Emotional melodic breakdowns.
- Powerful rhythmic energy.
- Layered synthesizer textures.
- High production quality.
- Club-oriented arrangements.
These characteristics define both his solo work and the ALAT project.
Contribution to Trance Music
Szymon Paszko has contributed to contemporary trance by:
- Advancing modern tech trance.
- Blending melodic and darker trance styles.
- Helping expand Poland’s presence within the international trance community.
- Producing concept-driven releases through ALAT.
- Maintaining high standards of modern trance production.
His work has demonstrated that melodic expression and technical intensity can successfully coexist within contemporary trance.
Legacy
Szymon Paszko has established himself as one of Poland\’s promising contemporary trance producers through both his solo alias Muto\’S and the collaborative project ALAT. Releases such as “1988,” “Prologue,” “CH1: The Birth Of Evil,” “CH2: Chaos Of Evil,” “Apollo 19,” “CH3: The Evolution Of Evil,” and “One” showcase his ability to combine powerful tech trance with melodic sophistication.
Through releases on Coldharbour Recordings, Coldharbour Black, Entrancing Music, Yeiskomp Records, We Are Trance, and Interplay Records, Szymon Paszko continues to contribute to the evolution of modern trance. His partnership with Jacek Czeszak in ALAT has further strengthened his reputation, earning support from leading artists including Markus Schulz and Aly & Fila, while establishing him as an important figure in the current Polish trance scene.