Name: Vadim Bonkrashkov
Genres: Trance, Progressive Trance, EDM
Active Years: 2010s – Present
Label Affiliations: AVA Recordings, Black Hole Recordings, Reaching Altitude, Interplay Records, Suanda Music
Vadim Bonkrashkov is a Ukrainian DJ and producer renowned for his contributions to the trance and electronic dance music (EDM) scenes. Born on June 15, 1993, in a family of musicians, Vadim developed an early passion for music, enrolling in music school at the age of nine. By 2008, he began experimenting with music production software, leading to his first trance and progressive tracks in 2013.
Throughout his career, Vadim has collaborated with esteemed labels such as AVA Recordings, Black Hole Recordings, Reaching Altitude, Interplay Records, and Suanda Music. His remix of Andrew Rayel’s track “Horizon” and his participation in the “AVA 10 YEARS: PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE” compilation alongside Andy Moor and Somna, featuring the single “Prometheus,” have been notable highlights.
In addition to his production work, Vadim hosts the weekly radio show “Between The Stars,” where he showcases his latest tracks and shares his passion for trance music with a global audience.
Vadim’s music consistently receives support from leading figures in the trance community, including Armin van Buuren, Aly & Fila, Andrew Rayel, Alexander Popov, Alex M.O.R.P.H., Bobina, MaRLo, Paul van Dyk, Paul Oakenfold, Markus Schulz, Protoculture, Darude, M.I.K.E. Push, Lange, Fisherman & Hawkins, Pedro Del Mar, Menno de Jong, and many others.
Beyond his musical endeavors, Vadim has contributed to the production community by offering sound packs and MIDI kits, such as the “Starline MIDI Vol 1” and “Starline MIDI Vol 2,” providing aspiring producers with tools to enhance their own productions.