Megusta: Miami’s Multi-Disciplinary Maverick Shaping the Sound of Tomorrow
MEGUSTA
Megusta, born and raised in Miami, found his earliest musical influences in dubstep and drum & bass before transitioning into house and techno. By the age of 14, he was already immersed in the scene, promoting major events like Ultra and Club Space. His DJ journey began after experiencing a life-changing Jamie Jones set in 2015, leading him to develop a style that blends underground grooves with a multi-disciplinary creative vision. Outside of music, he’s an accomplished tattoo artist and graffiti writer, channeling his artistic sensibilities into every aspect of his brand.
He is the founder of Club Rats, a lifestyle-driven label and event series that celebrates Miami’s underground culture. The brand recently hosted an all-nighter at Jolene Sound Room, showcasing its gritty, community-focused ethos. Megusta’s debut release under the Club Rats label is slated for late September or early October 2025, and he’s also set to make his first appearance at III Points Festival, going B2B with fellow Miami artist Lousy. With deep local roots and a global mindset, Megusta is carving out a unique lane in the city’s electronic music landscape.
From Dubstep to House: A Journey in Motion
Born and raised in Miami, Megusta (Devon) is a product of the city’s restless energy and eclectic musical roots. His journey into music started in the chaos of early dubstep and drum & bass, where distortion reigned and tempos clashed. But over time, that foundation of sound exploration evolved into something more refined — a love affair with the groove.
It wasn’t until a life-changing Jamie Jones set at Ultra’s Resistance Stage that everything shifted. That night cracked open a new chapter for Megusta, drawing him into the hypnotic pulse of house and techno. He never looked back.
More Than a DJ: A Lifestyle Creator
Megusta isn’t just a DJ and producer — he’s a graffiti writer, tattoo artist, and founder of the underground house label and event series Club Rats. For him, it’s never been about one creative lane. It’s about world-building.
Through Club Rats, Megusta throws events, releases music, and cultivates a scene built around raw self-expression, darker aesthetics, and an anything-goes attitude. His all-nighter at Jolene earlier this year wasn’t just a party — it was a statement: Miami’s underground is alive, and it’s got fangs.
Sonic Identity: Grit, Groove, and Storytelling
What makes Megusta’s sound stand out is the way it bridges textures. He weaves gritty modular sounds with deep rolling basslines and carefully plotted breakdowns. His sets — and productions — aren’t just collections of tracks. They’re stories.
He doesn’t shy away from emotional edges either. Behind the club energy is someone deeply focused on intentionality — every buildup, drop, and vocal sample is placed with purpose. It’s music you can feel, not just hear.
Breakout Year: Releases, Milestones, and III Points
2025 is shaping up to be a major year for Megusta. His debut track under the Club Rats label is dropping this fall — a gritty, late-night heater that reflects his signature sound and attitude. He’s also preparing to play his first set at III Points Festival this October, going back-to-back with fellow Miami riser Lousy Lover.
As his releases roll out and his sets grow bolder, Megusta is becoming one of the underground’s most intriguing new voices — someone who’s equally comfortable behind the decks or behind a tattoo gun.
What’s Next: Building the Club Rats Universe
Megusta isn’t playing the short game. With Club Rats as both a label and a brand, he’s creating a space for artists and ravers alike who don’t fit the mold — who want something a little grungier, weirder, and more personal.
He’s not just contributing to Miami’s underground. He’s shaping it.
Final Word:
Megusta is proof that house music isn’t just about the beat — it’s about the identity behind it. Whether he’s spinning at Jolene, tagging a wall, or curating his brand’s next event, he brings the same energy: raw, rebellious, and real.
And if Club Rats is any indication, Miami better get ready — because Megusta isn’t just part of the scene. He’s rewriting it.
From Latin Roots to Rave Culture
“Going to EDC in 2021 completely changed my perspective on what house music is and the culture around it,” she recalls. The transformation was more than musical—it was personal. In Tallahassee, Syala found herself in a town where Afro house was practically unknown and bass reigned supreme. So she did what she does best: adapted.
Falling in Love With the Decks
A chance encounter at a house party introduced her to DJing. “It was the first time I ever saw a mixer in front of me,” she says. Two months of laptop practice turned into a full-blown obsession. “I would skip class just to practice. I was obsessed.” Three months later, she landed her first gig—opening for Camelphat at Celine in Orlando.
From Tallahassee Nights to Miami Mornings
Her college years were filled with gigs—some exhilarating, others repetitive. “I was DJing Monday to Monday. It became a full-time job.” But playing for the crowd instead of for herself took a toll. “I felt like I was DJing for everybody but me,” she admits. It wasn’t until she returned to Miami in 2024 that things started to click.
“Miami is so cultured. People know how to respect the DJ. They’re open-minded.” It was in that setting that SYALA reconnected with her artistry, diving deeper into the sounds that truly moved her.
A Sound Without Borders
Ask SYALA what her “sound” is, and she’ll hesitate—not out of uncertainty, but out of freedom. “It depends on where you find me. Sometimes I play Afro house. Other times I’m in that Miami-style tech house—Latin-infused, underground, percussive.” Her sets can shift from elegant and emotional to raw and rolling, depending on the night and the crowd.
“I have multiple personalities when I DJ,” she laughs. “And I don’t want to pick one.”
From DJ to Producer: The Mentorship That Changed Everything
Like many DJs turned producers, the early days of Ableton were frustrating. “I hated it. I would fight with the computer. I’d have an idea in my head, and by the time I figured out how to get it down, the inspiration was gone.”
That all changed when she met her mentor—a Miami-based producer who taught her the fundamentals and became her best friend. “Having someone to teach you their ways changes everything,” she says. Now, she’s producing both Afro and tech house and prefers collaboration over solo work. “I’ve finished six tracks. I’m just super picky about which to release.”
Major Milestones & What’s Next
From a standout set at Jolene to her first-ever festival performance at We Belong Here, SYALA is steadily checking off her dream venues. Up next? A September block party in Brooklyn with Oscar G and Mark Knight, plus an opening slot for Max Dean back in Tallahassee.
Her advice to up-and-comers? “Talent is only 30% of the game. This is a numbers game. It’s about how marketable you are, how much money you bring in, how you brand yourself.” She says it not with bitterness, but clarity.
“I just hope people know—this is hard. But if you’re obsessed, it’s worth every second.”