“GENRE FLUIDITY. DoctorD is about mixing different styles of music into something new.” - DoctorD
— private conversations
DoctorD – Genre Fluidity
Francis Depuydt, better known as DoctorD, is a Belgian producer from Lubbeek whose journey through music has always been defined by exploration. Starting in the 90s with violin and guitar in the indie rock band Tribe, he later dove into heavy metal and co‑founded the EDM/EBM/metal crossover project Unk!. Alongside these ventures, his fascination with electronic music grew — from electro and techno to ambient and drum & bass.
Today, DoctorD channels this diverse background into studio projects that thrive on blending genres. He is also a founding member of the techno collective BARNOFF, and launched the project KNF together with Tribe’s former drummer. His work is about breaking boundaries, weaving unexpected influences together, and creating fresh, immersive sounds that reflect both his roots and his forward‑looking vision.
Projects
- DoctorD - link to Spotify artist page
- BARNOFF - link to Spotify artist page
- Unk! - link to Spotify artist page
- KNF - link to Spotify artist page
- Tribe - link to Spotify artist page
about 'Hagueland Tributes' (release on May 12th 2026)
With the release of Hagueland Tributes, DoctorD invites listeners into a cinematic reimagining of the sounds that have shaped his creative journey. This 5-track EP is a deeply personal project, where each piece serves as a dedicated homage to a specific musical influence—ranging from the precision of electronic music to the raw power of folk-rock.
The heart of this collection is rooted in a specific sense of place. The EP was crafted in Lubbeek, a town nestled in the rolling hills of the Hagueland—a scenic rural region in Belgium. This landscape serves as the backdrop for the music, grounding the project’s grand ambitions in the serene, organic atmosphere of the Belgian countryside.
Across the EP, DoctorD pays tribute to a diverse range of icons:
- The progressive, architectural structures of Deadmau5.
- The rhythmic, minimalist elegance of Michael Nyman.
- The haunting, powerful energy of the Mongolian folk-rock ensemble Altan Urag.
While these influences span the globe, the collection is unified by the sweeping, emotive power of string ensembles. Despite being crafted "in the box," these arrangements bring a rich, organic warmth to DoctorD’s signature genre-fluid style. It is a fusion of digital precision and timeless orchestral tradition—a bridge between the icons he admires and the quiet stillness of his home in Lubbeek.
"Living and creating in the Hagueland provides a unique perspective," says DoctorD. "It’s a place where I can take the energy of a band like Altan Urag or the structure of a Deadmau5 track and filter them through the quiet, rural beauty of my own surroundings."
Experience a new dimension of tribute—where the modern electronic studio meets the soul of the Belgian landscape.
About 'Cépage Futur' (Feb 25th 2026)
With Cépage Futur, DoctorD continues his tradition of blurring boundaries between sound, craft, and storytelling. Just like its predecessor Alcaloid—a mysterious, dub‑infused ambient piece—this new track was born from an unexpected collaboration: the launch of an exclusive rosé millésime champagne by vigneron Sam Roguet of the historic house Lucien Roguet in Mailly Champagne.
Where Alcaloid evoked the quiet alchemy of fermentation, Cépage Futur bursts open with the energy of celebration. Rooted in the shimmering world of nu‑disco, the track was created as the official opener for the champagne’s release party—a sonic toast to creativity, friendship, and the promise of what’s ahead.
At its core, Cépage Futur is a manifesto of DoctorD’s signature genre fluidity. The title refers to the art of blending different wines to create a new champagne—a process known as “cépage.” It’s a fitting metaphor for DoctorD’s own approach: cutting, mixing, and reshaping sounds into something fresh and unexpected. The track draws a direct line between the craft of the winemaker and the craft of the producer—both artisans working with raw elements, both shaping identity through careful composition, both creating experiences meant to be shared.
Festive, forward‑looking, and rooted in collaboration, Cépage Futur is a celebration of future projects and the creative chemistry that fuels them.
