Born in Cape Town, South Africa, Ferdi's love for music was shaped by his mother’s diverse vinyl collection, exposing him to genres from classical to techno. In the early '90s, he made his mark as a DJ at The Stage, an alternative and metal club, before discovering techno, which reshaped his musical path. Inspired by the raw energy of Detroit and German techno, along with acid and Chicago house, he blends nostalgic and forward-thinking sounds in his sets. As a producer under aliases like P.sd and LukyStar, he pushes creative boundaries, ensuring electronic music’s legacy endures while crafting his own unique sound.