Weaving together electronic music and human connection, Kora is the musical project of Mikael B. Robillard. Born in Québec, Canada, Mikael's relationship with music began before his first breath – his mother placing headphones on her belly, sharing her favorite melodies with her unborn son. Those early sonic seeds would bloom into a lifelong devotion to the transformative power of sound.

Growing up between his grandmother's piano songs and his grandfather's jazzy whistling, Mikael's musical foundation was built on the intimacy of shared moments and inherited wisdom. His formal journey began with classical piano training that would later inform his electronic compositions. In high school, he jumped to explore the world of rhythms through drumming, absorbing jazz and rock influences from his teacher.

A pivotal turning point came through his mentorship with renowned Toronto producer Adam K, whose guidance helped Mikael learn fundamental electronic production techniques, opening a new world of sonic possibilities. Today, that same spirit of connection drives his work as a producer, DJ, and co-founder of Saisons Musique, a Montréal-based label that draws inspiration from nature's rhythmic cycles.

As a resident at the legendary Stereo Montréal, Kora has cultivated a reputation for immersive, extended sets that blur the lines between electronic genres. His journey as DJ since a young age has led him to share stages with influential artists like Hernan Cattaneo, John Digweed, YokoO, and Armen Miran, while his productions have found homes on prestigious labels including Decca, Kindisch, Anjunadeep, and Sol Selectas.

A milestone in Kora's artistic evolution came through his collaboration with Ludovico Einaudi, crafting a remix alongside kindred spirit Mercan Dede. This opportunity, along with remixes for artists like Poranguí, Husa & Zeyada, and Hraach, showcases his ability to bridge electronic and acoustic worlds while maintaining the emotional core of each piece.

After seventeen years of sharing music for the dancefloor, Kora's debut album "Azimuth" marked a profound shift, exploring ambient and cinematic territories that invite listeners on an introspective journey. This work reflects his growing interest in music as a tool for inner exploration and planetary healing.

As the cofounder of Saisons Musique , Kora has helped nurture nearly 100 releases and organized showcases from Montréal to Berlin, New York to Amsterdam. His performances have resonated across more than 30+ countries, each set an offering to the universal language of frequency that hopes to create collective harmony.

Passionate about sharing knowledge, Mikael has often enjoyed teaching DJing and music production throughout his career, guiding the next generation of artists with the same care and attention that characterized his own musical journey. This commitment to education reflects his belief that music is not only a personal expression but a communal gift to be passed forward.

From those first melodies heard in the womb to the global stages of today, Kora's musical journey embodies a timeless truth – that in the space between sound and silence, we find not only ourselves, but our deepest connections to one another.