Top Interview: CORM!! The Brain Surgeon Dropping EDM Beats

Meet CORM!! the brain surgeon who’s crushing it in the EDM scene. Doctor Jason Cormier knows exactly how to flood your system with dopamine using his sick beats and killer drops. His latest track, “Highs And Lows,” featuring Lacey, is a must-listen!

1. As both a brain surgeon and EDM producer, how do your two careers inform each other?

At first glance, brain surgery and EDM production might seem worlds apart, but they actually complement each other in ways I never expected. Neurosurgery requires an intense level of precision, problem-solving, and patience—qualities that also apply to music production.

So, when I’m in the OR, I rely on structure and calculated movements. In the studio, I use that same structured thinking but translate it into beats, synths, and melodies.

Plus, my knowledge of how the brain processes sound, rhythm, and emotions gives me a unique edge in creating music that resonates deeply with listeners.

2. How do you balance the precision required for brain surgery with the creative freedom of producing EDM?

It’s all about mindset shifts. Surgery demands extreme focus, and there’s no room for error. But when I step into my studio, I allow myself to break free from that rigidity. EDM gives me a space to explore emotions, experiment with sound, and create something that isn’t dictated by strict rules.

In a way, music is my therapy—it balances the intensity of my surgical career by giving me a creative outlet to express myself freely. Stems in the studio are like instruments in the OR!

3. What aspects of EDM do you find most effective at triggering dopamine release?

Several elements in EDM are powerful dopamine triggers. Build-ups create anticipation, drops deliver that rewarding rush, and certain rhythmic patterns activate pleasure centers in the brain. Melodic progressions, especially those that evolve dynamically, can trigger emotional highs.

Even certain synth sounds and bass frequencies tap into the brain’s reward system, giving listeners that euphoric sensation we all chase at festivals and clubs.

4. How has your medical understanding of dopamine influenced your approach to creating music that stimulates it?

Admittedly there are times where I craft my tracks with an awareness of how sound affects brain chemistry. I design build-ups to create anticipation and then resolve them in a way that’s deeply satisfying.

I also pay close attention to tempo, chord progressions, and layering to optimize emotional engagement. It’s almost like hacking the brain’s reward system to create a musical experience that feels good on a neurochemical level.

5. Do you see therapeutic applications for your music in your medical practice?

Absolutely. Music has well-documented effects on pain relief, mood regulation, and neurorehabilitation. I’d love to explore using EDM elements—like rhythmic entrainment or binaural beats—to help patients with neurological disorders, PTSD, or cognitive rehabilitation.

There’s so much potential to bridge music and medicine in a way that enhances healing.

6. Has your music ever played in the operating room during surgeries?

Yes! I’ve had my tracks playing in the OR, and it’s an incredible feeling. Music helps create a focused yet relaxed environment, which is crucial during long surgeries.

It’s also surreal when I catch myself operating while listening to something I produced—it’s like two worlds colliding in real-time. The OR crew seems to enjoy it and look forward to the next track!

7. What’s your creative process like when producing tunes like “Highs And Lows”?

For “Highs And Lows,” I started with an emotional theme—capturing the rollercoaster of life’s ups and downs. I built the track around a melancholic yet uplifting chord progression, layering in vocal chops and textures to enhance the emotional depth.

I always aim to take the listener on a journey, and this track was about embracing both struggle and triumph.

8. How did your collaboration with Lacey come about for this new single?

Lacey and I connected through mutual music circles, and we immediately vibed over our shared passion for emotionally charged music. Her voice has this raw, expressive quality that fit the track perfectly.

When she sent over the first demo vocals, I knew instantly that she was the missing piece to the song.

9. What feedback have you received from fellow medical professionals about your music career?

At first, a lot of my colleagues were surprised—neurosurgery and EDM seem like such an unusual mix. But once they heard my music and saw how passionate I am about it, the response has been overwhelmingly supportive.

Some even come to my shows or use my tracks to unwind after long shifts.

10. Where do you see both your medical and music careers heading in the future?

I’m pushing forward in both fields. In medicine, I’m focused on advancing brain injury treatments and exploring how neurotechnology can revolutionize patient care. In music, I’m constantly evolving my sound and expanding my reach. My goal is to eventually merge both worlds—whether it’s my goal is to eventually merge both worlds—whether it’s through music therapy, brainwave-driven soundscapes, or using my platform to raise awareness about neurological health.

The future is wide open, and I’m excited to see where it leads. I’m having a lot of fun and I’ve met some really special people! 8track entertainment, Noah Gordon and Jeff Godwin were instrumental in my growth as an artist and I’m blessed to call them friends!

Family first always! Kaitlyn, Brixton, Celine, and Kaeson are my world. Everything I do is for them.

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