David Haberfeld is an electronic music producer, composer, live performer, DJ, academic and music technologist. Performing under the artist name Honeysmack, he has been a driving force in Australia’s electronic dance music scene since the early 1990s. Known for his electrifying hardware-based live sets, David blends acid techno, electro, and experimental sounds with the raw energy of punk, earning recognition both locally and internationally.

Music Career
David’s performances reject pre-recorded tracks in favour of pure improvisation. Blending acid techno, electro, and experimental sounds with punk rock energy, his shows are unpredictable, high-octane, and closer to a band than a DJ set. He has performed worldwide, earned an ARIA nomination for Best Dance Release, and even collaborated with Burt Bacharach.

PhD & Research
David holds a PhD in music composition, his exegesis, Bacharach, Britney, and Acid Techno Bangers: The Evolving Creative Practice of Honeysmack, explores how improvisation, technology, and genre conventions shape electronic music. His work bridges studio practice and live performance, redefining how we understand composition in dance music.

Teaching & Education
With nearly three decades of experience, David has lectured at universities in Australia, the USA, and China, and presented at international music and technology conferences. He combines industry insight with academic research to mentor the next generation of artists and producers.

Innovation & Music Technology
David is currently a product innovator at Melbourne Instruments, helping design groundbreaking music technology in Australia. Loved by artists around the world, these instruments reflect his passion for creative workflows that merge live performance, improvisation, and cutting-edge design.

Impact
As Honeysmack, David has been central to the evolution of Australia’s electronic dance music scene. His uncompromising underground ethos, innovative performances, academic contributions, and work in instrument design continue to shape the culture of techno — connecting Australia to the global conversation on electronic music’s past, present, and future.

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