Avi Shmailov, known as Astrix, is an Israeli trance music DJ and producer specializing in progressive psychedelic trance. Beginning his DJ career in 1995 and producing since 1997, he signed with HOMmega Productions, releasing his debut album Eye to Eye in 2002. Astrix's music features driving basslines, ascending melodies, and a blend of "full-on" and "clubbier" sounds, evident in albums like Artcore and He.art. Renowned for his energetic live performances at major festivals globally, he has consistently ranked among top DJs, significantly influencing the psytrance scene and remaining a popular figure worldwide.