City16.com

The best online music store on the net [electro, progressive house, acid, jackin', tech, breaks, techno, house classics]

Site – www.city16.com

Sander Kleinenberg

There are DJ’s who defy convention, there are DJ’s whose drive and perseverance make them fan favourites, and there are Dj’s whose talent and abilities make them the most sought after in the world; Sander Kleinenberg is all of these things. His ear and non-superstar approach to the game have not only earned him the accolades of legions of fans the world over, but as well, from his peers. Born and raised in Eastern Holland, Sander Kleinenberg began spinning records at the tender age of 15. He was the guy with headphones attached to his head at all times. Sander’s first real after school club gig was in a local bar around the corner from his house. He would spin anything that would keep the patrons happy, little knowing that one day he would become one of the world’s most respected DJ’s and producers, keeping the patrons happy from Cleveland to Kuala Lumpur.

Site – http://www.sanderkleinenberg.com

John Digweed

If you’re not an avid follower of dance music but are tued into popular culture at all you’ve likely experienced music touched by the hands of John Digweed. Originally hailing from England but having clearly arrived on the global scene over a decade ago John has long since cemented his name in the pages of dance music history. His list of achievments is groundbreaking to say the least. His popularity as both a dj and a person seems to have no limits, but his efforts transcend dj’ing alone, he is as much a producer and promoter. His moniker “Bedrock” is actually three things: a record label, a promotions company, and a studio production partnership with Nick Muir.

Site – www.johndigweed.com

Hernan Cattaneo

It’s very easy to think that England and America are the only places in the world where amazing parties take place. Despite the fact these two countries provided the formative foundations of dance music as we know it today, they are now constantly being challenged by new kids on the block; new countries who are discovering dance music, grabbing it by the scruff of the neck and embracing it wholeheartedly. With this comes new talent; fresh producers and DJs who are being thrust onto the world stage and given the exposure they so richly deserve. One such success story is South America’s Hernan Cattaneo. Growing up in Buenos Aires, Hernan listened to Europop bands like Simply Red and Level 42, music he found sifting through Billboard magazine (the only music journal he could get at the time). But in 1987 a friend visited Vinylmania in New York City and brought back a sweet taste of Chicago house in the form of Traxx and DJ International pressings, which featured artists like Frankie Knuckles, Derrick May and Inner City. “They blew my mind,” exclaims Hernan. “I loved them because they combined the energy of Europe’s electronic music – bands like Depeche Mode and New Order – with the soul of American music. After that, everything changed for me.”

Site – http://www.hernancattaneo.com

Omid 16b

Omid 16b lives for music.  A true talent on the underground scene, cutting edge dance music is like oxygen for Omid Nourizadeh.  A DJ, producer and label owner of Alola, Disclosure, and Sexonwax Records, he’s spreading his passion worldwide – from the UK to the US, from Europe to Asia and Austrailia.  Deep Dish have handpicked Omid to mix the latest in their acclaimed Yoshitoshi series “In House We Trust” in September 2004.

Site – www.omid16b.com

Danny Howells

There are very few DJs who stand out in the world of dance music today, but Danny Howells is without doubt one of them. From his early years of DJing at Bedrock nights in his home town of Hastings, to the 10+ hour sets in New York today, one thing remains the same – a complete love of all music. It’s this passion and plenty of hard work that has helped Danny to get where he is today. It’s no coincidence that he’s been placed in DJ Magazine’s top 20 DJs in the world for the last 6 years. Danny has a unique, eclectic sound which as been described as “deep sexy futuristic tech funk house” and it’s this sound which which is shaking floors worldwide.

Site – www.dannyhowells.com

Dave Mothersole

Another DJ along with John Digweed on the UK’s KISS100 radio; I’ve listened to a few of his mixes now and he takes a more mellow approach to electronic music than most dance DJs. Defintely some music worth checking out…

Over the last few years Dave Mothersole has steadily become one of London ’s biggest, best loved underground DJ’s. Known for his smooth mixing skills, dynamic flow and deep, ultra funky interpretation of house and techno he’s gradually risen through the DJ ranks to become a regular fixture at clubs and parties all over the UK and oversees.  The last three or four years have seen Dave travelling around the world, taking his unique sound to parties and clubs in countries like Spain, Holland, Belgium, Croatia, Turkey, France, Isreal, Australia, Malasia, Singapore, Canada and Italy as well as doing major festivals like Homelands (England and Scotland), Impulz and Dance Valley (Holland). He’s also played in New York (The Twilo) and in North Carolina and was voted best visiting DJ of 1999 after a two week tour in New Zealand.  In 2001 Dave was given his own weekly “Late Night Sessions” show on London’s Kiss 100 (Tuesday’s 2 -4 AM) and has quickly gained a fine reputation for his laid back presentation and non stop two hour mixes.

Site – http://www.kiss100.com

Chloé Harris

Chloé Harris is an awesome progressive breaks DJ that has just recently come to my attention. Her website (listed below) has several of her mixes available for download including a mix on John Digweed’s KISS 100 show.

Site – http://www.djchloe.com

Osamu M

Some really great progressive music coming from this guy right now.

“Osamu is Japan’s leading progressive house DJ and producer, and is quickly building a worldwide reputation. One to watch out for.” – John Digweed  “Osamu is yet another rising talent from Japan who’s work we immediately identified with and supported.” – Deep Dish

Site – osamum.com