POW DEEJAYS

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Barbara Tucker **

The world-renowned, leading diva of dance music is much more than just a vocalist -- she lives to bring the spirit of love from the stage to the floor. Strong in her belief of the power of the stage, she performs from her pulpit, singing the message of everyday people, everyday love.

Blaze *

Blaze are one of those rare artist in this business whose' music is truly timeless. You can play their remix of Cold Cut feat. Lisa Stansfields' pop dance hit "People Hold On" today and it still sounds as fresh as it did 16 years ago, or their own "Can't Win for Losing", and you'll find lyrics that are forever relevant. Blazing the past, present and future.

Dawn Tallman *

Dawns voice and style have been compared to those of many great vocalists, like Chaka Khan, Karen Wheeler and Oleta Adams, yet her style is completely & audibly her own. Her ear for harmonies and her perfect sense for the placement of backgrounds & adlibs make her a producers dream and an audiences delight. Dawns voice has blessed numerous singles as the featured artist and she is on the must call list for many producers when they are looking for someone to arrange and sing backgrounds.

Dennis Ferrer *

As one-half of Sfere Recordings along with house legend Kerri Chandler, Dennis Ferrer’s name has rapidly built momentum over the past five years amongst house music aficionados. Ferrer's soulful and afro-house influenced productions have appeared on leading house music labels stateside and in Europe. With a discography of original productions that extend from respected labels such as Sfere, Ibadan, Large, and King Street to Basic Recordings, Madhouse and Chillifunk, Ferrer is poised at the very top of the game. He is also widely accepted as one of the leading remixers of this generation of deep house producers and has lent additional production to multiple works on Distant, Defected, Papa, King Street, Large and Slip n Slide labels to name a few.

DJ Deep *

Dj Deep Known as one of the most revered members of the French house scene, DJ Deep has made it his duty to share deep house beats with a growing global audience!

DJ Maseo (De La Soul) *

Vincent Mason is known all over the world for his role as DJ Mase of the legendary Hip Hop group, De La Soul and his electrifying skills as a DJ. No one could have predicted that Mase’s natural ability and immense talents on the turntable would enable him to travel the world and become a Hip Hop phenomenon.

DJ Muggs (Cypress Hill) *

DJ Muggs was first a member of the group 7A3, a group he did not produce, but only DJ for. 7A3 managed to release an album and several singles before being dropped by their record label and disbanding. Cypress Hill, the group then formed by DJ Muggs with B-Real and Sen Dog, became one of the most popular and influential hip hop groups of the 20th century. DJ Muggs also works as a producer and DJ for other artists such as House of Pain (song "Jump Around" and many others on the group's debut album), Tricky (album "Juxtapose"), Funkdoobiest (song "Bow Wow Wow" and many others), Ice Cube, KRS-One, Eminem, Everlast and MC Eiht.

DJ Spen *

With a career span of more than 20 years and his famous studio and production work, Spen has become one of the most sought-after DJs in the U.S. Today, Spen can be found jetting off to gigs at some of the premier clubs around the world while juggling his demanding studio work and time with his new baby . He plays regularly in the UK, as well as France, Italy, Japan, and Australia.

Dr. Kucho!

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Fish Go Deep **

Greg Dowling and Shane Johnson have been playing records in public since the late 1980s. Their residency at Ireland’s longest running and best known house club, Sweat at Sir Henry’s in Cork, spanned more than a decade and influenced a generation of Irish clubbers and deejays. Over the 1990s Sweat built up a huge international reputation, being variously described as "a gorgeous blend of underground house" (i-D), a "deep house frenzy" (The Face) and "the best music on that side of the Irish Sea" (DJ Magazine). The night was one of Muzik magazine's ten best of 1998/99 and was named best regional club on three occasions at the Smirnoff Dance Club Awards.

Francois K **

François K. was born and raised in France, moving to New York in 1975 to pursue a career as a drummer. He played in various R&B cover bands and was hired by the Galaxy 21 disco to drum along with the DJ's records. This led to a strong interest in the nascent disco sound. François started DJing around New York, playing clubs such as Experiment 4 (along with John "Jellybean" Benitez), JJ Knickerbocker, the Flamingo, and New York New York.

Fun Lovin' Criminals (DJ Set) *

Fun Lovin' Criminals was formed in 1993 when Huey found himself behind the bar at New York's Limelight where he met Fast, who was working in the bowels of the club. Fast was already in a band at this point - he and F-L-C's first drummer Steve-O had formed a techno group. Meanwhile, Huey was spending a lot of time playing blues guitar and soon started writing tunes with Fast. Huey and Fast recruited Steve-O to drum, and the Fun Lovin' Criminals were formed. The three became roommates and ended up jamming together in their apartment and writing songs until they had enough material to convince the Limelight's manager to let them play a gig at the club.

Haul and Mason *

Los Angeles based DJ/Producers Haul and Mason are firmly establishing themselves as the party-rocking DJ duo to watch in the coming years. The two So-Cal residents have been founding and maintaining residencies at club nights [notably their Quality night at Zanzibar in Santa Monica running 4 and a half years strong], producing original tracks, playing live with bands, and blowing up dance floors all around the world for the past eight years as a team. They’ve shared the stage and toured with such artists as Jazzy Jeff, Common, Mos Def, Mixmaster Mike of the Beastie Boys, Biz Markie, Africa Bambaataa, DJ Krush, Roni Size, and DJ Premier. DJ Haul and Mason’s unique approach to four turntable performances seriously ups the ante of the art form, incorporating hip-hop turntablism and house-style mixing into meticulously planned party-rocking sets that, while focus mainly on hip-hop, cover all types of dance music.

Jason Hodges

For those who know, the name Jason Hodges represents the technical craft he pours into every production, with highly anticipated tracks being played and praised by the likes of Mark Farina, DJ Heather, Derrick Carter, DJ Raoul, among other eminent House Music Pioneers around the world. Sneak on Hodges: “He’s the Kenny Dope of Toronto”. He has productively advanced into a solid house music trooper…”

Jocelyn Brown **

Jocelyn Brown is a singer and performer of the highest standard, bringing a balance of experience and pure musical soul that bodes well for the future. With the arrival of her first ever solo album, Jocelyn Brown has demonstrated clearly that she is not only rare, but has a groove that is all her own.

Karizma *

The self-professed 'originator of the Baltimore Club Sound', Karizma has a knack for putting his crowds in the palm of his hand. Karizma was a member of the popular house collective The Basement Boys, and has released a number of house hits with DJ Spen.

Kenny Dope **

Three-time Grammy nominated Kenny Dope, one of the most prolific artists of the modern music age, has been entertaining and astounding the masses alike with his fusion of house, hip-hop, Latin, jazz, soul, and broken beats. Known as a living encyclopedia of beats, Kenny Dope is a purveyor of sonic masterpieces.

Kid Capri *

Currently, there is no DJ on Earth more recognizable to both hip hop heads and the general public, largely due to Kid’s media savvy ness. His face first became a part of the cultural landscape on the wildly popular Russel Simmon’s Def Comedy Jam where he gave much of the world its first taste of live-performance hip hop, as the first DJ to ever perform live on TV as a DJ. Kid has far exceeded the expectations of his peers, critics and fans. His love for and careful nurturing of his immense talents has enabled him to represent the music industry in general, but Hip-Hop music in particular, with class and individuality and an intensity unmatched in the music industry.

Louie Vega *

Louie Vega is the Miles Davis of dance music. Like the impossible to categorize Davis, Vega is constantly reinventing himself; and revolutionizing the musical landscape in the process. During his nearly two-decade long career, Vega has crafted some of the most ground-breaking singles in dance music history (“The Nervous Track”, “It’s Alright, I Feel It” and “You Can Do It”), kick started genres like soulful house (“Beautiful People,” “I Get Lifted”), and revitalized the careers of legends like Roy Ayers, George Benson and Tito Puente.

Marques Wyatt **

International DJ and producer Marques Wyatt is an influential messenger of the deepest, most soulful kind of house music. Beneath his relaxed, spiritual and unknowingly suave persona, therein lies a man partially responsible for giving birth to the West Coast house scene by bringing the fresh sounds of New York (a la Frankie Knuckles, Tony Humphries and Larry Levan) to Los Angeles beginning in the mid 80s.

Michelle Shellers *

Shellers powerful voice with alto soprano range is what landed her mark on the Dance/House music charts, but her vocal abilities fluctuate between a myriad of genres ranging from Opera to Jazz. With countless abilities, Shellers will continue to make a strong impression on the music industry without isolation to one singing style. She is sure to remain what the elements describe as a shining star’.

Mr V *

Combining his multifaceted skills as a DJ / producer / MC /remixer, and with an ear towards dance musics roots, Mr. V is a name to watch out for!

Quentin Harris *

Born and raised in Detroit, Quentin Harris came of age inspired by many of the legends of his hometown. Motown, Prince, P-Funk and of course, early techno instilled in Harris, a love of all forms of music. Today, he is recognized as one of the leaders in the field of deep house. It has been said that his work re-vitalized what had become a saturated and tired genre.

Ron Carroll *

Ron Carroll is probably most recognized for his vocals on traditional Chicago house tracks rather than his DJing. Carroll has been around since the early days of the Chicago house sound, DJing and singing alongside recognized names such as Frankie Knuckles, Kim English, and Crystal Waters. In 1994, Carroll's big chance came when he was asked by Little Louie Vega to write a song for house diva vocalist Barbara Tucker. The track was the Billboard Dance Chart topper "I Get Lifted" and was followed by a couple successful singles in the years to follow. In early 2001, Carroll flexed his DJ skills with the mix CD Sessions, Vol. 3 and sang vocals on a track for Superfunk, a European disco-funk production act.

Terry Hunter *

With his roots intertwined in house music for the past 15 years, Terry Hunter has traveled the globe sharing his passion for soulful house music while continuing to produce dance-floor packing hits for his Ts Box record label. Pleased with the success he has garnered in the house music community, but still looking to fulfill his appetite with new genres of music Terrys latest adventure in his musical journey showcases his production talent in the hip hop arena.

Timmy Regisford *

For over a decade, legendary turntablist Timmy Regisford has garnered admiration and respect globally with his brand of ballsy, soulful dance music, which places the emphasis on eclecticism rather than the predictable and the linear. His DJ sets are soulful and deep, while he isn't afraid to venture into the realms of more experimental rhythms. His flare and panache on the decks not only technically, but programming-wise has rightly earned him the well-deserved moniker, The Maestro.

Tracey K **

Tracey K, or Tracey Kelliher to give her her full name, is best known as the vocalist and songwriter on Fish Go Deep's chart-busting 'The Cure & The Cause'. It should be noted, however, that Ms Kelliher is not just a Fish Go Deep collaborator, but also an artist in her own right. Born in the town of Tralee in County Kerry, Ireland, Tracey says she's been singing "as long as she can remember" and recalls writing her first song with a friend when she was just five years old. Although she sang solo in the school choir, it wasn't until she went to Galway University to study English Literature, Sociology and Political Science that she felt confident enough to perform in public.

Westbam *

The leader of Germany's house and techno scene since his beginning early in the 1980s, Westbam recorded several house/rave crossover hits during the late '80s and early '90s but is renowned for his founding of the Mayday Festival and the Love Parade, the latter of which routinely drew hundreds of thousands of club-goers into the streets of Berlin on an annual basis.

Biz Markie *

Biz Markie is a hip-hop legend. He has been making hip-hop history for more than 15 years. Known worldwide from New York City to Japan for such catchy songs as Just a Friend The Vapors and Make the Music (with your mouth),Biz Markie is one of the most celebrated entertainers in the industry.

Cece Peniston *

CeCe Peniston has just begun to make her mark on the world. She has established herself as one of the paramount artists of the nineties and of the new century.

De La Soul Live *

Iconography, high profile beatmakers, recognizable guest artists, and cultural achievements aside, in the end it all boils down to one simple conceit. De La Soul loves hip-hop culture and rap music in particular. And like KRS-One once said, “that word love is serious.” “We all love this music and I think we love doin’ it together. So that’s the biggest drive of it all,” says Maseo And when we first did this music it was truly for us, you know, what we always really, truly felt comfortable with. And if the rest of the world accepted it, that’s all love, too.”

DJ Cash Money *

Philadelphia’s DJ Cash Money has taken the hip-hip world by storm by winning the new music seminar DJ championship in New York, the DMC American Mixing Championship in Los Angeles and the DMC World supremacy DJ Championship in London throughout the late eighties. since winning all three championships, cash now judges dj contests world-wide. his unique mixing style and raw innovation on the turntables brought dj cash money billboard charting singles such as Ugly People Be Quiet, Find an Ugly Woman, and Where’s The Party At? and an international tour of more than 20 countries and over 50 cities in the U.S.

DJ Gregory **

Producer of African house music. Essentially popularized the genre single handedly. His first compilation album on defected records entitled DJ Gregory in the house pt 1 is a recognized classic in both the tribal house and african house genre's. His initial efforts for africanism on yellow productions label are what spurned many dj's to take interest in the label in the first place. Now that he is producing on other labels his sound has grown and expanded. Tropical Soundclash, The Joburg Theme, Block Party, Edony, and too many more to name.

DJ Mateo (Fun Lovin' Criminals) *

MATEO is the DJ for Vanity Fair Magazine......In addition to spinnig for the hollywood elite, Mateo has been spinning in NY's nightclubs since the age of 15.....he started as a house Dj at the infamous Limelight, wich is where he hooked up with then unsigned Fun Lovin Criminals! After a few drinks, and a couple of limelight nights, Mateo became the dj for F.L.C. Switching his style up completely, he now concentrated on cutting and scratching funk, soul, and hip hop.

DJ Premier *

No more than three producers (Dr. Drew, RZA, and Prince Paul) can test DJ Premier's status as the most important track master of the '90s, and no style is more distinctive. Aggressive and raw, a Premier track was an instantly recognizable sound clash of battling loops and heavy scratching - all of them perfectly timed - that evoked the sound of Brooklyn better than anyone. Besides helming tracks for his main concern, Gang Starr, since their 1989 debut, Premier's productions appeared on many of the East Coast's most important records: Nas' Illmatic, the Notorious B.I.G.'s Ready to Die, Jay-Z's Reasonable Doubt, Jeru the Damaja's The Sun Rises in the East, and Mos Def's Black on Both Sides. Back in 2006 Premier has done it again as the elite Super Producer that he is, He has landed 5 songs on the new Christina Aguilera LP Back To Basics and also owning the first single Titled Ain't No Other Man. Premier is also in the studio with Amerie ......

DJ Spinna *

Vincent “DJ Spinna” Williams is something of an anomaly in music. A humbling example of what it takes to truly succeed within the framework of multiple fields. A steadfast work ethic, an obsessively extensive vinyl library and the willingness to pursue the full extents of his roots (Funk, Soul and Jazz), foundation (Hip-Hop) and future (Electronic/Dance music) with no restraints.

Erick Sermon (EPMD) *

Erick Sermon is a hip-hop icon, pure and simple. As one half of your favorite rapper's favorite rap group in the world, EPMD, Sermon is a key figure in hip-hop. As a producer, his work has elevated the music of acts ranging from Redman and Jay-Z to D'Angelo and Mary J. Blige. With legitimate pioneer status, unrelenting longevity and a musical discography thicker than a New York City phone book, Erick Sermon is up to receiving his due credit. Signing with Universal/Motown in late 2003, the Funk Lord is prepped to drop another sonic assault and further his legend with his fifth solo album Chilltown, NY.

Franck Roger **

DJ since 13 years now and producer since 7 years Franck Roger has fully understood that making music and spread worldwide the HOUSE MUSIC message is the most important thing in his life... Indeed, Franck has multiplied the releases on labels as prestigious and well respected on the international scene as Kenlou (Kenny Dope and Louie Vega /USA) Versatile (Dj Gilb'r / France), Crash (Dino & Terry / Canada), Flowers (Japan), Needs (Germany), BBE (uk),Defected rds , Sole Channel ,King Street,Especial(Japan),Spacekat(uk) ....

Frankie Feliciano *

Frankie is a superb DJ, world renown for his brilliant programming and technical skills, and widely respected among his peers. He is also an amazing producer whose productions have garnered him acclaim for years. He’s produced such gems as “Don’t Ever Give Up”, “Hindsight”, “Invitation”, and achingly beautiful remixes of anthems such as “Flight” (Monique Bingham)“To Be In Love” (India), “Father” (Kenny Bobien) numerous others on Masters At Work, and King Street Records.

Funkin' Matt

Funkin' Matt is the alias of Mats Ronander. He started out producing music in his hometown with his bestfriend (David/BlameTheFunkstar) when they we're only 11/12 years old. At 16 years old Mats got his first record deal with uk hardhouse label shock, sadly they went banktrupt just before the release. Not long after that he also got more releases on small labels and started to get playes from DJ's around the world. But it wasn't before 2007, just after his 20 birthday his music career really started to pick up. He got support from DJs Sidney Samson & Gregor Salto, and also started to pick up his own DJin in Norway. Allthough he'd been DJin for 3 years it was mostly in the bedroom. In the end of 2007 he got his biggest gig so far, at Escape Venue in Amsterdam. And with remixes for Gregor Salto & Sidney Samson along with his own releases on Samsobeats he's starting to get more and more known.

Jack de Marseille **

Jack de Marseille is one of the 5 French DJ's who's reputation has grown widely out of France. Pioneer of the development of the French techno scene, like Laurent Garnier or Dimitri From Paris, Jack De Marseille mixes his sets in the most prestigious clubs of the world.

Jazzy Jeff *

In 1985, Jeffrey Allen Townes exploded onto the music scene as half of the superstar duo known as DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince (longtime partner/performer/actor, Will Smith). Since then they have gone on to sell over ten million records worldwide. The infamous pop-rap pair has also won three Grammy Awards, three American Music Awards, two NAACP Awards, two Soul Train Music Awards, as well as an MTV Music Award. Jeff’s success as a producer preempted his brilliant insight as founder and CEO of A Touch of Jazz, Inc. and now his instincts are leading him to sculpt, perfect and project his already definitive music into the future. Jazzy Jeff and his producers’ A Touch Of Jazz style have succeeded in providing acts with substance and stability. 2005 holds only hope and anticipation for the growth enterprise A Touch of Jazz has already become, built by the man that has already been.

Jose Nunez *

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Kathy Brown **

Kathy Brown is a dance music singer from South Carolina. Her First Major Dance Tune Was 'Cant Play Around' on Cutting Records. She had nr.1 success as the lead singer of Praxis with 'Turn Me Out' before having US dance hits on her own including 'I Apreciate' and 'Happy People'. In 1999 she climbed to nr.4 on the Hot Dance Music Club Play chart with 'Joy' Remixed By Heavyweights David Morales and Sharp Boys.

Kerri Chandler *

If you think all house music sounds the same, has no soul and is just four to the floor, then I suggest you do some rethinking and check out Kerri Chandler's latest releases and back catalogue…You'll be glad you did! If you think all house music sounds the same, has no soul and is just four to the floor, then I suggest you do some rethinking and check out Kerri Chandler's latest releases and back catalogue…You'll be glad you did!

Kool DJ Red Alert *

Kool DJ Red Alert is recognized and respected worldwide as one of the founding fathers