Submitted By: dirtybird

Genre: House

Date of Set: 2005

Filesize: 87.00 MB

Total Downloads: 17

Justin Long, one of Chicago’s house music pioneers, began DJing at the young age of 15. His early musical influences ranged from Joy Division and Depeche Mode to the Sex Pistols. In 1988, Justin discovered house music on WBMX radio, which directed him into the world of house music where he has helped shape the Chicago House sound into what it is today.

During the past 14 years, Justin has accomplished more than most could imagine in the house music industry. In the early 90’s, Justin began DJing at underground events throughout the Midwest with the likes of Derrick Carter, Cajmere and Traxx. Soon thereafter, more gigs followed and Justin’s name became synonymous with Chicago House music. In 1999, Justin was the founding DJ on Chicago’s Q101 Sonic Boom Radio; one of the longest running mix shows in the United States. Sonic Boom airs every Saturday night with a listening audience well over 70,000 people.

While touring for the past nine years, Justin has made frequent visits throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Europe, including repeat visits to headline UK venues such as Back to Basics, Sub Club, Sankey’s Soap and Scuba. In addition, Justin has made countless guest appearances and held residencies in Chicago’s best nightclubs such as Red Dog, 112 Green Street, Karma, Slick’s Lounge and Zentra. Currently, Justin hosts a monthly residency at Cloud Nine in Cleveland as well as heading one of Chicago’s premier house events entitled .Dotbleep. .Dotbleep takes place once a month at Smartbar, with guests such as: Traxx, Huggy (UK), Dan X, Natural Rhythm, Paul Woolford and Lance DeSardi.

In the studio, Justin is working closely with Dan X under the moniker 'No Assembly Firm'. Together, Justin and Dan have completed over two dozen projects including original and remix work for highly acclaimed record labels such as Classic, Music For Freaks, Aroma, Cajual, Robsoul, Doubledown, Greens Keepers Music and many more. Justin and Dan perform together frequently, headlining venues across the globe. These sounds and performances have captured a cult following and can be heard in regular rotation worldwide on 'The Move' on XM radio.

Along with performing and producing, Justin works in conjunction with 20:20 Vision to run his own record label, .Dotbleep Recordings which features artists such as: Natural Rhythm, Lavish Habits and Miles Maeda. In it’s early stages, .Dotbleep has drawn quite a bit of attention and looks to follow it’s Chicago successors, Cajual and Classic.

Justin continues to push the boundaries of house music, while constantly refining himself as an artist.

http://www.myspace.com/dj_justinlong

Submitted By: dirtybird

Genre: House

Date of Set: 2005

Filesize: 87.00 MB

Total Downloads: 17

Music has always played a dominant role in Dan’s life. While growing up in a musical family, Dan focused on developing his skills as a keyboard player and a percussionist. These talents were soon expanded and became the backbone for his future endeavors in music.

In 1993, Dan discovered a love for house music while attending nightclubs and parties. It wasn’t long before Dan started buying records and DJing on a regular basis. After acquiring local club residencies and playing at countless underground events, he had found his niche. As Dan continued to grow as a DJ, his aspiration to create pushed him to express himself as an artist. After a few years in the studio, Dan met fellow Chicago producer, Richie Heller. Together they recorded under the guise of 'Dirty Sole', including work for Classic Recordings and Yousef’s Carioca imprint.

Currently, Dan is working closely with Chicago house guru Justin Long under the moniker 'No Assembly Firm'. Since it’s conception, N.A.F. has completed over two dozen projects for highly acclaimed labels including original and remix work for Classic, Music For Freaks, Aroma, Robsoul, Cajual, Doubledown, Hip Therapy, Greens Keepers Music and many more. Their studio work has been sought out by many and licensed to mix compilations for fellow heavy hitters including DJ Sneak, Mark Farina, Phil Weeks, Johnny Fiasco, Heather, Miles Maeda, Diz and Lance DeSardi.

Aside from production work, Dan hosts a monthly event called 'Bass Heavy' and performs regularly in venues around the globe including headlining appearances in Chicago, Liverpool, Glasgow, Philadelphia, Brussels, Boston, Melbourne, Adelaide, Auckland, Kansas City, Seattle and more. These sounds and performances have captured a cult following and can be heard in regular rotation worldwide on 'The Move' on XM radio.

Besides producing and performing, Dan also maintains a record label entitled 'Peaches Music' with close friend, Honey Dijon. Their label has been very well received and features artists such as Natural Rhythm, Derrick Carter, Freaks, JT Donaldson, Paul Woolford, Swirl People, Joshua, Lil Mark and more.

Dan is constantly refining himself as an artist, by taking on projects that challenge and influence his creative ability. With strong production credits and respect amongst his peers, Dan is following in the footsteps of Chicago’s elite.