DJ Joop

2008 - a year that Dutch DJ/producer JOOP has already cemented his place at the top level of international trance. The man whose tough, progressive tech-trance style has set dance floors on fire all over the world is now proving to be a titan in the studio as much as behind the decks. The Netherlands, then Europe, now the States, Asia and Australia have all fallen under his spell - and when you hear his tracks or see him play, it comes as no surprise.
It was his first four tracks that bought him to global attention. "Act of God", "The world/Another World" and "Sonsuz" instantly established him as a producer of great skill. As with any talent, everybody wanted a piece, and remixes soon followed for the likes of Leon Bolier (Lyra), Splitscreen (Boomblasta) and Activa (Genetic). With backing from one of the most highly respected and credible imprints in The Netherlands, High Contrast, JOOP was with no exaggeration, the name on everybody's lips.

In 2002 he was chosen to mix the prestigious Trance Energy compilation, one of the mose awesome festivals in his homeland and indeed the world, it was to be the start of a beautiful relationship. Playing also at other iconic events such as Mysteryland and Sensation, the JOOP sound began to spread. When the organisers of Trance Energy handpicked his epic track "The Future" as their official anthem for 2007, it was the stamp of approval. Performing "The Future" live on the main stage as the centrepiece of the night, it was clear for all to see - JOOP had arrived.

His remix for Santiago Nino, "Spark/Re-Charge" was picked up by DJ Preach's Relic Recordings and made some major waves.
In august, teaming up with Leon Bolier, "Hold On" featuring Denise Rivera looks set to smash all expectations. This is a dance floor anthem!

website: www.dj-joop.nl