Gray Area Spotlight

Jeremy Olander's entrance into dance music was auspicious. He was the first artist to release on Pryda Recordings other than Eric Prydz. Over the last decade he's stayed true to his authentic progressive sound. And he's found a way to be a champion for Swedish dance music much in the dame way Prydz was for him. Read his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/jeremy-olander ▪️Follow Jeremy...

SWAYLÓ draws from a rich cultural background to create multi-dimensilnal, moody, and thumping beats. Pulling together elements of house, techno, trap, world music, and hip hop he's crafted a unique sound. Through his music he hopes to encourage mindfullness, unity, and peak dance floor experiences. Read his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/swaylo ▪️Follow SWAYLÓ▪️ Instagram - https:...

Dombresky's first release was in 2015 with Fool's Gold records. The French house producer has not looked back since! Hot off an iconic performance at Elrow NYC, Dombresky is topping charts and creating smiles with his joyous brand of house. Learn more about Dombresky in his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/dombresky ▪️Follow Dombresky▪️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dombresk...

Shelley Johannson life long love of dance music permeates everything she touches. It informs her dynamic DJ sets and heart-stopping beats. Her deep understanding of what moves a dance floor has led to releases on Bedrock, Drumcode, and Octopus Recordings. Her sound is a reflection of the music that made her fall in love with dance music and an innate sense of what will inspire its future. Check ou...

Techno producer and DJ Juliet Fox sits down with Gray Area to talk about discovering her sound, her love of travel, and how Green Velvet pushed her to use her own vocals in tracks. Learn more about her and what she hopes for the future of dance music in this Artist Spotlight. Learn more about Juliet in her Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/juliet-fox ▪️Follow Juliet Fox▪️ Instagram -...

San Diego based Sly Turner had made a name for himself locally with a consistent output of high quality minimal tech house. Releasing with Desert Hearts, he is quickly on the rise! Learn more about Sly in his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/sly-turner ▪️Follow Sly Turner▪️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/slyturnermusic Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/slyturnermusic/ Spoti...

Todd Terry is one of the architects of dance music culture. When he speaks it carries the weight of over three decades of dance music history. Learn more about his story in our Spotlight feature! Learn more about Todd in his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/todd-terry ▪️Follow Todd Terry▪️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/djtoddterry/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/djtoddterry F...

The German duo, Frankey & Sandrino, have been creating beautiful melodic house/techno since 2012. With timeless tracks on Innervisions and Dynamic, now label heads, Frankey and Sandrino are ones to watch! Learn more about Frankey & Sandrino in their Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/frankey-and-sandrino ▪️Follow Frankey & Sandrino▪️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/f...

Classically trained pianist, stellar vocalist, genre bending productions, Sohmi is one to watch! The Korean-American is a rising star with early support from Booka Shade, Yotto and Danny Howard. Learn more about her story in our Spotlight feature. Learn more about SOHMI in her Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/sohmi ▪️Follow SOHMI▪️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sohmi_/ Twitt...

To call Nala a DJ and producer isn't enough. The LA-based Dirtybird Player radiates artistry in all she does. Her confessional lyrics, indie electronica sensibilities, and open format DJ sets are refreshing. And her trademark positivity is infectious. Learn more about Nala in her Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/nala ▪️Follow Nala▪️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/this.is.nala...

Chelina Manuhutu's bubbly tech-house beats have made her a sought after DJ and producer. In this Spotlight, we'll find out how after a lifetime surrounded by music and artistry, a tragic accident led her to pursue her musical dreams. Learn more about Nala in her Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/chelina ▪️Follow Chelina▪️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chelinamanuhutu/ Twitter...

Brazillian born, Berlin-based techno titan Victor Ruiz has been through multiple musical transformation in his life. In this Spotlight, find out how his mental transformation over the last year has been his most important! Learn more about Victor in his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/victor-ruiz ▪️Follow Victor Ruiz▪️ Instagram Twitter Facebook Spotify Soundcloud ▪️Follow Gray Are...

QRTR, aka Meagan Rodriguez, has a sound that is drenched in emotion, layered with wavering synths that drip with sultry sophistication. Intentionally heartfelt yet innately dancefloor focused. She has managed to stand out with a unique take on house music. And in a genre that often relies on recycled tropes, she bravely injects her music with a meditative sensuality that refreshes mind, body, and...

Eelke Kleijn’s multi-decade long journey from novice trance producer to one of the most respected names in electronic music, has been far from a straight line. Despite a high level of success early in his career, Eelke Kleijn struggled over the years trying to find his true sonic identity. After founding his label, DAYS Like NIGHTS, in 2017, Eelke has released two full albums as well as countless...

Bastian Bux has achieved his most authentic form. In a few short years he's released on Suara, Mood, and Bedrock. And racked up festival outings at Tomorrowland and a residency with Elrow. He opens up with us about his previous life as an EDM star, and the struggles that led him to almost completely quit music. Learn more about Bastian in his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/bastian...

Francisco lovingly refers to his music as Retro-futuristic Martian groove. It's a way to express a library of musical influences inspired by a community of friends and family. The Chilean born artist walks us through his journey from concert violinist to international DJ. With some stops to hang out with Bjork on the way! Learn more about Francisco in his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/ar...

Luke Storrs, AKA Franky Wah was the breakout star of 2020 in the world of melodic house. Following his incredible EP with Sasha, Franky topped charts with a Cristoph collaboration and exquisite releases on Anjunadeep. He will be taking the US by storm in the coming months on his next tour. Learn more about Franky in his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/franky-wah ▪️Follow Franky Wah...

In this Spotlight, we're joined by the UK based artist Bontan. Bontan hit the ground running in 2013 with an iconic remix of Josh Butler's 'Got A Feeling.' Since then, he's established himself as a premier producer of melodic acid house, and must watch anytime he comes to a city near you! Learn more about Bontan in his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/bontan ▪️Follow Bontan ▪️ Insta...

In this Spotlight, we're joined by Hungarian-born artist Reelow. Reelow is a classically trained powerhouse. He discovered raves as a teenager and hasn't looked back. We talk to him about community, balance, and his incredible journey from raver to sought after producer! Learn more about Reelow in his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/reelow ▪️Follow Reelow ▪️ Instagram Twitter Faceb...

In this Spotlight episode, we're joined by one of the hottest names in dance music...AJ of Black Circle! AJ has been making waves in the scene with his unique blend of afro, tech, and melodic house. The Swiss native has seen support from Black Coffee, Nic Fanciulli and many more! Learn more about Black Circle in his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/black-circle ▪️Follow Black Circle...

In this Spotlight episode, we're joined by Ferreck Dawn. Ferreck's 20 year journey through dance music has stopped at every station. From teenage raver, to young, hardcore DJ. He finally found his most authentic self as a hero of the legendary Defected family. Learn more about Ferreck in his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/ferreck-dawn ▪️Follow Ferreck Dawn ▪️ Instagram Twitter Fac...

In this Spotlight, we're joined by event producer, label manager, and DJ Dan Faulwasser, also known as Dan Drastic. Dan has made a name for himself by wearing many different hats. A former concert promoter, Dan now helps to run the iconic Moon Harbour records while also producing their weekly radio show and DJing the occasional show if you are lucky enough to catch him! Learn more about Dan in his...

In this Spotlight, we're joined one half of Dutch production duo, Guz. After meeting in Miami, the two combined forces to create a sound that they felt was more authentic then anything they'd done as solo artists. Learn more about their story in today's episode! Learn more about Guz in his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/guz ▪️Follow Guz ▪️ Instagram Twitter Facebook Spotify Soundc...

In this Spotlight episode, we're joined by legendary UK producer, DJ, label owner, event organizer, and activist Yousef. Youself talked to us about his humble raver beginnings and what it felt like to throw the most covered event in dance music history. Learn more about Yousef in his Spotlight feature - https://grayarea.co/artists/yousef ▪️Follow Yousef ▪️ Instagram Twitter Facebook Spotify Soundc...

In this Spotlight, we're joined by Matt Caines the co-founder of Art With Me. Whether Matt Caines is laying down one of his deep, sexy, and sophisticated DJ sets or building an immersive world of lights, sound, and art he’s always a storyteller first. Through Art With Me, Matt offers transcendent experiences through his experiential festivals in Tulum, Mexico. Imagined as a Burning Man on the beac...