TOP 10 DJ OF THE WORLD 2009
1. TiestoTiesto - one name means so much. A unique vision of trance music that has conquered the world. Topping the DJ list for three years, playing the opening ceremonies of the Olympic games, and selling out stadiums; Tiesto live is an amazing experience. At the Mansion in Miami, Tiësto rocked the crowd for a non-stop set that has already become the stuff of legend. Magnetic visuals, creative performance artists and a stunning vocal performance by Jes completed the scene for a magical evening.
2. Paul Van DykWith a grammy nomination, a number one spot on DJ Magazine’s list of the Top Global DJs and the incredible Politics of Dancing 2 compilation, it’s been a great year for Paul Van Dyk. As a pioneer of electronic music, he breaks down genre and technological boundaries to entertain and unite the people of the world.
3. Judge JulesGlobetrotting superstar DJ Judge Jules has set his sights on the US in 2006 with the release of both an artist album and a mixed compilation. A fixture on BBC Radio One and Sirius Satellite, Jules is one of the few DJs who can bring the cutting edge club sound onto the air and keep the feeling alive in any environment.
4. Alex GoldHow many people can claim to have worked with Prince, Bryan Adams, Chuck D, Phil Oakey (Human League), and Maire Brennan (Clannad) to produce wonderful dance music? Launching the seminal UK dance label Xtravaganza, Alex Gold has been involved with over fifty-five top 40 hits while maintaining legendary DJ residencies around the world.
5. Markus SchulzGlobal DJ is an appropriate title for Markus Schulz. Currently touring the US, his summer Armada residency at Amnesia in Ibiza will be the homebase for his Global DJ Broadcast radio show. With a new mixed CD compilation due in September, this is going to be quite a busy summer for Markus.
6. Christopher LawrenceThe highest ranking US DJ on DJ Magazine's influential Top 100 poll for 2004, Chris has sold over 250,000 CDs and flies more miles than that annually to play around the world. Even after receiving just about every accolade possible, Christopher Lawrence is still down to earth and one of the hardest-working DJs out there, spreading his love of trance music to the people.
7. ATBAndre Tanneberger might be best known for his earliest hits "9pm (Til I Come)" and "Don't Stop" but his fourth CD "Addicted to Music" showcases a musical progression that could attract a whole new audience to his style of trance music. Known as ATB, he has been touring the world in support of his albums and bringing his music to the people.
8. Armin van BuurenRanked the #5 DJ in the world by the infamous DJ Magazine poll, Armin Van Buuren is touring the US to promote his new album "76." The album is completely self-produced with guest vocals from Ray Wilson (Genesis), Justine Suissa, Victoria Horn and rock band Krezip. Armin talks proudly of his studio work, radio shows and marathon DJ sets in his efforts to bring trance music to the people.
9. Paul Oakenfold. Perfecto. Not much more needs to be said.
10.Above and BeyondIt seems like trance isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Above and Beyond is a group specializing in uplifting trance that is made up of Jono Grant, Tony McGuinness, and Paavo Siljamäki. A British group that formed in the early millennium, A&B has managed to earn the support of the likes of Armin, PvD, and Ferry Corsten. The trio does double duty, writing songs and DJing (“Home” won Best Underground Dance Track at this year’s IDMAs). They having been climbing DJMag’s Top 100 since 2004, being ranked sixth in last year, and yes, they do host a weekly radio show, “Trance Around the World.”Ties to Ibiza: played at Space; holds residency at Cream, Amnesia; recorded Sirens of the Sea on the island.
2. Paul Van DykWith a grammy nomination, a number one spot on DJ Magazine’s list of the Top Global DJs and the incredible Politics of Dancing 2 compilation, it’s been a great year for Paul Van Dyk. As a pioneer of electronic music, he breaks down genre and technological boundaries to entertain and unite the people of the world.
3. Judge JulesGlobetrotting superstar DJ Judge Jules has set his sights on the US in 2006 with the release of both an artist album and a mixed compilation. A fixture on BBC Radio One and Sirius Satellite, Jules is one of the few DJs who can bring the cutting edge club sound onto the air and keep the feeling alive in any environment.
4. Alex GoldHow many people can claim to have worked with Prince, Bryan Adams, Chuck D, Phil Oakey (Human League), and Maire Brennan (Clannad) to produce wonderful dance music? Launching the seminal UK dance label Xtravaganza, Alex Gold has been involved with over fifty-five top 40 hits while maintaining legendary DJ residencies around the world.
5. Markus SchulzGlobal DJ is an appropriate title for Markus Schulz. Currently touring the US, his summer Armada residency at Amnesia in Ibiza will be the homebase for his Global DJ Broadcast radio show. With a new mixed CD compilation due in September, this is going to be quite a busy summer for Markus.
6. Christopher LawrenceThe highest ranking US DJ on DJ Magazine's influential Top 100 poll for 2004, Chris has sold over 250,000 CDs and flies more miles than that annually to play around the world. Even after receiving just about every accolade possible, Christopher Lawrence is still down to earth and one of the hardest-working DJs out there, spreading his love of trance music to the people.
7. ATBAndre Tanneberger might be best known for his earliest hits "9pm (Til I Come)" and "Don't Stop" but his fourth CD "Addicted to Music" showcases a musical progression that could attract a whole new audience to his style of trance music. Known as ATB, he has been touring the world in support of his albums and bringing his music to the people.
8. Armin van BuurenRanked the #5 DJ in the world by the infamous DJ Magazine poll, Armin Van Buuren is touring the US to promote his new album "76." The album is completely self-produced with guest vocals from Ray Wilson (Genesis), Justine Suissa, Victoria Horn and rock band Krezip. Armin talks proudly of his studio work, radio shows and marathon DJ sets in his efforts to bring trance music to the people.
9. Paul Oakenfold. Perfecto. Not much more needs to be said.
10.Above and BeyondIt seems like trance isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Above and Beyond is a group specializing in uplifting trance that is made up of Jono Grant, Tony McGuinness, and Paavo Siljamäki. A British group that formed in the early millennium, A&B has managed to earn the support of the likes of Armin, PvD, and Ferry Corsten. The trio does double duty, writing songs and DJing (“Home” won Best Underground Dance Track at this year’s IDMAs). They having been climbing DJMag’s Top 100 since 2004, being ranked sixth in last year, and yes, they do host a weekly radio show, “Trance Around the World.”Ties to Ibiza: played at Space; holds residency at Cream, Amnesia; recorded Sirens of the Sea on the island.
