DjP, also known as Beattraax, is the performance name used by Piotr Mazur, a Polish music producer and DJ. He presents music on the Polish scene and is associated with turntablism, funk and nu-funk.

Background

Piotr Mazur is born in 1979. He works under both DjP and Beattraax, and his music activity centres on creating and presenting his own productions publicly. He also uses the name Beattraax in relation to his work as a producer and deejay.

Broadcasts and performances

He takes part in radio work, including appearances on Radio Wodzirej on Radio Opole, where he performs on air with the help of Andrzej Szarometa. He also appears at clubs including Millennium, Skippens, Discoplex A4 and Aztek, among others. In addition, he performs at the Opole events Piastonalia 2002 and 2003.

Recognition and projects

He receives honourable mentions in the POP DJ competition in 2003 and 2004. A key point in his composing is Project Well, which brings his work to a wider club audience. His productions are described through their use of beat-driven rhythm, melodic elements, bass lines and experimental touches.