Nick Warren

Nick Warren

Nick Warren is a UK DJ and producer associated with electronica, house and progressive house. He is from the United Kingdom and was born in 1968. He also works in the electronic and chillout areas, and his DJ sets are known for moving between deeper house, harder rhythms, techno and atmospheric breaks.

Background and DJ style

Warren begins DJing at free parties during the acid house period in 1988, when the UK rave scene is still developing. His approach is shaped by the early club culture emphasis on playing music for its own sake, and he becomes known for sets that build atmosphere, move through changes in intensity and take crowds in unexpected directions. He performs internationally and plays clubs and arenas in cities including London, Los Angeles and Taipei.

Bristol influence

Warren grows up in Bristol, and he describes the city’s multicultural club culture as central to his sound. He cites the influence of dub parties and the playing style of Jah Shakti, especially the use of space, reverb and sparse sound. His DJ style is linked to the moody atmosphere often associated with Bristol’s dance music scene.

Way Out West and releases

Warren is one half of Way Out West with Jody Wisternoff. The project is described as a pioneering electronic/band collaboration, and in 2008 he is completing its fourth studio album. He is also working through the Global Underground mix series, where he releases his eighth mix CD, GU035: Lima.

Industry role

Warren becomes head of A&R for Hope Recordings, a role that keeps him involved with emerging dance music. Across his career he remains active as both a selector and producer, with a reputation built on experience, consistency and a forward-looking approach to club music.