Dj Mikestarr first emerged on the network in late 2002. Influenced and inspired from varies parts of the music scene including London, New York, Berlin and West Coast where he has spent time developing his ear for sound. His no-nonsense approach to music and pure love of the craft first caught the attention of promoter Thomas (Mr T Off da hook). Shortly thereafter Mikestarr was offered a residency at Bootylicious in 2003. It was here that he was enabled to bring a fresh, vibrant and eclectic mix of house and soul which is still prevalent in his sound today.
Soon enough word started to spread. Mikestarr was offered various guest spots across the capital including spots at prestigious club nights including Café de Paris and the White House. Later in 2003 Mikestarr was asked to spin in Berlins trendy Prenzlauer Berg club Marrietta. As fate goes whilst giving Berliners a taste of something different than the new electro/techno sound sweeping the city, Mikestarr tapped into the energy of the city was enabled to develop his craft further.Residencies came in with one of London’s top venues, The End at midweek Discotec. Playing alongside guests such as Boy George, Alan Thompson and frequent guests like Smokin Jo and David Guetta. Mardi Gras Australia in 2004 gave Mikestarr propelled Mikestarr to an even larger audience. Queer Nation beckoned Mikestarr in 2005 which has the title of longest running soulful house night with legends such as Frankie Knuckles, Kenny Carpenter from Studio 54 fame, house legend Robert Owens, Norman Jay MBE, DJ Disciple and Soulful House Diva Barbara Tucker. Also in 2005, Mikestarr was asked to help launch Vision with an emphasis of bringing a sense of unity and familiarity in a club night.In 2006 Mikestarr was approached by Fabric club night to join their team for the Sunday institution known as DTPM. It was here he was asked to define the gripping sound of electro sweeping the scene. Later that year during one of his sets, an agent asked Mikestarr whether he would be interested in joining an agency based in Berlin. Needless to say without hesitation he jumped at the chance and soon he was back in Berlin's Sage Club showing skills once again.2007 is where the real grind begins. Currently Mikestarr is working with Silicone Pump Gun (SPG) , a band signed to a major in Germany for remixing duties. His own solo production work is expected to be released later in the year.Mixes are available to download above. Click on blog entries.Booking enquiries email [email protected]
