Joey Negro is the most well-known pseudonym of master British DJ/producer/remixer Dave Lee.
Under a plethora of monikers including Jakatta, Sessomato, the Hed Boys, Doug Willis, Raven Maize, The Sunburst Band and Z Factor, Joey was one of the first artists to incorporate disco samples in house music when he began his production career in 1991. 15 years later he continues to champion the disco house concept, even as many predict its downfall, and remains today one of the most commercially successful and in-demand artists on the global scene.
Dave’s reputation as a highly-skilled producer and remixer has resulted in many chart-topping liaisons with high profile pop acts over the years. He has completed remixes and productions for stars including Mariah Carry, Royksopp, Artful Dodger, Sugababes, M-People, Diana Ross, Pet Shop Boys, Brand New Heavies, Ultra Nate, Sister Sledge, Simply Red, Take That and Lionel Ritchie.
His hard work and brilliant remixes for both dance and pop artists alike led to Dave’s crowning as Best UK Remixer by both DMC/Mixmag and DJ magazine in 1992. Dave’s impressive discography has ensured he has remained in demand on the global DJ circuit, playing at the biggest and best venues over the world. Several compilation releases including his ‘Joey Negro In The House’ release on Defected, his ‘Disco Spectrum’ and ‘Jumpin’ series and his ‘Nite:Life’ and recent ‘Nite:Life 08: Remastered’ releases on NRK have further spread this master’s influence.
Dave Lee, Joey Negro, Jakatta, Raven Maize, Z Factor, call him what you will, but his ability is without question and his status as one of the most gifted and hard-working individuals in world music circles is as true as ever.
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