Biography of Gabriel Ben | |
| Moniker(s) / | formerly of Tattoo Detectives and formerly co-owner of Teggno Records |
"Gabriel Ben has a really good ear for music." - Carl Cox Mixmag May 2009
Gabriel Ben is no stranger to the Electronic Dance Music Industry. In 1987, Gabriel Ben took his first DJ gig and never looked back. Decades later, Gabriel has toured globally as a DJ, produced some hit records, and developed a fan base across the globe with his unique sound of dance music and vibrant energy. Gabriel Ben’s music productions have landed him on numerous record labels across the globe and has earned him support of top industry DJ’s in many different genres, such as Carl Cox, Paul Van Dyk, Dubfire, Erick Morillo, Roger Sanchez, Laurent Garnier, Ben Sims, Richie Hawtin, Axwell, Eddie Halliwell, Technasia; amongst many others.
"Gabriel is now playing and making some of the best electronic and techno music to date..." - Carl Cox Global Radio Show 327 July 2009
In 2006, Gabe partnered with Lance Blaise to create Tattoo Detectives and signed their first single “Etc.” to Carl Cox Space Ibiza CD. During the 3 year span the duo recorded some notable singles including, “Il Salto Fuori” & “She Bleeps ‘N Bloops.” In 2007, the two went on to create Teggno Records, a record label where they could publish their own music and release music from industry colleagues. However, in 2009, Gabriel Ben parted ways with Tattoo Detectives and Teggno Records and decided to embark on his own solo career. Since then has produced some big tracks for a number of different labels and topped charts on many different record stores.
“Gabriel Ben has produced some monster records.” – Carl Cox Global Radio Show 473 April 2012
“The Ibiza season in 2008 has been inspired by the Tattoo Detectives (Gabriel Ben & Lance Blaise) Il Salto Fuori, and its all about this dj is f*uckin’ crazy.” - Paul Van Dyk Vonyc Radio 2008
Along with production comes DJ’ing and Gabriel’s style has captivated crowds over the years. Some of Gabriel Ben’s highlights in the past have included; playing in Manchester, England, playing in Ireland, playing in Toronto, Canada, playing a tour in Brazil, which included the cities Rio De Janiero, Fortaleza, and Salvador. Gabe also traveled as an exclusive warm up DJ during his time with Tattoo Detectives on Carl Cox’s Ultimate CC Tour in 2008, which included stops in Boston & New York City. As well as opening for Carl Cox in Pacha New York in 2007. In 2012, it marked the first appearance for Gabriel Ben at Ultra Music Festival, the world’s #1 electronic dance music festival. GB has also played in cites around the United States including, New York, Miami, Boston, Philadelphia, Milwaukee, Pittsburgh, and Baltimore.
“Gabriel Ben has the pump, funk, and groove to move any dancefloor.” – Carl Cox Global Radio Show 473 April 2012
On the media side, Gabriel’s DJ mixes and music productions have been going out to audience’s globally on stations including BBC Radio 1, Kiss FM, Radio FG, Sirius, XM Radio, Proton, Afterhours FM, Vonyc to name a few. Gabe also hosts his own monthly radio show "Tektronic" which aired originally on Paul Van Dyk’s Vonyc Radio Netowrk, and now can be heard on DI.FM (Digitally Imported) as well as syndicated on other stations globally. The show will mark its third year anniversary on air in 2012.
As for the future, Gabriel Ben has plenty of new singles and remixes in store for 2012. GB’s plans to work on an artist album will eventually come later in the year and possibly in early part of 2013. Also expect to capture Gabriel Ben on tour this year, with plans to play in Europe & Ibiza as well as some dates in the US.
Web - www.gabrielben.com
Facebook - www.facebook.com/GabrielBenMusic
Twitter - www.twitter.com/gabrielben
Podcast – www.gabrielben.podomatic.com
Management – management@gabrielben.com
DJ Bookings – bookings@gabrielben.com
Production, including Remixes – info@gabrielben.com
