Spotlight 2 - In Stores Oct 12 2009
Saeed Younan has taken the international EDM scene by storm since he began his solo career back in 2004. His unique skills and mixing wizardry are second to none. Weaving and morphing tracks together into a seamless blend of house, progressive and techno, all the while keeping a warm and sexy vibe. And indeed Younan's new SPOTLIGHT 2 album is full of whopping basslines and sexy grooves. It is for this very reason his unique style does not cease to amaze, but always looking to astound.
A world class globe-trotting DJ, a recording artist, a sought-after remix producer, and head of his own record label, Saeed Younan has excelled as a true artist in the global dance scene. Without showing complacency, Saeed Younan does not cease to amaze, always looking to astound.
As a DJ, Saeed’s performances are renowned for his technical abilities and precision. He effortlessly weaves and morphs tracks together into a seamless blend of house, progressive and techno, enhancing his music into a warm and sexy vibe. All the while building momentum by allowing the music to ebb and swell.
In testimony to his worldwide appeal, Younan was nominated one of America’s Top 100 DJ’s, landing the number 13th spot in America’s Best DJ Poll (DJ Times Magazine 2008). Younan was also nominated for Best Breakthrough DJ at the 2003 Dance Star Awards. These milestone events gave him the global recognition and provided the opportunity to push his sound further, and while doing so, captivating audiences worldwide. Saeed Younan has headlined at prominent clubs across the globe in exotic locations such as Ibiza, Portugal, Israel, Tokyo, Greece, Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Canada, Hong Kong, Egypt, Russia, Morocco, with the list going on and on.
As a producer, Younan is currently entering the busiest period of his career. Not only is he playing at different destinations on a weekly basis, but he also stepped up his production and remix work. He's had numerous top ten singles on Beatport and other digital download services; released four mix compilations;
A native of Washington DC (from a middle-eastern descent), Younan grew up listening to a variety of ethnic music. As a result, his musical sound resonates with percolating beats and sonic grooves. His production have been dubbed “timeless”
Saeed Younan is certainly a busy man with many jobs, but armed with his fierce work ethic and an unlimited passion for music, he welcomes each new challenge. "It's a lot of juggling," he admits, “but I'm used to it, I've done it all my life. I'm excited about the future, about my label and my production work. I wake up every morning and ask, what is going to keep me going? What can I do that nobody else has done yet? What's next?”
"SPOTLIGHT 2" ON KULT RECORDS due OCT 12 2009
