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Chris Fortier is an American DJ from Melbourne, Florida who currently is based out of the tiny island village of New York. Before delving into the nocturnal art of Djing in 1990, he was a surfer. Chris has used many monikers including Fade and 40oz and was introduced into the EDM scene by friends who were DJs. He started his first residency at Aahz nightclub in Orlando. In 1993, Chris and Neil Kolo founded a music label called Fade Records and released their first track as a duo called “…For All the People” one year later.
Chris Fortier is an American DJ from Melbourne, Florida who currently is based out of the tiny island village of New York. Before delving into the nocturnal art of Djing in 1990, he was a surfer. Chris has used many monikers including Fade and 40oz and was introduced into the EDM scene by friends who were DJs. He started his first residency at Aahz nightclub in Orlando. In 1993, Chris and Neil Kolo founded a music label called Fade Records and released their first track as a duo called “…For All the People” one year later.
Sounds
Progressive, techno, house, tech house.
Progressive, techno, house, tech house.
Where you might have heard him
Two years after Fade Records was founded, Chris stretched his limits to establish another label called Balance Record Pool. He has done a number of singles, remixes and compilations, either by himself or through collaboration with renowned names like Joel Mull, Ed Davenport and Mark Broom. His well-known remix of Delerium’s “Silence” even reached one million copies sold online. Chris’ love for New York City’s underground house music scene has also produced albums and EPs, such as Balance 007 (2005) and As Long as the Moment Exists (2007). Standing strong and steady at the top of his 20-year-long career, Chris has garnered more residencies overseas, most notably at The Cross in London and at Twilo in New York. His Balance Record Pool was awarded at the 2005 and 2006 International Dance Music Awards, while his Fade Records has helped DJ Steve Porter make a name for himself early in his career.
Two years after Fade Records was founded, Chris stretched his limits to establish another label called Balance Record Pool. He has done a number of singles, remixes and compilations, either by himself or through collaboration with renowned names like Joel Mull, Ed Davenport and Mark Broom. His well-known remix of Delerium’s “Silence” even reached one million copies sold online. Chris’ love for New York City’s underground house music scene has also produced albums and EPs, such as Balance 007 (2005) and As Long as the Moment Exists (2007). Standing strong and steady at the top of his 20-year-long career, Chris has garnered more residencies overseas, most notably at The Cross in London and at Twilo in New York. His Balance Record Pool was awarded at the 2005 and 2006 International Dance Music Awards, while his Fade Records has helped DJ Steve Porter make a name for himself early in his career.
Why see him
Chances are you’ve definitely heard Fortier’s remix of Delerium’s “Silence” featuring vocals by Sarah McLachlan, Head down to Mint on April 6 to see him for yourself.
Chances are you’ve definitely heard Fortier’s remix of Delerium’s “Silence” featuring vocals by Sarah McLachlan, Head down to Mint on April 6 to see him for yourself.
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