Chris Cox

Bio:

..Grammy Nominated Producer / Remixer / DJ

..CHRIS COX BIOGRAPHY..

Chris Cox - record producer, remixer, DJ, mix engineer, and multi-instrumentalist - is one of the most talented and successful dance music artists in the United States. With a regular rotation of sold-out international DJ performances and studio productions that yield nothing but chart-topping hits, Chris Cox is a symbol of the superstar power in dance music today.

There are few who have done more for dance music and the DJ industry than Chris Cox. With a discography of more than 400 productions, remixes, mix compilations, and a string of 43 1 Billboard Dance Club Hits, this Nevada native has left a permanent mark. Certainly more than any other, Chris Cox is defined by his stand-out remixes that have made him a global phenomenon.

While loyal fans await the latest reconstruction of their diva, pop/rock favorites, and party people await his arrival to their dance floor, Chris Cox looks to the year 2010 with new production plans and ideas that are worthy of a new decade full of opportunity that will excite dance music fans and floors worldwide.

“So often on projects I have been reinterpreting the work of other artists. While I still love synth programming, making beats, and mixing, I am currently enjoying diving into songwriting and original production. I am also dedicating a lot more time to playing guitars again and using the studio as a vehicle to explore my own musical vision and twisted sense of humor.”

Rising to prominence in the late 90’s as one-half of the remix/production duo Thunderpuss, Chris Cox has mixed tribal-tipped rhythms into the potent vocals of artists like Madonna, Whitney Houston, Jennifer Lopez, Mary J. Blige, Enrique Iglesias, Christina Aguilera, Britney Spears, Shakira, Janet Jackson, and the Pet Shop Boys.

In 2004 Cox received a Best Dance Recording GRAMMY Nomination for his co-production of the Cher song “Love One Another.” He was also a two-time IDMA Award winner in 2000 and 2002 for “Remixer of the Year,” and the recipient of the IDMA Award for “Best Underground 12” Dance Record For The Year 2001”.

As a solo-artist Cox continues to create mind-blowing mixes for such chart-topping artists like Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Janet Jackson, Rhianna, Fall Out Boy, Kelly Osbourne, Celine Dion, and vocal legend Shirley Bassey. In 2008 Cox produced and remixed the 1 Billboard Electronic Album “Hannah Montana 2 Non-Stop Dance Party” for Disney sensation Hannah Montana.

Out of the studio Chris Cox is a world-class DJ who has logged over 2 ½ million miles headlining parties, festivals and residencies performing his signature celebratory, bigger-than-life sets in nightlife capitals such as Paris, Rio de Janeiro, Miami, Prague, London, Las Vegas, New York City, Mexico City, Montreal, Chicago, and Atlanta.

As a musical entertainer in the role of the DJ, Cox adapts a unique and personal musical journey for every venue, crowd, and night. The drums are incredibly important and incredibly varied. From primal tribal-rhythms to rattling militant-stompers, these beats provide the backbone of his boundary-breaking and chance-taking mixes. His musical vision is translated to the dance floor via a format of spectacular live programming, Chris Cox productions, and subliminally sexy arrangements that surpass expectations and surprise even the most seasoned dance music lover. Clubs that made an impact on his sound include Nation in D.C., Universe in San Francisco, and Crobar in Miami. As Chris recalls, “Those particular clubs had the entire show, the entire vibe, and everything was just perfect.”

Chris’ dedication to delivering an unforgettable night is indisputable. He knows when and how to play the funk out of a record, how to summon the soul from a crowd, and provide the attitude and magic they crave, desire and deserve.

Member Since:

November 22, 2005

Members:

Chris Cox, Pete Tong & Chris Cox, Thunderpuss, Pusaka, Chris Cox & Dave Dresden, Chris Cox & Trent Cantrelle, Jody den Broeder & Chris Cox

Influences:

Prince, Earth Wind & Fire, Giorgio Moroder, Quincy Jones, Mutt Lange, Shep Pettibone, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, Nigel Godrich, Nile Rogers, Jay Graydon, Keith Forsey, Butch Vig, Brian Reeves, Andy Wallace, Babyface, David Cole, Jacques Morali, Steve "Silk" Hurley, Eric Kupper, Chep Nunez, Coldcut, Latin Rascals, DJ EFX, Larry Carlton, Steve Howe, Terry Bozzio, Neil Pert, Marcus Miller, Bernard Edwards, David Sanborn, Michael Brecker, Tom Scott............................................

I love sooooo much music, it hurts to think about it......... Things that challenge and bend ears: Radiohead, Air. Progressive and experimental stuff that shows off talent: Yes, Mahavishnu Orchestra, Rush, Steve Vai. Early 70's fusion: Brecker Brothers, Billy Cobham, Herbie Hancock. BeBop of late 40's and early 50's: Charlie Parker, Thelonius Monk, John Coletrane, Cannonball Adderly, Art Tatum. Minneapolis funk of the 80's: Prince and all related projects. Things that hurt ears: 70's Punk, early 80's hardcore, mid 80's Industrial. Classic piano house of the 80's: usually from Chicago, UK, Detroit, NYC. Cheesy 70's AM radio hits: Olivia Newton John, Neil Sedaka, Pablo Cruise, Little River Band, and various assorted sugar-coated dreck. Classic 70's and Southern Rock: Boston, Skynard, Molly Hatchet, Styx. 80's metal and hard rock: Ozzy, Priest, early Def Leppard. Psychedelic 60's and early 70's: Pink Floyd, Doors, early Santana, Dead. Hip hop &; rap BEFORE 1993. ;-)

Sounds Like:

House, Tribal, Anthem, Driving, Energetic...... Musical, but with an edge. Music that makes you sweaty, lift your hands in the air, and have full body orgasms.

Chris Cox live at Pacha in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Record Label:

Tommy Boy Records, Provocative Music