Groove junkies
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Groove Junkies is American house
record producer
and DJ
based out of Los Angeles, CA. "Groove Junkies" consists of founding member Evan Landes who produces House
, Soul
and is popular in Europe
, Australia
, UK, China
, Japan
, and USA. Groove Junkies is considered a leader of the soulful house movement and has produced and remixed some of the most prominent artists of our time. "Groove Junkies" music has been featured on BBC, KPWR, and Ministry of Sound
. Various articles have been written about Groove Junkies in prominent dance music publications such as Dj Mag and M8 Magazine.
Born and raised in New York, Evan Landes (pka Groove Junkies) has gained support throughout the international dance community for his consistent quality of work. Thought provoking lyrics, undeniable hooks, and impeccable production are the signature elements that define the ‘Groove Junkies’ sound. Evan’s musical palette runs the gamut from Soul, Funk, R&B and Jazz, to Rock, Gospel & Latin rhythms. A wide range of Artists such as Stevie Wonder, Ella Fitzgerald, Teddy Pendergrass, Marvin Gaye, Miles Davis, The Beatles, Sarah Vaughan, Frank Sinatra, Tito Puente and Aretha Franklin have all had an enormous influence on Evan’s writing, producing and DJing style.
As founding member of Groove Junkies he has launched numerous assaults on global dance charts since 1995. Having had previous releases on Virgin, and Champion, he launched his own MoreHouse label in 2002. He’s gone from strength to strength with each release, gaining support from industry heavyweights such as Frankie Knuckles, Louie Vega, David Morales, Roger Sanchez, Ben Watt, Joey Negro and Tony Humphries to name a few. His original chart topping songs such as “Deeper,” “Gonna Get By,” “Sunshine,” “Oh Lord,” “Dr Feelgood,” “Music's Gotcha Jumpin’,” “Free Your Mind,” “Black Man In The White House,” “Far Away,” “The White Light” and “You Know How To Love Me” have inspired a legion of loyal fans throughout the global dance community. In October 2010 his critically acclaimed artist album “In The Zone” shot up to the coveted #1 position on the Top 100 Album Downloads chart on traxsource.com within 4 days and received numerous ‘Album of the Year & Month’ kudos form numerous industry publications. This, along with his best selling compilations (Om, Bargrooves, Kinkysweet), high profile remixes (Rihanna, Frankie Knuckles, Ben Watt, Pussycat Dolls, Deborah Cox, Leela James, Michelle Weeks, Lisa Millett) and popular syndicated radio show MoHo Stereo, have solidified Evan’s position as one of today’s most consistent and influential artists within the global house community.
Nominations for ‘Breakthrough Producer’ at London’s House Music Awards in 2005, and ‘Breakthrough DJ’ at the Ibiza DJ Awards in 2006 have offered well deserved recognition of Evan’s exceptional ability.
Evan Landes has had success as a producer and DJ on an international scale and has remixed top grossing acts in the USA such as Rihanna
's "Take a Bow" on Def Jam Recordings
, Pussycat Dolls
' "StickWitU" on A&M Records
, Leela James
"Good Times" on Warner Bros. Records
, as well as international recording artists such as Ben Watt "Lone Cat" on Buzzin' Fly, Frankie Knuckles feat. Nicki Richards "Matter Of Time" & "I've Had Enough" on Definity, Michelle Weeks "My Change" on Devotion and Marc Evans "Giving Me Joy" on Defected Records
to name just a few. "Groove Junkies" have also helped jump start & solidify careers of such artist as Ida Corr
, Solara, Indeya, Diane Carter, and Alexander Sky (Alexander Polinsky
), TC Moses, on Evan's imprint MoreHouse Records.
Aside from chart topping original productions, and remixes, Evan's discog also includes a host of Groove Junkies mixed compilations such as the best-selling Bargrooves ‘Mimosa’ CD (Seamless), the critically acclaimed ‘House of Om’ & ‘Summer Sessions’ Om Records
, the ultra hip ‘After Dark / Los Angeles’ (Kinkysweet), and ‘Late Night with Groove Junkies’ Swank Records.
Evan's DJ touring has showcased his talent on an international level at some of the hottest venues, and festivals to an ever growing fan-base. Having headlined extensively throughout the world, Evan holds an impeccable reputation throughout clubland’s most discerning dance floors. As Groove Junkies 'founding father' and now solo member, he's earned a reputation for exceptional DJing skills, and flawless programming ability. Evan has headlined on 5 different continents and rocked the decks at such diverse venues/festivals/parties as Def Mix @ Pacha, Ibiza, Club Essential in Riga Latvia, Catwalk in Barcelona, Turmills in London, SHE @ Trademark in Sydney Australia, Mansion in Miami, The Smart Bar in Chicago, Detroit’s Electronic Movement Festival, and the Electric Daisy Carnival, Balance & DEEP in Los Angeles to name a few. He has shared the stage with DJ Heavyweights such as Frankie Knuckles, Francois K., Hec Romero, Ben Watt, Grant Nelson, Kaskade, Terry Hunter, Brian Tappert, Ron Carroll, Jamie Lewis, Bobby & Steve, Andy Caldwell, DJ Meme, Jellybean Benitez, Jay J, Victor Simonelli, CJ Mackintosh, Marlon D., Tedd Patterson, Tortured Soul, Barbara Tucker, Michael Watford, Dawn Tallman, Thelma Houston, Kenny Bobien and many more.
Evan Landes has contributed to the output on labels such as Island/Def Jam, A &M, Warner Bros., J Records, Interscope, Ultra, Defected, Definity, Om Records, Soulfuric, Mn2S and Buzzin’ Fly. Original productions and remixes by Groove Junkies have also been licensed to Universal, Defected ITH, Hed Kandi, Ministry of Sound, OM, Seamless, and MN2S.
"Groove Junkies" music has been featured on some of the highest grossing mix compilations of all time by labels such as Defected Records
, Hed Kandi
, Om Records
, and Ministry of Sound
as well as featured on mix compilations by some of the highest profile DJs such as Grammy nominated Jay-J
and Grammy winner Frankie Knuckles
.
Partial List of music featured on mix compilations
There’s no shortage of US based house producers, so it takes something quite special to rise above the rest and shine. The fact that Groove Junkies have cultivated such a strong reputation in such varied corners of this industry is testament not only to Evan’s enormous talent as a producer and his unbridled skill as a DJ, but a combination of both - intertwined with that rarest of things; true star quality. There are no indications of letting up the pressure in 2011/12, as he continues his prolific studio output, maintains his international DJ commitments, and continues to host his acclaimed monthly MoHo Stereo Radio Show on a variety of high profile media outlets throughout the world. With further awards nominations most probably in the pipeline and the dance floor bombs guaranteed to be flowing, Evan Landes is a force that can not be ignored.
House music
House music is a genre of electronic dance music that originated in Chicago, Illinois, United States in the early 1980s. It was initially popularized in mid-1980s discothèques catering to the African-American, Latino American, and gay communities; first in Chicago circa 1984, then in other...
record producer
Record producer
A record producer is an individual working within the music industry, whose job is to oversee and manage the recording of an artist's music...
and DJ
Disc jockey
A disc jockey, also known as DJ, is a person who selects and plays recorded music for an audience. Originally, "disc" referred to phonograph records, not the later Compact Discs. Today, the term includes all forms of music playback, no matter the medium.There are several types of disc jockeys...
based out of Los Angeles, CA. "Groove Junkies" consists of founding member Evan Landes who produces House
House music
House music is a genre of electronic dance music that originated in Chicago, Illinois, United States in the early 1980s. It was initially popularized in mid-1980s discothèques catering to the African-American, Latino American, and gay communities; first in Chicago circa 1984, then in other...
, Soul
Soul music
Soul music is a music genre originating in the United States combining elements of gospel music and rhythm and blues. According to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, soul is "music that arose out of the black experience in America through the transmutation of gospel and rhythm & blues into a form of...
and is popular in Europe
Europe
Europe is, by convention, one of the world's seven continents. Comprising the westernmost peninsula of Eurasia, Europe is generally 'divided' from Asia to its east by the watershed divides of the Ural and Caucasus Mountains, the Ural River, the Caspian and Black Seas, and the waterways connecting...
, Australia
Australia
Australia , officially the Commonwealth of Australia, is a country in the Southern Hemisphere comprising the mainland of the Australian continent, the island of Tasmania, and numerous smaller islands in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. It is the world's sixth-largest country by total area...
, UK, China
China
Chinese civilization may refer to:* China for more general discussion of the country.* Chinese culture* Greater China, the transnational community of ethnic Chinese.* History of China* Sinosphere, the area historically affected by Chinese culture...
, Japan
Japan
Japan is an island nation in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean, it lies to the east of the Sea of Japan, China, North Korea, South Korea and Russia, stretching from the Sea of Okhotsk in the north to the East China Sea and Taiwan in the south...
, and USA. Groove Junkies is considered a leader of the soulful house movement and has produced and remixed some of the most prominent artists of our time. "Groove Junkies" music has been featured on BBC, KPWR, and Ministry of Sound
Ministry of Sound
Ministry of Sound London, commonly referred to as simply Ministry of Sound or MoS, is a nightclub based in London, United Kingdom and an associated record label. It was ranked fourth in the 2010 DJ Magazine top 100 clubs poll 2010. As well as the nightclub in London, there is another in Egypt and...
. Various articles have been written about Groove Junkies in prominent dance music publications such as Dj Mag and M8 Magazine.
Biography
Born and raised in New York, Evan Landes (pka Groove Junkies) has gained support throughout the international dance community for his consistent quality of work. Thought provoking lyrics, undeniable hooks, and impeccable production are the signature elements that define the ‘Groove Junkies’ sound. Evan’s musical palette runs the gamut from Soul, Funk, R&B and Jazz, to Rock, Gospel & Latin rhythms. A wide range of Artists such as Stevie Wonder, Ella Fitzgerald, Teddy Pendergrass, Marvin Gaye, Miles Davis, The Beatles, Sarah Vaughan, Frank Sinatra, Tito Puente and Aretha Franklin have all had an enormous influence on Evan’s writing, producing and DJing style.
As founding member of Groove Junkies he has launched numerous assaults on global dance charts since 1995. Having had previous releases on Virgin, and Champion, he launched his own MoreHouse label in 2002. He’s gone from strength to strength with each release, gaining support from industry heavyweights such as Frankie Knuckles, Louie Vega, David Morales, Roger Sanchez, Ben Watt, Joey Negro and Tony Humphries to name a few. His original chart topping songs such as “Deeper,” “Gonna Get By,” “Sunshine,” “Oh Lord,” “Dr Feelgood,” “Music's Gotcha Jumpin’,” “Free Your Mind,” “Black Man In The White House,” “Far Away,” “The White Light” and “You Know How To Love Me” have inspired a legion of loyal fans throughout the global dance community. In October 2010 his critically acclaimed artist album “In The Zone” shot up to the coveted #1 position on the Top 100 Album Downloads chart on traxsource.com within 4 days and received numerous ‘Album of the Year & Month’ kudos form numerous industry publications. This, along with his best selling compilations (Om, Bargrooves, Kinkysweet), high profile remixes (Rihanna, Frankie Knuckles, Ben Watt, Pussycat Dolls, Deborah Cox, Leela James, Michelle Weeks, Lisa Millett) and popular syndicated radio show MoHo Stereo, have solidified Evan’s position as one of today’s most consistent and influential artists within the global house community.
Nominations for ‘Breakthrough Producer’ at London’s House Music Awards in 2005, and ‘Breakthrough DJ’ at the Ibiza DJ Awards in 2006 have offered well deserved recognition of Evan’s exceptional ability.
Artists
Evan Landes has had success as a producer and DJ on an international scale and has remixed top grossing acts in the USA such as Rihanna
Rihanna
Robyn Rihanna Fenty , better known as simply Rihanna, is a Barbadian recording artist. Born in Saint Michael, Barbados, Rihanna moved to the United States at the age of 16 to pursue a recording career under the guidance of record producer Evan Rogers...
's "Take a Bow" on Def Jam Recordings
Def Jam Recordings
Def Jam Recordings is an American record label, focused primarily on hip hop and urban music, owned by Universal Music Group, and operates as a part of The Island Def Jam Motown Music Group...
, Pussycat Dolls
Pussycat Dolls
The Pussycat Dolls are an American pop girl group and dance ensemble based in Los Angeles; currently consisting of Lauren Bennett, Vanessa Curry, Kristal "Lyndriette" Smith, Tiffany "Taz" Zavala, Kia Hampton and Paula Van Oppen. The Pussycat Dolls were founded by choreographer Robin Antin in 1995...
' "StickWitU" on A&M Records
A&M Records
A&M Records is an American record label owned by Universal Music Group that operates under the mantle of its Interscope-Geffen-A&M division.-Beginnings:...
, Leela James
Leela James
Leela James is an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter. James cites singers James Brown, Roberta Flack, Marvin Gaye, Donny Hathaway, Gladys Knight, Mavis Staples, and Stevie Wonder as her influences...
"Good Times" on Warner Bros. Records
Warner Bros. Records
Warner Bros. Records Inc. is an American record label. It was the foundation label of the present-day Warner Music Group, and now operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of that corporation. It maintains a close relationship with its former parent, Warner Bros. Pictures, although the two companies...
, as well as international recording artists such as Ben Watt "Lone Cat" on Buzzin' Fly, Frankie Knuckles feat. Nicki Richards "Matter Of Time" & "I've Had Enough" on Definity, Michelle Weeks "My Change" on Devotion and Marc Evans "Giving Me Joy" on Defected Records
Defected Records
- History :Established in 1999 by former AM:PM and Cooltempo A&R man Simon Dunmore, Defected's first release was Soulsearcher's "I Can't Get Enough" which reached No.5 in the UK singles chart. This early success was followed up with Roger Sanchez's "Another Chance", which hit No.1 in the UK singles...
to name just a few. "Groove Junkies" have also helped jump start & solidify careers of such artist as Ida Corr
Ida Corr
Ida Corr is a Danish singer, songwriter and music producer.-Career:At the age of 11 Corr won the first Danish Children Songcontest...
, Solara, Indeya, Diane Carter, and Alexander Sky (Alexander Polinsky
Alexander Polinsky
Alexander Polinsky is an American actor, voice actor, and singer who is perhaps best known for his role as Adam Powell on Charles in Charge. After the show ended, he has made TV, voice, and movie appearances, as well as working as a mold-maker at a movie prop design studio...
), TC Moses, on Evan's imprint MoreHouse Records.
- Pussycat DollsPussycat DollsThe Pussycat Dolls are an American pop girl group and dance ensemble based in Los Angeles; currently consisting of Lauren Bennett, Vanessa Curry, Kristal "Lyndriette" Smith, Tiffany "Taz" Zavala, Kia Hampton and Paula Van Oppen. The Pussycat Dolls were founded by choreographer Robin Antin in 1995...
(remix) - Leela JamesLeela JamesLeela James is an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter. James cites singers James Brown, Roberta Flack, Marvin Gaye, Donny Hathaway, Gladys Knight, Mavis Staples, and Stevie Wonder as her influences...
(remix) - RihannaRihannaRobyn Rihanna Fenty , better known as simply Rihanna, is a Barbadian recording artist. Born in Saint Michael, Barbados, Rihanna moved to the United States at the age of 16 to pursue a recording career under the guidance of record producer Evan Rogers...
(remix) - Ida CorrIda CorrIda Corr is a Danish singer, songwriter and music producer.-Career:At the age of 11 Corr won the first Danish Children Songcontest...
- Alexander PolinskyAlexander PolinskyAlexander Polinsky is an American actor, voice actor, and singer who is perhaps best known for his role as Adam Powell on Charles in Charge. After the show ended, he has made TV, voice, and movie appearances, as well as working as a mold-maker at a movie prop design studio...
- Ben WattBen WattBenjamin Brian Thomas Watt is a British musician, DJ, and record producer, best known as one half of the duo, Everything but the Girl.-Family:...
(remix) - Marc Evans (remix)
- Solara
- Wendy Brune
- TC Moses
- Diane Carter
- Pepe Link
- Morten Trust
- Andy Caldwell
- Indeya
- Raya Beam
- Solomen Henderson
- Chezere
- Louis Hale
Compilations (compiled & mixed by Groove Junkies)
Aside from chart topping original productions, and remixes, Evan's discog also includes a host of Groove Junkies mixed compilations such as the best-selling Bargrooves ‘Mimosa’ CD (Seamless), the critically acclaimed ‘House of Om’ & ‘Summer Sessions’ Om Records
Om Records
Om Records is a US-based record label, established in 1995, which releases electronic music, dance music, and hip hop. The label was founded in San Francisco in 1995 by Chris Smith. Om Records releases both artist albums and various compilations. Some of the most notable compilations include Om...
, the ultra hip ‘After Dark / Los Angeles’ (Kinkysweet), and ‘Late Night with Groove Junkies’ Swank Records.
- Om RecordsOm RecordsOm Records is a US-based record label, established in 1995, which releases electronic music, dance music, and hip hop. The label was founded in San Francisco in 1995 by Chris Smith. Om Records releases both artist albums and various compilations. Some of the most notable compilations include Om...
"House of Om" and Summer Session" - Swank Recordings "Late Night w/ Groove Junkies"
- Seamless "BarGrooves" mixed by Groove Junkies
Discography (partial list)
- Virgin RecordsVirgin RecordsVirgin Records is a British record label founded by English entrepreneur Richard Branson, Simon Draper, and Nik Powell in 1972. The company grew to be a worldwide music phenomenon, with platinum performers such as Roy Orbison, Devo, Genesis, Keith Richards, Janet Jackson, Culture Club, Lenny...
"Everybody Needs to Be Loved" - Faze Trax "Insane"
- Champion RecordsChampion RecordsThe name Champion Records has been used by at least four record labels.An early Champion label was produced by Gennett Records as an inexpensive label that featured country or "hillbilly" artists, as well as popular bands, hot jazz and blues...
"Music is Life" - White Label Group "Spend the Night"
- Om RecordsOm RecordsOm Records is a US-based record label, established in 1995, which releases electronic music, dance music, and hip hop. The label was founded in San Francisco in 1995 by Chris Smith. Om Records releases both artist albums and various compilations. Some of the most notable compilations include Om...
"Just Groovin" - Om RecordsOm RecordsOm Records is a US-based record label, established in 1995, which releases electronic music, dance music, and hip hop. The label was founded in San Francisco in 1995 by Chris Smith. Om Records releases both artist albums and various compilations. Some of the most notable compilations include Om...
"Paradise" - MoreHouse Records "Inside My Soul" Groove Junkies pres. Solomon Henderson
- MoreHouse Records "Gonna Get By" Groove Junkies feat. Indeya
- MoreHouse Records "Deeper" Groove Junkies feat. Solara & Raya Beam
- MoreHouse Records "Don't Cha Give Up" Groove Junkies feat. Diane Carter
- MoreHouse Records "Gonna Get By" Part II" Groove Junkies feat. Indeya
- MoreHouse Records "Wake Up Everybody" Groove Junkies
- MoreHouse Records "Oh Lord" Groove Junkies pres. Indeya
- MoreHouse Records "Love Has Come Around" Morten Trust
- MoreHouse Records "Midnight" Groove Junkies
- MoreHouse Records "Didn't I Bring You Love" Groove Junkies pres. Diva 2 Diva
- MoreHouse Records "I Put My Faith In You" Morten Trust feat. Ida CorrIda CorrIda Corr is a Danish singer, songwriter and music producer.-Career:At the age of 11 Corr won the first Danish Children Songcontest...
- MoreHouse Records "Sunshine (Sol Brillante)" Groove Junkies pres. Solara
- MoreHouse Records "I've Got It Bad" Groove Junkies pres. Alexander Sky aka
- Alexander PolinskyAlexander PolinskyAlexander Polinsky is an American actor, voice actor, and singer who is perhaps best known for his role as Adam Powell on Charles in Charge. After the show ended, he has made TV, voice, and movie appearances, as well as working as a mold-maker at a movie prop design studio...
- MoreHouse Records "Music's Gotcha Jumpin'" Groove Junkies feat. Indeya
- MoreHouse Records "Feels Like Home" Groove Junkies feat. Diane Carter
- MoreHouse Records "Catch Your Shine" Groove Junkies pres. Kathie Talbot
- MoreHouse Records "Devotion" Groove Junkies feat. T.C. Moses
- MoreHouse Records "Dr. Feelgood" FSB featuring Diane Carter
- MoreHouse Records "Devotion Part 2" Groove Junkies feat. T.C. Moses
- MoreHouse Records "Oh Lord 2006" Groove Junkies feat. Indeya
- MoreHouse Records "I Believe In Dreams" Groove Junkies and Andy Caldwell feat. Alexander Sky aka *Alexander PolinskyAlexander PolinskyAlexander Polinsky is an American actor, voice actor, and singer who is perhaps best known for his role as Adam Powell on Charles in Charge. After the show ended, he has made TV, voice, and movie appearances, as well as working as a mold-maker at a movie prop design studio...
- MoreHouse Records "Free Your Mind" Groove Junkies feat. TC Moses
- MoreHouse Records "Music's Gotcha Jumpin' 2007" Groove Junkies feat. Indeya
- MoreHouse Records "Music's Gotcha Jumpin 2007 Pt. 2" Groove Junkies feat. Indeya
- MoreHouse Records "Life is What You Make It" MoHo All Stars feat. Solara
- MoreHouse Records "So Damn Crazy" Groove Junkies feat. TC Moses
- MoreHouse Records "Work It Out" Groove Junkies feat. Wendy Brune'
- MoreHouse Records "MoHo Essentials Vol. 1" Various Artist
Remixes
(partial list)- Deep Sensations "Love Has Come Around" Sunswept Music 2003
- Lone Cat (Holding On) "Lone Cat (Holding On)" Buzzin' Fly Records
- Music Is The Answer 2004 "Music Is The Answer" Dotdotdot Records
- Para Goza "Para Goza" Essence Records
- Praise His Name (Part 1) "Praise His Name" MAP Dance
- Praise His Name (Part 2) "Praise His Name" MAP Dance
- Fire "Fire" Ündo Music
- Soulfuric Vaults Vol. 1 "He Is The Galaxy" Soulfuric Records
- Leela JamesLeela JamesLeela James is an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter. James cites singers James Brown, Roberta Flack, Marvin Gaye, Donny Hathaway, Gladys Knight, Mavis Staples, and Stevie Wonder as her influences...
"Good Times" Warner Bros. RecordsWarner Bros. RecordsWarner Bros. Records Inc. is an American record label. It was the foundation label of the present-day Warner Music Group, and now operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of that corporation. It maintains a close relationship with its former parent, Warner Bros. Pictures, although the two companies... - "Inside & Out" Duffnote Recordings
- "Rise" OM RecordsOm RecordsOm Records is a US-based record label, established in 1995, which releases electronic music, dance music, and hip hop. The label was founded in San Francisco in 1995 by Chris Smith. Om Records releases both artist albums and various compilations. Some of the most notable compilations include Om...
- West Coast Excursions Vol. 3 "Soul Symphony" Transport Recordings
- "Tropical Paradise" MAP Dance
- Pussycat DollsPussycat DollsThe Pussycat Dolls are an American pop girl group and dance ensemble based in Los Angeles; currently consisting of Lauren Bennett, Vanessa Curry, Kristal "Lyndriette" Smith, Tiffany "Taz" Zavala, Kia Hampton and Paula Van Oppen. The Pussycat Dolls were founded by choreographer Robin Antin in 1995...
"StickwitU" A&M RecordsA&M RecordsA&M Records is an American record label owned by Universal Music Group that operates under the mantle of its Interscope-Geffen-A&M division.-Beginnings:... - Marc Evans "Given Me Joy" Defected RecordsDefected Records- History :Established in 1999 by former AM:PM and Cooltempo A&R man Simon Dunmore, Defected's first release was Soulsearcher's "I Can't Get Enough" which reached No.5 in the UK singles chart. This early success was followed up with Roger Sanchez's "Another Chance", which hit No.1 in the UK singles...
- RihannaRihannaRobyn Rihanna Fenty , better known as simply Rihanna, is a Barbadian recording artist. Born in Saint Michael, Barbados, Rihanna moved to the United States at the age of 16 to pursue a recording career under the guidance of record producer Evan Rogers...
"Take A Bow" Def Jam Records
Touring
Evan's DJ touring has showcased his talent on an international level at some of the hottest venues, and festivals to an ever growing fan-base. Having headlined extensively throughout the world, Evan holds an impeccable reputation throughout clubland’s most discerning dance floors. As Groove Junkies 'founding father' and now solo member, he's earned a reputation for exceptional DJing skills, and flawless programming ability. Evan has headlined on 5 different continents and rocked the decks at such diverse venues/festivals/parties as Def Mix @ Pacha, Ibiza, Club Essential in Riga Latvia, Catwalk in Barcelona, Turmills in London, SHE @ Trademark in Sydney Australia, Mansion in Miami, The Smart Bar in Chicago, Detroit’s Electronic Movement Festival, and the Electric Daisy Carnival, Balance & DEEP in Los Angeles to name a few. He has shared the stage with DJ Heavyweights such as Frankie Knuckles, Francois K., Hec Romero, Ben Watt, Grant Nelson, Kaskade, Terry Hunter, Brian Tappert, Ron Carroll, Jamie Lewis, Bobby & Steve, Andy Caldwell, DJ Meme, Jellybean Benitez, Jay J, Victor Simonelli, CJ Mackintosh, Marlon D., Tedd Patterson, Tortured Soul, Barbara Tucker, Michael Watford, Dawn Tallman, Thelma Houston, Kenny Bobien and many more.
Featured On
(partial list)Evan Landes has contributed to the output on labels such as Island/Def Jam, A &M, Warner Bros., J Records, Interscope, Ultra, Defected, Definity, Om Records, Soulfuric, Mn2S and Buzzin’ Fly. Original productions and remixes by Groove Junkies have also been licensed to Universal, Defected ITH, Hed Kandi, Ministry of Sound, OM, Seamless, and MN2S.
"Groove Junkies" music has been featured on some of the highest grossing mix compilations of all time by labels such as Defected Records
Defected Records
- History :Established in 1999 by former AM:PM and Cooltempo A&R man Simon Dunmore, Defected's first release was Soulsearcher's "I Can't Get Enough" which reached No.5 in the UK singles chart. This early success was followed up with Roger Sanchez's "Another Chance", which hit No.1 in the UK singles...
, Hed Kandi
Hed Kandi
Hed Kandi is an UK-based record label and a music brand which was established in 1999 by Mark Doyle, specialising in funky, soulful house music. Hed Kandi's catalogue includes both artist albums and various genres of club compilations. As well as producing music albums and compilations, Hed Kandi...
, Om Records
Om Records
Om Records is a US-based record label, established in 1995, which releases electronic music, dance music, and hip hop. The label was founded in San Francisco in 1995 by Chris Smith. Om Records releases both artist albums and various compilations. Some of the most notable compilations include Om...
, and Ministry of Sound
Ministry of Sound
Ministry of Sound London, commonly referred to as simply Ministry of Sound or MoS, is a nightclub based in London, United Kingdom and an associated record label. It was ranked fourth in the 2010 DJ Magazine top 100 clubs poll 2010. As well as the nightclub in London, there is another in Egypt and...
as well as featured on mix compilations by some of the highest profile DJs such as Grammy nominated Jay-J
Jay-J
Jay-J is a house DJ and producer from San Francisco. He has released over 120 recordings since his 1995 debut. From his Moulton Studios he has collaborated with producers and DJs including Kaskade, Miguel Migs, Marques Wyatt, Halo, Julius Papp, Mark Grant and Chris Lum.Jay-J has toured the world,...
and Grammy winner Frankie Knuckles
Frankie Knuckles
Frankie Knuckles is an American DJ, record producer and remix artist. He played an important role in developing house music as a Chicago DJ in the 1980s and he helped to popularize house music in the 1990s, with his work as a producer and remixer...
.
Partial List of music featured on mix compilations
- "Habitat: The LoftThe LoftThe Loft is the location for the first underground dance party that was created by David Mancuso on February 14, 1970 in New York. Since then, the term The Loft has come to represent Mancuso's own version of a non-commercial party where no alcohol, food, or beverages are sold...
" on KinkySweet - "Wax Wars" on Defected RecordsDefected Records- History :Established in 1999 by former AM:PM and Cooltempo A&R man Simon Dunmore, Defected's first release was Soulsearcher's "I Can't Get Enough" which reached No.5 in the UK singles chart. This early success was followed up with Roger Sanchez's "Another Chance", which hit No.1 in the UK singles...
- "House Of Om" on Om RecordsOm RecordsOm Records is a US-based record label, established in 1995, which releases electronic music, dance music, and hip hop. The label was founded in San Francisco in 1995 by Chris Smith. Om Records releases both artist albums and various compilations. Some of the most notable compilations include Om...
- Jay-JJay-JJay-J is a house DJ and producer from San Francisco. He has released over 120 recordings since his 1995 debut. From his Moulton Studios he has collaborated with producers and DJs including Kaskade, Miguel Migs, Marques Wyatt, Halo, Julius Papp, Mark Grant and Chris Lum.Jay-J has toured the world,...
"Disconnected" on Defected RecordsDefected Records- History :Established in 1999 by former AM:PM and Cooltempo A&R man Simon Dunmore, Defected's first release was Soulsearcher's "I Can't Get Enough" which reached No.5 in the UK singles chart. This early success was followed up with Roger Sanchez's "Another Chance", which hit No.1 in the UK singles... - Mr Mike "Welcome to My House" on Zap Music
- Frankie KnucklesFrankie KnucklesFrankie Knuckles is an American DJ, record producer and remix artist. He played an important role in developing house music as a Chicago DJ in the 1980s and he helped to popularize house music in the 1990s, with his work as a producer and remixer...
"FKALWAYS" on Trend Magazine - Dance Grooves Volume 1 on UBL Recordings
- Mykanos 2005 on Clubstar
- Cherry Series on Centaur
- Bargrooves Manhattan on Seamless
- Stereo Sushi 6 on Hed KandiHed KandiHed Kandi is an UK-based record label and a music brand which was established in 1999 by Mark Doyle, specialising in funky, soulful house music. Hed Kandi's catalogue includes both artist albums and various genres of club compilations. As well as producing music albums and compilations, Hed Kandi...
- Bargrooves Cosmopolitan on Seamless
- DJ Pippi & Jamie Lewis on Clubstar
- Bargrooves Mimosa on Seamless
- Lifted (Live in Buenos Aires) on White Label Group
- Bargrooves Frosted on Seamless
- Total Diva, Vol 2 on RLPMIX
- Frankie KnucklesFrankie KnucklesFrankie Knuckles is an American DJ, record producer and remix artist. He played an important role in developing house music as a Chicago DJ in the 1980s and he helped to popularize house music in the 1990s, with his work as a producer and remixer...
Mix on Armani Exchange - KaskadeKaskadeRyan Raddon , better known by his stage name Kaskade, is an American DJ and record producer. On October 20, 2011, DJ Magazine announced the results of their annual Top 100 DJ Poll, with Ultra Records Kaskade placed at #30...
"San Francisco Sessions" on Om RecordsOm RecordsOm Records is a US-based record label, established in 1995, which releases electronic music, dance music, and hip hop. The label was founded in San Francisco in 1995 by Chris Smith. Om Records releases both artist albums and various compilations. Some of the most notable compilations include Om... - Ritmo de Bacardi on Ministry of SoundMinistry of SoundMinistry of Sound London, commonly referred to as simply Ministry of Sound or MoS, is a nightclub based in London, United Kingdom and an associated record label. It was ranked fourth in the 2010 DJ Magazine top 100 clubs poll 2010. As well as the nightclub in London, there is another in Egypt and...
- Mateo & Matos on Innervibe
- Stereo Sushi 4 on Hed KandiHed KandiHed Kandi is an UK-based record label and a music brand which was established in 1999 by Mark Doyle, specialising in funky, soulful house music. Hed Kandi's catalogue includes both artist albums and various genres of club compilations. As well as producing music albums and compilations, Hed Kandi...
- West Coast Sessions ITH on Defected RecordsDefected Records- History :Established in 1999 by former AM:PM and Cooltempo A&R man Simon Dunmore, Defected's first release was Soulsearcher's "I Can't Get Enough" which reached No.5 in the UK singles chart. This early success was followed up with Roger Sanchez's "Another Chance", which hit No.1 in the UK singles...
- Total Diva VOL 1 on RLPMIX
- Bobby & Steve on Trust the DJ
- Mateo & Matos on Innervibe
- Stereo Sushi 3 on Hed KandiHed KandiHed Kandi is an UK-based record label and a music brand which was established in 1999 by Mark Doyle, specialising in funky, soulful house music. Hed Kandi's catalogue includes both artist albums and various genres of club compilations. As well as producing music albums and compilations, Hed Kandi...
Final Comment
There’s no shortage of US based house producers, so it takes something quite special to rise above the rest and shine. The fact that Groove Junkies have cultivated such a strong reputation in such varied corners of this industry is testament not only to Evan’s enormous talent as a producer and his unbridled skill as a DJ, but a combination of both - intertwined with that rarest of things; true star quality. There are no indications of letting up the pressure in 2011/12, as he continues his prolific studio output, maintains his international DJ commitments, and continues to host his acclaimed monthly MoHo Stereo Radio Show on a variety of high profile media outlets throughout the world. With further awards nominations most probably in the pipeline and the dance floor bombs guaranteed to be flowing, Evan Landes is a force that can not be ignored.