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Little J
Born near Eindhoven in the Netherlands, Jelle Klein Ð also known by his DJ name Little J - was originally inspired by electronic music when he first started listening to the 3FM live broadcasts of the Chemistry Club nights in 1996. Little did he know this new-found love for electronic music would change his life forever. After hearing the techno and house tunes played by Remy, Derrick May and 100% Isis among other prominent artists, Jelle knew something had touched his soul. He rushed out and bought some decks in the summer of 1997. It didnÕt take long to develop a distinct style with a natural affinity for tribal and techno. Inspired by the legendary Awakenings parties he frequented in the early days, Jelle soon started organising small-scale events around Eindhoven.
Together Jelle - with friends - founded ÒThe ThirdfloorÓ in 2004, holding parties that attracted up to as many as 800 techno lovers from around the country on any given night. The Thirdfloor featured up-and-coming DJs from the area (such asÉanyone that went on to become bigger ?). After a successful collaboration at PACT Festival with the renowned techno organization Dommelvallei, George Manz, founder of the organisation, invited Jelle to join as a resident which led to steady appearances in EindhovenÕs larger venues.
Jelle has shared the decks and flyers with international names such as Ben Long ,Vince Watson, Echoplex, Kammy, Ruminege&Loktibrada andTakaaki Itoo, as well as revered national acts including Tachini ,Alexis Tyrel,, MBC, Robob, Charlton, Invite, Lady Aida, Rick Angel, Dave Miller & Damian Keane, Darko Esser and Jerome. But Jelle doesnÕt spend his time in the past. HeÕs looking forward to a wide open future, where he can play a role in growing the techno scene by organizing, promoting and playing.
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