2. Born just prior to the early '90s rise of drum'n'bass, Belgian producer Boris
Daenen nonetheless rooted his sound in the form. As Netsky, he quickly became
one of the most noted producers of modern drum'n'bass. In 2009 alone, he issued
several 12" singles on labels like Talkin Beatz and Liq-weed Ganja. During a more
prolific 2010, he linked with London Elektricity's London, England-based Hospital
Records and released a self-titled album that showcased his ability to switch
between rigorous dancefloor tracks and full-blown songs with guest vocalists.
Daenen was comparatively less active across 2011 and 2012, though he did
release more 12" material for Hospital, as well as the full-length 2. By then, he
was an in-demand remix producer; he reworked Miike Snow's "Black and Blue,"
Audio Bullys' "Only Man," Pendulum's "Witchcraft," Swedish House Mafia's
"One," Plan B's "Recluse," Jessie J's "Nobody's Perfect," and Rusko's "Everyday,"
among several others. ~ Andy Kellman, Rovi.
3. In late 2009, Netsky signed a recording contract with Hospital Records, the same
label as other well known liquid artists such as High Contrast and London
Elektricity.
In less than 12 months, the Belgian musician secured releases with record labels
including Liq-Weed Ganja, Spearhead and Talkin Beatz. He also won a
nomination as "Best Upcoming Producer" within just months of his first release at
the Drum + Bass Arena Awards.
Netsky is now signed exclusively to Hospital, and has also appeared on the
Hospital Podcast.
Hospital Records released Netsky's self-titled debut album on 31 May 2010.