Dj Pierre

DJ Pierre is widely recognized as a foundational artist in electronic dance music, credited with the creation of the acid house and wildpitch genres, and continues to influence house and techno scenes globally. After co-founding Phuture in 1985 with Earl ‘Spanky’ Smith Jr. and Herbert ‘Herb J’ Jackson, DJ Pierre became a foundational artist in electronic dance music, credited with the creation of the acid house genre. In 1986, through experimentation with a Roland TB-303 bass line synthesizer, DJ Pierre developed the distinctive ‘squelch’ sound that became the hallmark of acid house.

His expertise and influence have also led to multiple appearances on BBC Radio 1’s Essential Mix. He remains an active and sought-after DJ and producer, consistently supporting emerging artists as a mentor and advocating for the preservation of house music’s rich history and cultural significance, while continually evolving his sound and production techniques for a new generation.