Jody Wisternoff

Jody Wisternoff is a renowned electronic music producer and DJ, celebrated for his extensive career spanning early 1990s hardcore to deep house, and his role in the acclaimed duo Way Out West. After achieving finalist status at the DMC World DJ Championship in 1986, Jody Wisternoff quickly established his presence in electronic music. In the late 1980s, he formed Tru Funk Posse with his brother Sam Wisternoff, gaining recognition from producers Smith & Mighty. Their tracks received airplay from DJ Tim Westwood and were featured in The Face magazine.

Transitioning into the early 1990s, Wisternoff became a prominent figure in the UK rave scene, DJing at influential clubs such as Universe and Fantasia. During this period, he also collaborated under the moniker Sub Love with DJ Die and singer-songwriter Sue Brice (Coco Star), releasing tracks that further solidified his standing in the electronic music landscape. A pivotal moment in Wisternoff’s career came with the formation of Way Out West in the mid-1990s alongside Nick Warren. This progressive house duo achieved widespread recognition for their distinct blend of dub influences and club beats, releasing notable tracks such as ‘The Gift’ and ‘Ajare.’ Their eponymous debut album, Way Out West, was released in 1997 to critical and commercial success.

Pete Josef), both released in 2012. Demonstrating his evolving artistry, he released his second solo album, Nightwhisper, in 2020. As a key member of the Anjunadeep label family, Wisternoff continues to co-curate the successful annual Anjunadeep compilation series, showcasing his deep influence as a talent-spotter and DJ within the electronic music community. His contributions to the genre span decades, marked by a consistent progression and evolution in his sound and production.