Jody Wisternoff

Joseph Wisternoff, born on November 25, 1973, in Bristol, England, began his musical journey at a young age. His first significant break came in the late 1980s as one half of the duo Tru Funk Posse, alongside his brother Sam Wisternoff. Their talent was recognized by Bristol-based producers Smith & Mighty, who provided them with studio access. Their tracks gained airplay from DJ Tim Westwood and were featured in The Face magazine, marking an early milestone in Wisternoff’s career. In the early 1990s, he established himself in the UK rave scene, DJing at prominent clubs such as Universe and Fantasia. During this period, he also collaborated with DJ Die and singer-songwriter Sue Brice (Coco Star) under the name Sub Love, further solidifying his presence in the electronic music landscape.

A pivotal moment in Wisternoff’s career occurred when he met Nick Warren in a Bristol record shop, leading to the formation of Way Out West. This progressive house act successfully blended dub influences with club beats, achieving widespread recognition in the mid to late 1990s. Their notable tracks included “The Gift” and “Ajare,” and their self-titled debut album, “Way Out West,” garnered critical and commercial success. The duo has continued to release music, with their fifth studio album, “Tuesday Maybe,” released in 2017. Concurrently, Wisternoff maintained a thriving solo career, remixing for artists such as Leama & Moor and Ikon.

More recently, Wisternoff has evolved his solo work, producing 1980s-inspired electro house tracks and releasing singles like “Cold Drink, Hot Girl” and “Nostalgia.” His debut solo album, “Trails We Blaze,” was released in 2012 on the Anjunadeep record label, followed by “Nightwhisper” in 2020. As part of the Anjunadeep label family, he co-curates the successful annual compilation series, further demonstrating his impact as a talent-spotter and DJ. His contributions to the electronic music scene span decades, showcasing a consistent progression and evolution in his artistry.