MANIAC
Maniac is an 18 year old Grime producer from Roman Road , Bow , East London. His first musical instrument was a keyboard, which he began playing at age 8. Still in primary school, Maniac had to pick up the recorder as part of his school scheme, which he enjoyed. Whilst growing up, Maniac was heavily involved in football; at age 13 he was part of West Ham Youth Academy. Maniac’s love for football slowly faded away as music grabbed him by the scruff of the neck.

EARLY MUSIC
Maniac made his first beat at the age of 12 in local producer Paco’s recording studio; using Logic. At the age of 14, Maniac got his first PC. He immediately obtained software to compose music, and took a trip to PC World to purchase "Magix Music Maker". Shortly after remixing virtually every Grime tune he had available to him, Maniac proceeded to a new challenge, entitled FL Studio. He practised on this program daily, missing homework and staying up late in order to perfect his new found craft. By the age of 15, Maniac was improving; and was making songs with his friends from Mucky Wolfpack.

THE BEGINNING
At the age of 16, Maniac was at a comfortable stage. He got his first play on legal radio station Kiss 100 in August 2006, as part of DJ Logan Sama’s ’War Report’ special. He produced two tracks on which resulted in a free give away (see influences section). Still 16, Maniac was asked by fellow E3 native ’Wiley’ to vocal an instrumental entitled: ’Bow E3’ which he heard whilst they were at studio. This was the song that propelled Maniac into the ranks, and brought him a high level of respect in the Grime scene. This track features on the excellent ’Playtime Is Over’ LP, which is the 2nd album to come from Wiley. It has been named by many as their favourite track from the album. This track can be heard on EA Sports’Need for Speed (Pro Street, 2007).

2007
At age 17, Maniac kept a clear head and did not get distracted by any negative influences around him. He cruised past veterans with ease which brought jealousy and envy in Maniac’s direction. In June 2007, Maniac was approached to do an official Grime remix of the hit song ’Do It’ by Grime artist ’Doctor’ which featured American R’n’B group ’ATL’. Maniac also featured in the July 2007 edition of ’Rwd Magazine’ with friends and fellow musicians: ’Bless Beats’ and ’Young Dot’. In 2007, Maniac had 3 vinyl releases in the shops (Bow E3/50-50 Vinyl, Sorry You Are?, Devil EP).

PRODUCTION
Maniac has mastered the ’FL Studio’ programme. He is also comfortable on ’Logic’ and uses Reason occasionally. He has an enormous amount of ’VSTS’ and samples which he uses in his production with style. His influences are plentiful; and include producers such as Timbaland, Dr. Dre, Pharrell Williams, Stargate, Artful Dodger, Oxide, Wiley, Davinche, Rapid, JME and Skepta. Maniac is known for his angry, hype-inducing yet technical beats; and is one of the most highly rated producers in the Grime scene. Maniac’s favourite instruments/sounds are violins, square waves and sine waves. Maniac's productions have featured in films such as "Adulthood" (Introductory instrumental & end credits/trailer) , and have also received television airplay, on BBC drama "Eastenders" and various programmes on Channel Four. Maniac is currently working on a project with Tinchy Stryder; entitled "Tinchy Stryder vs Maniac". 6 vocals and 6 instrumentals are scheduled to appear on the twelve-tracker. There is no set release date as of yet.
"If there’s one thing I hate; it’s people that copy. Come as yourself or don’t come at all"

>>PLEASE NOTE: Maniac does not produce for free. Please do not waste your time.

AdULTHOOD PROMO

INSTRUMENTAL PRODUCED BY MANIAC
FILM TO BE RELEASED JUNE 20TH

TINCHY STRYDER - MAINSTREAM MONEY

PRODUCED BY MANIAC

ANTONIN DVORAK - NEW WORLD SYMPHONY (NOTHING TO DO WITH MANIAC, IT'S JUST DEEP)

INTERVIEW: RACHEL WHITE
INTERVIEW: RWD MAG