Classic soul, jazz & funk greats from the 70s and 80’s, such as; Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson, Donny Hathaway, Bobby Caldwell, Roy Ayers, Chic, Diana Ross, Quincy Jones, Prince & James Brown.
+ others including; Frank McCombe, Eric Robertson, Incognito, Jill Scott, Erika Badu, Alice Russell, A Tribe Called Quest, Level 42, Pharrell, Timberland, MAW, Mood 2 Swing, Kerri Chandler, Roger Sanchez(early days), Todd Terry + too many other truly great soulful house producers! Some of the others - Curtis Mayfield, Aretha Franklin, Dusty Springfield, Al Green, Ella Fitzsgerald, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, U2, Bob Dylan, Morcheeba, Jimi Hendrix, Marvin Gaye, The Doors, The Rolling Stones, NWA, Snoop, Ice T, Herbie Hancock, Massive Attack, David Bowie, Sneaker Pimps, Eric B and Rakim, De La Soul, A Tribe called Quest, Ozric Tentacles, George Benson, Patti Labelle, Monque Bingham, Miles Davis and John Coltrain, Run-DMC, Tower Of Power, George Clinton, Mum, Dad and many others that inspired me along the way!
A multi-talented DJ, producer, songwriter and musician, Sir Piers needs little introduction these days as he continues to evolve as one of the most consistent dj/producers in the UK. So far, best known for a long line of timeless house and dance floor masterpieces over the last 8 years. The best is yet to come as he prepares to release an incredible first album - 'Sirvival' - including co-writes with Level 42 and Kenny Thomas among others! Below, we update you on his flourishing DJ career as well as a fountain of music to look forward to…
Consistently, his songs, productions and remixes travel in the record bags of the best in the business: from diverse examples such as Todd Terry, MAW, Tony Humphries, Miguel Migs, Bob Sinclar, Martin Solveig, and Joey Negro to Pete Tong, Ben Watt, , Roger Sanchez, Simon Dunmore, Dj Spinna and Seb Fontaine. Just a few champions of his sound and, whether producing as Sir Piers or under his Tarantulaz, SummerHeadz or DirtDiggers monikers, Piers has carved a niche for himself in underground house circles, as well as, in dance scenes across genres as an artist of exceptional ability and promise. 2008 sees his highly respected curious label look forward to a wealthy release schedule.
Those he has worked with and remixed reads like a ‘who’s who’ of today’s scene. Roy Ayers, Groove Armada, Todd Terry, A Tribe Called Quest, Jocelyn Brown, Ananda Project, Lauryn Hill, Kings of Tomorrow and Basement Boys have all received the Sir Piers touch, as have Snoop Dogg, Pharrell, Beyonce & Jay-Z, Stevie Wonder, A Tribe Called Quest, Alicia Keys, Angie Stone, Gwen Stefani, Jill Scott and Lionel Richie, reinforcing Piers’ ability to transcend genres whilst maintaining the soulful edge he has become renowned for.
While his memorable releases on labels like Sony, Jive, Mn2s, Soulfuric, King Street and Purple Music have received widespread critical acclaim, it has been Piers’ singles released on his home-grown imprint Curious that have really set tongues wagging. Club smashes, such as, ‘Don’t You Love Me’ and ‘Fool’s Got Nothin’’ featuring Monique Bingham have both enjoyed worldwide success, while his new collaboration with the sultry songbird – ‘They Forgot It’ – gained huge support globally on San Francisco’s OM Records complete with remixes by Marques Wyatt. Yet another example of Piers’ quality writing skills and his unique outlook for a catchy yet credible song. Look out for more news on their eagerly awaited debut Tarantulaz album, also coming this year!
2008 holds the biggest surprise yet for his loyal fans as Piers puts the finishing touches on his hugely- anticipated artist album which will include some mind-blowing collaborations with Level 42, Frank Mcomb, Monique Bingham, Shaun Escoffery, Robert Owens, Los Amigos Invisibles and other brilliant like-minded talent from around the world. Watch this space, for Sir Piers is just getting started...
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No Problem Piers, i'm gigging this weekend at a place called Parkview Academy in North London it should be fun it's a ticket only gig holds 3-3500 and they've sold 2000, i'm looking forward to this gig.
Let's talk soon...
Junior........ PS THE NEW SONGS ARE FIREING I'M WELL PLEASED HOPE THE WORLD FEELS THE SAME WAY WHEN IT DROPS.
