John B facts for kids
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John B
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| Birth name | John Bryn Williams |
| Born | 12 July 1977 Maidenhead, England |
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| Years active | 1997–present |
John Bryn Williams (born in 1977), known as John B, is an English disc jockey and electronic music producer. He is famous for his unique clothes, wild hair, and for creating exciting drum and bass music.
In 2010, DJ Magazine ranked John B as number 76 in their annual list of the Top 100 DJs.
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About John B's Music Journey
Early Life and Starting Music
John Bryn Williams was born on July 12, 1977, in Maidenhead, England. He started making music when he was about 14 years old. This was the beginning of his long career in electronic music.
Leading a Record Label
Today, John B runs his own record label called Beta Recordings. A record label helps musicians release their songs and albums. Beta Recordings focuses on drum and bass music. He also has other smaller labels like Nu Electro, Tangent, and Chihuahua. His music has also been released by other well-known labels such as Formation Records, Metalheadz, and Planet Mu.
Recognized as a Top DJ
John B has been recognized as one of the best DJs. In 2009, DJ Magazine ranked him as the 92nd best drum and bass DJ. This shows how much he is respected in the music world.
John B's Unique Music Style
Evolving Sound of John B
John B's music style has changed over the years. But it often includes female voices and sounds like trance. This mix has been called "trance and bass" or "futurestep" by his fans.
Electrostep and Other Styles
More recently, John B has focused on a style called 'electrostep'. This sound mixes 1980s electro music with drum and bass. When he performs as a DJ, he plays both drum and bass and electro house. Sometimes, he even mixes in other types of music like disco and rock during his sets.
John B's Albums
John B has released many albums over the years. Here are some of his main ones:
- Visions (1997)
- Catalyst (1999)
- Future Reference (2001)
- Brainstorm (2002)
- Mercury Skies (2003)
- In:transit (2004)
- American Girls (2004)
- Electrostep (2006)
- To Russia with Love (2008) (This was a mix CD)
- Light Speed (2012)
- Evolve (2016)
- The Killada (2022)
See also
In Spanish: John B para niños
