Armand Van Helden

Armand Van Helden, born in Boston, Massachusetts, is a pioneering American DJ, producer, remixer, and songwriter highly influential in the development of speed garage and house music. Beginning his career in the early 1990s, he recorded for major dance labels such as Strictly Rhythm and Nervous while also collaborating with remix services like X-Mix Productions. His breakthrough remix of Tori Amos's “Professional Widow” became a major club hit and reached number one in the UK, cementing his reputation as a leading innovator in electronic music. Over his career, Van Helden has released several albums, including his debut "Old School Junkies," and has remixed artists ranging from Daft Punk and Britney Spears to Janet Jackson and Pharrell Williams. His style incorporates elements of electronic, house, nu-disco, hip hop, garage, and breakbeat, often featuring funk, soul, R&B, and rap samples, showcasing his diverse influences and broad appeal. Based in Boston, Van Helden's contributions have helped shape modern dance music and maintain his status as a respected figure in the genre.