Matt Edwards, also known as Radio Slave, is a prominent figure in the dance music scene renowned for his hypnotic tracks, adventurous DJ sets, and esteemed label REKIDS. Originally starting as a pop remix project in the early 2000s, Radio Slave transitioned to releasing original material in 2006, earning club hits with tracks like "Bell Clap Dance" and "Grindhouse." His sound has evolved from minimal and tech-house to include melodic house, ambient, and Detroit techno, showcased in albums like Feel the Same and Radio Silence Part One. Collaborations with artists like DJ Hell and Dustin Zahn further demonstrate his diverse musical range.
Hailing from London, Edwards began his DJ career in the early '90s, eventually becoming a resident at Ministry of Sound. Under the alias Radio Slave, he gained recognition for remixes of artists such as Kylie Minogue and Elton John, before delving into original production. Launching REKIDS in 2006, he released glitchy tech-house tracks like "My Bleep" and "Secret Base," later expanding his portfolio with longer, minimal compositions like "Bell Clap Dance." His discography includes mix CDs like Fabric 48 and collaborative projects like Quiet Village. With a penchant for experimentation, Radio Slave's music has evolved into harder techno with projects like SRVD, showcasing a blend of influences from rave to Detroit techno.
