Ashley Wallbridge is undoubtedly one
of the most prolific prospects on the progressive production
scene in 2010, named by industry leaders such as Andy Moor
and Gareth Emery as one of the hottest break-through DJ talents
in the game. At just 23 years of age, his discography reads
like the ‘who’s who’ list of EDM with releases
of originals and remixes featuring names like Armin Van Buuren,
Ferry Corsten, Andy Moor, Markus Schulz and many others .
There isn’t a global syndicated dance radio show denying
regular homage to Ashley’s unique sound of progressive
elements with his titles found on playlists, compilations
and DJ sets. The future is bright for this rising star and
he is just getting started...
Ashley Wallbridge resides in the Midlands
of England in Stoke of Trent. DJ-ing as an early teenager
Ashley’s focus has always been firmly set on production,
tinkering with digital software after school hours, honing
his skills for the future. The result; a unique sound that
rivals the best progressive producers in the game, a thought
A-list artists and labels share. In the early days it was
DJ competitions that would demand the attention of the local
scene and give him his start in the networking world. Taking
out first place in numerous competitions with fake ID, Ashley
went on to play venues in which he wasn’t even old enough
to enjoy a beverage! Still finding his feet with his productions
skills, Ashley was immersed in music surrounding himself with
all the tools that would produce quality work. As it all started
to come together in the studio, Ashley was offered his first
record deal, which would produce a series of single releases.
It wasn’t long before Ashley began
work with some of the best talent in the game. Spotting the
hypnotic vocals of now very recognizable Meighan Nealon, the
two teamed up to work on a series of releases together of
which the stand out title ‘My Blood’ would leave
a mark on the industry. The track was very successful with
trance and progressive DJ’s summoning support from artists
like Armin Van Buuren and attracting attention from the Armada
stable and fellow UK producer and #15 DJ (DJ Mag Top 100)
Andy Moor. Shortly after Andy and Ashley began work on the
collaboration ‘Faces’ again acquiring the skills
of Meighan Nealon on vocals. The track was released on AVA
Recordings, a sub label of Armada, and fast became one of
the biggest titles of 2009. Accompanied by a cutting edge
film clip, the youtube version alone received over 300,000
views and ‘Faces’ dominated download charts worldwide.
Ashley’s follow up single was
a dub, club title called ‘Chimera’ which went
straight to the #1 spot on Beatport after only a few days,
staying strong holding the top spot for three weeks. Ashley’s
production is also appreciated as a remixing artist. With
personal requests from artists like Ferry Corsten, Markus
Schulz, Gareth Emery and the #1 DJ Armin Van Buuren, he has
delivered remix releases for Armada, Black Hole, High Contrast
& Flashover Recordings. Now boasting of over 50 titles
including originals and remixes, Ashley Wallbridge is enjoying
the fruits of his labour with a hectic worldwide touring schedule.
From London to Los Angeles, Argentina to Australia, Ashley
is an in demand DJ headlining at events such as A State of
Trance, Creamfields , Sunrise Festival and many more, touring
countries worldwide
Now looking forward to a debut artist
album release at the close of 2011, the world awaits the unleashing
of his true production potential. Watch this space, as Ashley
Wallbridge becomes a name in bright lights on billboards across
the globe.
