The North Quarter
with Dan Stezo
Dan Stezo is a Drum and Bass MC and vocalist from The Netherlands residing in Hong Kong. His unique style and approach found and captivated listeners worldwide. Lyrically Dan Stezo developed a characteristic flair, with introspection and open-mindedness as the core to his approach. Reminiscent of Hiphop's 90s aesthetics and a chosen few Drum and Bass MC’s. With releases on the most seminal imprints such as Metalheadz, The North Quarter and Hospital collaborating with the likes of Lenzman, Redeyes, Satl and Hugh Hardie, Dan Stezo has slowly carved out his unique space within the Drum and Bass scene. Perhaps most widely known for his long-time partnership with The North Quarter head honcho Lenzman, elevating the mixtape-genre with their yearly synergetic 60-minute efforts, scooping up more than a million listens combined. The ‘NQ press secretary’ performed at many of the most influential festivals worldwide such as Dour, Lowlands, Dimensions, Sun & Bass, Creamfields, Rock The Bells and Mysterland, grippin’ mics in capitals which spark the imagination: London, Tokyo, Moscow, Berlin, Jakarta, Vienna, Hanoi, Bangkok and Bratislava to name but a few. Also DJing under the moniker ‘Gokil System’ - from global, 94 Hiphop, to House and Drum and Bass and beyond.
The North Quarter
A monthly showcase of soulful Drum & Bass from Amsterdam-based label The North Quarter.