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June 12, 2009 07:26 AM PDT

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To truly understand Nigel H is to understand over two decades of passion, commitment, dedication and an absolute love of house music. From the very first time he heard house music and that's thanks to my very good friend Pepe Atance it consumed him and from that minute on his life has revolved around finding those ‘special tunes’. Nigel H has been playing in his hometown of Dublin since 1992 back in the early days of the Irish dance scene. His first event was at the infamous Mansion House, one of first weekly underground dance events in Dublin, before any nightclub was playing dance music. Soon afterwards, he became resident DJ with Harmony Promotions, who ran nights at Dublin's Ormonde Multi Media centre. As well as playing, Nigel also began booking some of the UKs best acts. He organised and headlined a number of events which featured the best of the underground labels from the UK. He then ran a series of blistering "Best of Irish" gigs which brought together the best DJ's from both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland . This event toured Ireland, playing in Cork, Galway, Donegal, Belfast and Dublin to huge success . Reaching a bigger audience to share the passion became his next goal and he achieved this in 2004 with a guest spot in ‘Sliver’ in Cape Town, SA. His popularity grew each time he returned to the Cape and this culminated with guest gigs in other cities and venues. As with all his gigs, consistency has resulted in Nigel amassing a huge fan base in South Africa who eagerly await his regular visits bringing his unique sound and amazing sets. Meanwhile back home in Dublin, Nigels next goal was to do something new and untried. Gigs on a Sunday!! As the name suggests Nigel saw a gap on the Dublin scene as at the time there was nowhere for clubbers to go on a Sunday that played new and upfront dance music. Unheard of at the time to have a gig on a Sunday, other promoters in Dublin were pesimistic and many doubted it would work. But, once again, determination and good music won through and Popcorn grew in popularity every week culminating in a 12pm – 12am set to a packed house. Since then, other promoters in Dublin have followed in Nigels wake and Sunday is now a regular night on the dance scene although no one has yet to equal his amazing 12 hour sets. Following the success of Popcorn, again Nigels relentless ambition found him in the UK where he was introduced to http://www.arrowscore.com and their unique VIP hospitality bus. Once again, the music spoke for itself and in just 6 short months from their initial introduction Nigel is now a Resident DJ, and sole international DJ, on their radio station, http://wwwblackbusradio.com, beaming weekly live mixes around the world as well as playing guest slots at the numerous festivals Arrowscore attend (Bestival, Wakestock etc.). His radio show listenership has grown steadily in its short history and is fast becoming one of the most popular internet radio shows with listeners all over the world (see below). Loud & clear in Tenerife..will tune in Thur 8pm Wicked!! Look forward to it... BLACK BUS RADIO ROCKS!!!! (UK) Great mix Nigel!! nice sounds.......so happy now!!!!! feel it, feel it.. bring it, we ready...Spain is tuned cheers mannn...sounding good in Texas it was awesome ♥ ♥ (Uruguay) Lovin the tunes dude! Keep up the good work! you have my ears, toe tapping. Sounds great, man!!! hey thank you!you just mentioned my name! yeaaaappp...we r in New York...listening!!!! i am indeed. id love to come and listen to the gigs live if you ever over here. Nigel, I'm loving this ... your ace!! Hey Mr. H..you are rocking it right now; ) Nice one Nigel :) YOU ROCK!!! (USA) Nigel is passionate about music and making the mood work. He is versatile in his sets playing every genre of house music as he can feel what they, the clubbers, want. Nigel has always operated several miles ahead of his dance music colleagues and his front-running position in the club community comes from an innate talent and taste for creative exploration. Whilst other DJ’s strive to gain fame through remixing and producing, Nigel made a decision to concentrate and specialise in club DJing ie. seamless mixing highlighting his amazing ability to create dance heaven. Nigel’s never ending drive means he is consistently making new goals for himself and his music. Every goal he sets he achieves and whilst other DJ’s settle for less, Nigel will never stop pushing it further. Although he has achieved more than most DJ’s, Nigel’s passion and ambition will continues to push the boundaries of playing house music. While lesser DJs bow to the whims of clubland fad and fashion, Nigel H continues to stand as a reliable, steadfast pillar of dance floor excellence. With a worldwide fan base Nigel’s goal for 2009 is to bring his enthusiasm and inspiring innovation further a field. Joining his two passions of travel and music means venues, promoters and most importantly, clubbers have the opportunity to share the experience that is NIGEL H. Nigel H Venues Past/Present: Ireland/ UK /South Africa/Other The Point (IRL) Pacha (UK) ESP (SA) City Hall (Cork) Sonar (Spain) Sliver (Cape Town) Mansion House (Dub) Rebibbia (Italy) The Gallery (SA) Kellys (NI) Hard Times (UK) Dockside (SA) Circus Circus (NI) The Cross (UK) Opium (SA) Temple Theatre (Dub) The Kremlin (Amsterdam) Vortex(SA) Ambassador (Dub) Madi Gras (Australia) Slippery & Wet (SA) GPO (Galway) Firestone (USA) Madi Gras (SA) The Savoy (Cork) Sullivan Room (USA) Burning Man (SA) Red Box (Dub) Arrowscore Events (UK) Navigaytion (Cape Town) Voodoo Lounge (Dub) Ormonde Multi Media Centre (Dub) & many more What people have said: The greatest DJ ever to come out of Ireland..........amazing talent and one of the few gents left in this country...love you Nige x by Ashley Ryan Brilliant DJ by Jamie O Brien A man of many talents - top of the pops by Marcus O`Neill PERFECTION. by Sebastian Castrillon 100% on it, wicked crowd selector/dj, on the ball...top man!!!!! by Scotty .Urbanfront A truly inspirational blend of raw talent.... by Melanie Jane Marshall Never in my life have I met such a gentleman behind the decks!!! Nigel H is one of a kind and I’m proud to be one of his mates! Legend and a half!! by Sandra Cullimore As a regular at Nigel’s clubs nights I can safely say he knows how to play to the crowd to keep us going & constantly & consistently raises the bar with the music that he plays! by Donal Hendrick Will power and hard work made Nigel one of the best DJ’s I’ve ever met by Pepe .Atance One sentence is too much, one word is determined. Once he sets out to do something he does it. And what a pleasure it was to experience some of that determination in 07/08... He has a lot more greatness for us to see I’m sure :) :) by Emma Farrell Nigel - A legend in his own life time- an extremely gifted talent on the decks, with seamless mixing and an extensive anthology of music for that higher than heaven sound. Above all a gentleman and a master of his craft. Respect. by Melissa Nelson Nigel is the House, of which his music dwells in us. Not just the determination can be seen, but felt on the dance floor. A league of a gentleman in his own right. Keep dancing everybody! Nigel thanks for the music X by Kate Golden Nigel H is House Music. His choice of tunes and the way he puts sets together encapsulate what House Music is and should be. Amazing....X Nigel H is an inspiration to other fellow djs/promoters. He is a remarkable talent and a consummate professional. His music is borne of real life and real passion.'' Well you have my support kido good luck with d awards, you were djing even b4 i taut of getting decks... its nice to see your passion has remained after all these years" When Nigel H finishes one of his special sets, people are liable to get emotional. You could call it electro house.Popcorn people call it magic." It was precisely hyperbole such as this that made Nigel H's: Live series cd's such an anticipated release! " The joy of playing around and seeing that it makes people happy is what makes it worth it so it's people like yourself who are inspirations to us all. Keep the Faith! Im playing it mate!!! went back to a party sunday and had the whole gaff dancing to nigel h from popcorn!! thrilled they were!! thanks me aul flower, this is the pick me up i need x thanks for the cd brillant love the lot of it, so thanks again you make cleaning the house so much easier listening to good tunes " "Enjoying it??? I love it Have the speakers connected to the laptop and its up to the last..yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh hh!!! Its making me in the mood to go out now " Brilliant Stuff Nigel!!.... Hi nigel, recieved ur cd in post dis mornin, kickin tunes luvish. Tankin u very much x -------------------------------------------------------------------------- ELECTRO-EROTIC-BOUTIQUE HOUSE MUSIC

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