Since his debut at 21, at the beginning
of the Acid House explosion, Carl has played a key role
in the development of the techno / electronic music scene.
In 1992 "BACK
TO THE PLANET" was born and over period of
7 years he was the bass guitarist in the band touring
all over the UK and Europe with them (Henry aka D.A.V.E.
The Drummer, Guy McAffer and Fil), recording and producing
two cassette albums on their own label “ARTHERMIX” and
releasing two best selling albums, four hit singles, whilst
signed to a leading Independent label, “FFRR” from “London
Records”
He spent the next 6 years building up his reputation as
a producer and DJ by playing at all the major free parties
that happened. During this period, he started “AUDIO PANKAKE”
with Guy McAffer, The Geezer!. This duo act has gained
him a secure place as a pioneer in the Acid Techno / Techno
scene, sometimes having up to six gigs most weekends,
taking them both to clubs and festivals worldwide.
His first “solo” gig was for “RESTLESS NATIVES” at “The
Dungeons” and he continued to play regularly at London’s
“TRANCENTRAL”. Also appearing on the main stage at the
BRIXTON ACADEMY in September 2002 at a benefit for the
homeless, in front of an audience of 5000 people.
He
has also released material on Rowland the Bastard`s
two Techno imprints “INFECTED” and “BIONIC ORANGE”.
That same year, he decided to start another Techno act
with Guy called “THE UNDERTAKERS” and continued to play
at “GEORGE 4”, “GOLDSMITHS” and many other London parties.
To add further to conviction, he has released music on
“RAW” and collaborating with Techno Producer ANT on “INFECTED”.
From here on, Carl decided to slow down his artist schedule
in order to concentrate on producing more of his own
music. His unique style of funky, off-the-hook techno
was beginning to distinguish him from the other producers
that were emerging at the time. His angle was far different
from the acid techno that was surrounding him – that
of soul and funk. He
still plays live, playing in Brazil, Japan, Poland,
Portugal and across England.
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