Biography

DJ Pat Nightingale – My journey into the world of house music

1994-1996: Beginnings with trance and first bookings
It all started with my first turntables and a deep fascination for electronic music, which began with trance. I first taught myself how to mix at home and was soon practising with friends in a music room. Various music genres such as hard/happycore, acid and progressive house characterised my sets and my musical understanding in those years.
Just one year after my beginnings, I had my first bookings as DJ Confuzius in Zurich, including in a community centre and at Radio Lora, where we were able to continue with our own show.

Musical milestones and stylistic development
At the end of 1996, I found my true passion in house music. A new era began with the name change to DJ Pat Nightingale in the late 90s. The name is inspired by the nightingale, a bird known for its variety of melodies – a perfect metaphor for my musical diversity. My debut as Pat Nightingale took place in 1997 at the De la Bassa in Wetzikon. In addition to various smaller bookings, I have now also received larger contracts, for example at the Ugly Club in Richterswil, White Wolf in the Maag Areal in Dietikon, at the Magic Factory in Schlieren, the KV-Fest and various club parties.

Long-term residencies and partnerships
With my new name, I became a fixture in the Swiss club scene. I was a resident DJ at renowned venues such as Zurich’s 4 Akt, which became the centrepiece of my career over the years, as well as the legendary Club Zoo. Close partnerships developed with Delirium, Real-House Production, Adrenalina and Hill Production. Events such as Albani Fest and Thirtylicious at Salzhaus have been part of my calendar for years and underline my popularity and consistency. I have also performed at major events such as Street Parade, Albani Fest and Züri Fäscht several times, as well as parties such as House Attack, Fresh House, Angels of House and Kunsthouse. Clubs such as Supermarket, Jail, Sixty One, Mascotte, Kanzlei, Oxa, Savage, Rotor, Next, Pöstli, K5, Vibes and others have also been important stages in my career – highlights that show my musical commitment and versatility.

International experience, technical development and expansion of my musical style
My gigs have also taken me abroad, including a special event in Prague. With the switch to digital technologies such as the Rane Serato SL3 and the use of a Mac laptop, I have constantly developed my sound. Today I also play on modern controllers, CDJs and USB setups, which allows me to respond flexibly to current requirements – without losing sight of my roots and the classic house sound.

Today and tomorrow
Today I offer a broad musical spectrum that makes every event unforgettable. With a versatile selection of genres – from soulful vocal house, indie dance/nu disco, jackin› house, funky house, dance and electro pop to deep house, tech house, minimal, electro swing and EDM – I always hit the right note. My many years of experience, my feel for the audience and my love of house music guarantee a full dance floor and an exuberant atmosphere. Whether private events or large-scale events – I am the ideal choice for anyone who wants to experience the best house beats of the last few decades.

I’m excited to bring my music to your event in Switzerland or beyond! Feel free to contact me with any questions or booking inquiries.