INTRODUCTION
EFFEN would be classed as a fresh talent who will embark you on a smooth, melodic and atmospheric voyage of
dance rhythm. He has acquired the competency to integrate diverse styles & genres, yet inject emotion to his
music.
Effen�s talent is paralleled solely with zeal, and this can be validated through reminiscence of his teen
years. His journey began with playing in a local band, learning different musical instruments and visiting
fields of clubs. It was one night of clubbing to James Holden in 2003 where he discovered his fervour for
music was genuine. Effen�s exposure to progressive music that night opened his appreciation for the wide
spectrum of dance music. All these lead to intrigue, research and finally had him creating dynamic sounds,
after a short trip to London in 2004. A trip so small, but nevertheless crafted big waves for this young chap.
In London, the �Mecca of Electronic Dance Music�, Effen started harvesting on record collections, instinctively
with faith to head back home and transport a fusion of immense sounds and emotional music. It was ironic
however, seeing that he returned to Singapore with a bag of 12 records, but without a turntable. Hence
determined to churn out his sounds, Effen picked up his first entry-level goods in May that year, and practiced
every single day excessively. His commitment and talent piloted him to upgrade his equipment shortly after,
and fabricate the harmonious �Looking For The Perfect Key� (LFTPK) � the mix that brought him places and
unlocked a whole new world of possibilities.
Although only at 23, his list of accomplishments through LFTPK is venerable. Effen has been successfully
featured in WKRZ (Singapore), WRIR (US) and Selecta Radio (UK). The knowledge and experience Effen has
gained earned him his first gig at Zouk�s bi-yearly event �Localized� in January 2005, and subsequently Onyx
and Mox.
Effen is presently punctuating his dexterity at DXO, his first club residency, alongside masters Godwin P &
Jason T. By playing to each other�s verve, look forward to stellar mixing from the kid who is now part of
something he loves.
Above all, this has been a phenomenal 2005 for Effen. His youthful enthusiasm is admirable. Amidst the pool
of countless rising talents, here is a promising luminary. He is bursting with zest, yet is incredibly humble
and he remains ceaselessly grateful to be in pursuit of his passion.
Thus, what is envisioned for Effen? Smooth, melodic roots, and expressive music. So are you ready for his
mind-bending musical journey? We say� EFFENitely.
