Sheffield-born D. Ramirez, aka Dean Marriott, has been a pioneering force in electronic music for over two decades. His name became synonymous with forward-thinking production following his genre-defining 2006 remix of Yeah Yeah, setting the tone for a career built on innovation, versatility and a deep understanding of the dancefloor.
His extensive catalogue includes releases on Toolroom, Great Stuff, Slave Recordings and Big Love, alongside collaborations with Underworld, Mark Knight, Cevin Fisher and Todd Terry. His 2009 anthem Downpipe with Underworld and Mark Knight remains a standout, while his collaboration with Cevin Fisher, Restless, helped lay the foundations for the G-House movement.
A veteran of clubs and festivals worldwide, D. Ramirez has held residencies at Space and Cream in Ibiza, Womb Tokyo and Avalon Los Angeles, while appearing at Glastonbury, Global Gathering, Miami WMC and ADE. His achievements have earned him DJ Mag and iDJ awards, as well as an Ivor Novello nomination for his Yeah Yeah remix.
Alongside his production and DJ career, D. Ramirez has become a respected educator, with his production tutorials amassing more than 15 million views worldwide. His constant evolution has seen him move from electro and bass-heavy house into deeper house and techno, while continuing to collaborate with emerging artists and explore new sounds.
With decades of experience and an instinct for what moves a dancefloor, D. Ramirez remains a versatile and influential figure in electronic music.
