Anz (musician)

Anz is a British DJ and producer.[1][2][3] Originally from London and based in Manchester, Anz has released five EPs and two production mixes on labels including Ninja Tune.[1] She also founded the label OTMI.[4]

Anz
OriginManchester, United Kingdom
Genres
LabelsNinja Tune
Websitehttps://anzdj.bandcamp.com/

Early life

Anz was born in London, United Kingdom. Growning up, her family listened primarily to Afrobeat and Ghanaian highlife music, influencing her later style.[1] Anz attended university in Liverpool, eventually moving to Manchester.

Career

After gaining some exposure with a series of mixes self-published to SoundCloud, Anz released her first EP, Invitation 2 Dance. Anz's career developed significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic as a result of her prolific releases during the period.[3]

She quickly became known for her annual production mixes, starting with Spring/Summer Dubs 2019. Partially as a result of the popularity of the mix, in 2020 Anz was awarded "Breakthrough DJ" by DJMag.[5] Her next production mix, Spring/Summer Dubs 2020, received positive reviews, with Resident Advisor acclaiming its breadth, describing it as "fanned out over 30 plus tracks of singular UK funky, 2-step garage, dubstep and jungle."[6]

In 2021, Anz's EP All Hours garnered additional critical attention. Several publications praised the EP, in particular for its instrumentation, intensity, and rave influence.[7][8][9] Pitchfork described the EP as a breakout, specifically as "step up to the major leagues for a producer who can find magic in the murkiest nightclub corner."[9]

Style

Anz is known for the volume of her releases, having released several 90-minute production mixes. Her production pays homage to historical and experimental club music. Generally, her productions are cheerful in tone but fast-paced.[8][9]

Discography

DJ mixes
  • Spring/Summer Dubs 2019 (2019)
  • Spring/Summer Dubs 2020 (2020)

Extended plays
  • Anz EP (2017)
  • Invitation 2 Dance (2019)
  • Loos in Twos (2020)
  • OTMI001 (2021)
  • All Hours (2021)

References
  1. Hylton, Riri (2 February 2021). "Breaking Through: Anz". Resident Advisor. Retrieved 15 February 2022.
  2. Amin, Tayyab (20 October 2021). "DJ and producer Anz: 'This is music for all hours – and music that's all ours'". The Guardian. Retrieved 15 February 2022.
  3. Wei, Whitney (27 September 2019). "Get to know Anz, the DJ that'll give you the hardest club workout you've ever had". Mixmag. Retrieved 15 February 2022.
  4. Kent-Smith, Jasmine (30 March 2021). "Anz launches new label OTMI". Crack Magazine. Retrieved 15 February 2022.
  5. Murray, Eoin (20 December 2020). "DJ Mag's Best Of British Awards 2020: the winners". DJMag. Retrieved 15 February 2022.
  6. Mickles, Kiana (2 July 2020). "Anz takes the hallmarks of UK dance music to miraculous heights". Resident Advisor. Retrieved 15 February 2022.
  7. Jolley, Ben (15 October 2021). "Anz – 'All Hours' review: a dancefloor journey through the decades". NME. Retrieved 15 February 2022.
  8. Desautell, Parker (26 October 2021). "Anz's 'All Hours' Embraces Pop Without Losing Her Sonic Range". PopMatters. Retrieved 15 February 2022.
  9. Chardew, Ben (18 October 2021). "All Hours EP". Pitchfork. Retrieved 15 February 2022.
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