Out beyond ideas of wrong-doing and right-doing, there is a field. I will meet you there. ~Rumi.

Wish Upon a Dream (free download)

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Headmaster → @recoverycollective

From the dynamic streets of Melbourne to the cultural heartbeat of Lisbon, JYDN has not only carved a niche for himself with his unique musical style but has also become a prominent promoter, creative director and graphic designer, fostering community and bringing an array of international talents to Melbourne's vibrant music scene.

His sound is an intricate blend of captivating deep, progressive, house, techno, and breaks, perfectly capturing the energy and rhythm of the room or space.

JYDN's discography is a testament to his dedication to the craft. With releases like the remix of Eleonora's 'Not Here', PassONE's 'Emerald', Alex Sharp's 'Varna Andha', and Monhe's 'A Child's Dream', he has garnered international acclaim. Esteemed figures in the industry such as Sasha, Above&Beyond, Robert Babicz, James Monro, Edu Imbernon, Guy Mantzur, Soul Button, Petar Dundov, Boss Axis, and more have lauded his work.

His international footprint spans wide with performances across Argentina, Mexico, Portugal, Germany, Spain, Netherlands, Croatia, Indonesia, and Australia. Notable appearances include prestigious festival stages such as UP Club at Universo Paralello Festival (Brazil), Crema Club in São Paulo (Brazil), Carnal in Buenos Aires (Argentina), Chula in Puerto Escondido (Mexico), Sankeys in Ibiza (Spain), Birgit and AVA in Berlin (Germany), John Doe and Rolling Rock in Amsterdam (Netherlands), Lazareti in Dubrovnik (Croatia), Kremlin and Barracuda Beach Club in Lisbon (Portugal), Grand Cafe in Lagos, Hatch and Sky Garden in Bali (Indonesia), and many more.

In Australia, he has left an indelible mark on festivals like Rainbow Serpent, Esoteric, Subsonic, Strawberry Fields, Elements, Rabbits Eat Lettuce, Subsonic, Beyond The Valley, Babylon, Burning Seed, Maitreya, Earthcore, and LUFT.

Throughout his career in Melbourne, JYDN has hosted a multitude of renowned international artists, elevating the city's music profile. Hosting events and label showcases featuring artists such as Alex Stein, Andreas Henneberg, Ann Clue, Bloody Mary, Bog, Christian Smith, DNox, Drunken Kong, Edu Imbernon, Enrico Sanguiliano, Extrawelt, Florian Kruse, Hidden Empire, Jeremy Olander, Kalil, Kasper Koman, Luigi Madonna, Maksim Dark, Max Cooper, Mha Iri, Nakadia, Phil Kieran, Quivver, Rafael Cerato, Raxon, Solee, Stan Kolev, Thomas Schumacher, Township Rebellion, Triforce, Undercatt, and Waveback have graced stages under his promotional efforts.

Beyond his personal ventures, as the co-founder of the Melbourne-based record label and artist agency Recovery Collective, JYDN has been instrumental in the success stories of numerous upcoming emerging artists from around the world, with over 100+ signed artists and 450+ tracks released through the label. As the Collective celebrated its decade since inception in 2024, JYDN toured with a range of artists performing 40+ shows along the journey. 

CONTACT — jydn@recoverycollective.com.au

~ INTERNATIONAL ~

• UP Club, Universo Paralello Festival, Brazil
• Crema Club, São Paulo, Brazil
• Clubnight x Cafeina Club, Montes Claros, Brazil
• Streetflow x Musiva, Cuiabá, Brazil
• Briza, Brasília, Brazil
• Urban Culture, Brasília, Brazil
• Tropical da Mole, Florianopolis, Brazil
• Graffi House, Florianopolis, Brazil
• Carnal, Buenos Aires, Argentina
• Chula, Puerto Escondido, Mexico
• Sankeys, Ibiza, Spain
• Capadi Rebels, Ibiza, Spain
• Savannahs, Ibiza, Spain
• Birgit, Berlin, Germany
• AVA, Berlin, Germany
• Loftus Hall, Berlin, Germany
• Toekomstmusik, Amsterdam, Netherlands
• John Doe, Amsterdam, Netherlands
• Rolling Rock, Amsterdam, Netherlands
• Bijlmerbajes, Amsterdam, Netherlands
• Lazareti, Dubrovnik, Croatia
• Blue Bar, Korčula, Croatia
• East Side Radio, Lisbon, Portugal
• Barracuda Beach Club, Lisbon, Portugal
• Kremlin, Lisbon, Portugal
• Velvet Club, Porto, Portugal
• Grand Cafe, Lagos, Portugal
• Stevie Ray's, Lagos, Portugal
• Mellow Loco, Lagos, Portugal
• Inside Out, Lagos, Portugal
• Sky Bar, Lagos, Portugal
• Hatch, Bali, Indonesia
• Sky Garden, Bali, Indonesia

 
~ AUSTRALIAN FESTIVALS ~

• Esoteric Festival, VIC
• Strawberry Fields, VIC
• Elements Festival, VIC
• Rabbits Eat Lettuce, NSW
• Rainbow Serpent Festival, VIC
• Subsonic Music Festival, NSW
• Beyond The Valley, VIC 
• Babylon Festival, VIC
• Burning Seed, NSW
• Maitreya, VIC
• Earthcore, VIC
• LUFT, VIC  

~ AUSTRALIAN VENUES ~

• Revolver Upstairs, VIC 
• Sidney Myer Music Bowl, VIC
• Shed 14 Docklands, VIC
• New Guernica, VIC
• The Bottom End, VIC
• Sub Rosa, QLD
• Laruche, QLD
• Ranwell Lane, QLD
• La Di Da, VIC
• Storyville, VIC
• Brown Alley, VIC
• Killing Time, VIC
• Prince Bandroom, VIC
• The Third Day, VIC
• Bloom, Geelong
• Liberty Social, VIC (RIP)
• Bourke Street Courtyard, VIC
• Tramp Bar, VIC
• Penny Black, VIC
• Groundfloor, VIC (RIP)
• 24 Moons, VIC
• My Aeon, VIC
• Pawn & Co, VIC
• Rubix Warehouse, VIC
• XE54, VIC 
• Railway Hotel, VIC
• Portsea Hotel, VIC
• Pier Bandroom, VIC
• Gods Kitchen, VIC 
• Cruze Mornington, VIC
• Bay Hotel, VIC
• Mr Paul’s, VIC
• Bondi Beach Radio, NSW
• Bridge Hotel, NSW
• Capulet, QLD
• Sub Rosa, QLD
• Prohibition, QLD
• La Ruche, QLD
• Apple Bar, SA

I could give you my background, but it wouldn't really tell you how it shaped me. I could show you photos, but you would just see my mask. I could tell you a story, but lyrical self expressions aren't my forte. You could ask my friends, but they'd give you their version of me. 

But if you were to just listen intently to some of the music I make, you'll hear my soul ripped intricately open for all to see....

David grew up surrounded by music (at least until he took his mother’s record player apart at the age of 6 to see how it worked). His favourite toys were those that made or recorded sound. One of his most loved being the Stylaphone, which he was given at the age of 4.
David began Djing at the age of 18, playing local events and clubs whenever the opportunity arose, often for free, solely for the enjoyment and satisfaction it gave him.

Whilst at University in Manchester, UK, David co formed and ran a successful club night for 3 years, playing to a loyal, continuously growing crowd every fortnight. Success in this arena lead to David securing many bookings at local clubs and events around the North West of England.

Through his love for Djing, David felt an increasing desire to create his own music, and explore the soundscapes that were building up in his mind.

The day that profoundly changed David’s life, and enabled him to realise his life long dream occurred by chance. A friend took him into the University music studio, briefly showed him how to turn the keyboards and equipment on, gave a ten minute lesson in the music production software on the computer, and left the room. 6 hours flew by, completely hooked, he had found the path he had been searching for since he was a child.

Ever since, every penny he shouldn’t have spent, every spare moment he has, goes on letting emotions flow through sound. 

David donates much of all royalties received from the sales of his music to good causes.

Wish Upon a Dream (free download)

Auditory Canvas