Like combat boots splashed with color from a mirrorball, the music of DJ James Torres hits the dance floor like a tough guy who's not afraid to shake his hips. His spins bring edgy urban influence of the East Coast and marries it to the laid back groove of the shores of Northern California. He seamlessly blends the soul of R&B with the aggressive beats of HipHop, and fearless free spirit of House.

James brought the sounds of his native Newark, New Jersey, and neighboring New York City when he migrated to his new home of San Francisco.

His unique mix of new and old school tracks infused with sexy house music keeps crowds jumping at the world renown EndUp each week. His first break came when a legendary San Francisco bar, Chaps II, reopened their doors for their Sunday beer bust. From there he was invited to spin as a guest DJ for Wunderland, Industry & Sanctuary SF.

James regularly does many of the major events that occur each year in San Francisco such as, Pride, Dore Alley & Folsom Street Fair & he has expanded to LA SD ATLANTA & FORT LAUDERDALE, FL

The passion to find, promote, and produce music that elevates the soul continually inspires him everyday.


If you have time to whine and complain about something then you have the time to do something about it. - Anthony J. D'Angelo,

Saved / Armada /  Mother  / Kittball  / Roush /  303 Lovers / Lapsus / Freakin' 909 

Born out of the seminal UK rave scene of the ‘90s, Killed Kassette is an artist with an impressive story to tell. A pioneer of house music with a remarkable resume, composed of associations with some of the biggest artists and labels in the evolution of the genre (inc. remixes for Carl Craig, Kevin Saunderson, Chez Damier, Roland Clark and Paul Oakenfold's illustrious Perfecto Records imprint).

Once a member of a largely successful production duo, he made the break as a solo artist in 2013 and hasn’t looked back. Falling firmly on his feet, he quickly garnered the attention of none other than Kevin Saunderson’s iconic KMS Records imprint. That foot in the door and endorsement from one of house music’s most-respected outfits naturally led to breaking the scene and an ever-growing presence in the electronic music world.

Killed Kasste’s sonic palette is inspired by the underground music scene; a spectrum of flavours from rave and breakbeat through to old school techno, piano house and filtered disco. The many production methods and influential sounds used by such artists are an impactive factor on Killed Kassette’s output, as much is evident in his standout production signature.

His journey through the ever-changing world of house music has inspired releases on a variety of much-appreciated imprints. Signing music to the likes of KMS, Armada Music, Lapsus, Kittball, Roush, Simma Black and more have seen his creations championed by a plethora of industry heavyweights including Fatboy Slim, Roger Sanchez, Sasha, Maya Jane Coles, Groove Armada and Claude VonStroke, and even seen him hit global airwaves courtesy of airtime on the famed BBC Radio 1.

Killed Kassette’s exposure to clubland is just as impressive as his release catalogue. He has had the pleasure of featuring at the likes of T in the Park, We Are FSTVL events, Ministry of Sound, XOYO, Egg London, Snowboxx and more. Earning a spot with such reputable brands has seen him support artists like Joris Voorn, Riva Starr, Paul Woolford, Nic Fanciulli, Joey Negro, Basement Jaxx, Kerri Chandler, David Morales and a whole host of other major players

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