Relativ
Duo DJ's/Producers from the Netherlands
For bookings, personal contact, promo's and remix requests: info@relativ.nl

The story of Relativ starts at a supermarket in Utrecht, Holland. It was here the former Buurman & Buurman duo, Luiz and Tim, met while both working there. Their mutual love for electronic music is what brought them together and what has kept them together ever since.  At that time, around 10 years ago, Luiz was already dj-ing; something Tim had always wanted to do as well. So Luiz taught him how to.  

And while mastering these skills, the two hit it off like a house on fire and decided to form a dj-duo (Buurman & Buurman).   

From then on, not only would they regularly play at clubs like Basis (Utrecht) and Chicago Social Club (Amsterdam), but Luiz and Tim were already producing their own tracks too. Their first release ‘1970’, which came out in May 2014 on Armada Music, was an instant Soundcloud hit. The track opened up doors for the duo, getting them residencies with Verknipt and Nachtcollege, two well-known organizations in Holland.  In the summer of 2016 the two played at festivals like Lakedance, Wish Outdoor, Dance Valley and Verknipt Festival every weekend.  
The biggest achievement at that time in 2017 was their debut on STRAF_WERK Festival, something they dreamed of for a long time. 

In these 5 years of playing together as Buurman & Buurman the two have evolved and learned a lot about the business they work in. Slowly everything became more serious. Hence the new artist name ‘Relativ’, which was adopted earlier in 2017. Even though the moniker Buurman & Buurman paved the way for Luiz and Tim and had a very positive effect on their career, it was time for the next step.  

The sound of Relativ has developed into a more timeless sound, dj-wise as well as production-wise. As for productions, their first track was released by Max Chapman’s label Resonance Records at the start of September 2017. After that the duo released several tracks and ep’s on labels like Avotre, Reecords, MadTech and Lapsus to name a few.  
 
Since the change of their artist name into ‘Relativ’ they played at several big native events, festivals and clubs such as LOVELAND, Verknipt, STRAF_WERK, FLOW, Nachtcollege, Mystic Garden, Valhalla and Shelter. 

Playing together means to be connected and is all about balancing each other out. Something Luiz and Tim comprehend very well. They both have their own specialties, which results in the perfect harmony in their sets. Both on- as off-stage the modest, social and pleasant vibe of the two, combined with their love for making music and DJ-ing has got Relativ to the point where they are now. And there is more pleasure and love yet to come within this duo's bright future.  


Labels:
- Resonance Records
- MadTech Records
- Lapsus Music
- Pura Music
- NastyFunk Records 
- Carpe Diem Musica
- Audio Rehab
- Monotonik Records
- OVRDOSE Records
- Distance Music
- New Violence Records
- Monocord Records
- Laguna Records
- Whoyostro
- Bla Bla Music / Cachai
- NoPreset
- Libero
- Reecords
- Distortion
- AVTR
- Slightly Sizzled White
- Swerve Digital
- Sintoniza Records
- Music Related
- Happy Techno
- Creature
- SK Recordings
- Yet Records

Hi,
I'm a music producer from Rotterdam, The Netherlands. 

My tracks are mainly hip-hop beats, but I add  in some other genres from time to time.

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bio:
FRNKIE, a talented producer who has captivated the music world, began his journey in the underground scene of Rotterdam, where he fell in love with sound at a young age. 

At the early age of 10, Ivano started producing. Armed with a modest home studio and boundless curiosity, he began experimenting with sounds and rhythms, and his perseverance and unique approach quickly stood out. By the age of 14, he started playing regularly at local venues in Rotterdam, where he began to make a name for himself through countless back-to-back sessions with other emerging talents. These sessions accelerated his growth as both a producer and DJ, allowing him to make his mark on the local music scene.

At just 16 years old, FRNKIE earned his first gold record in collaboration with Jonna Fraser, a milestone that confirmed his immense talent early on. This moment marked the breakthrough of FRNKIE as a solid name in the urban industry. From there, he produced countless hits for major artists like Dopebwoy, Broederliefde, and Kevin, firmly establishing himself as one of the most versatile and respected producers in the Dutch music scene.

One of the most notable moments in his career was the release of the track Wip Wap, which not only became popular in the Netherlands but was also heavily played in countries outside of Europe like the United States, Brazil, and South Africa. In these countries, the song found its place in clubs and on streaming platforms, reaching a broad international audience. This success highlighted FRNKIE’s global appeal and his ability to create music that transcends cultures and continents.

At the age of 19, FRNKIE began collaborating with Polish artist Malik Montana, a rapper known for his influential role in bridging the Polish and international hip-hop scenes with millions of streams on projects like Import/Export. Their first joint track, Robie Yeah, garnered impressive numbers, with millions of streams on platforms such as Spotify and YouTube. This collaboration served as a springboard to larger projects and led to hits with international artists like Farid Bang and Headie One.

In 2021, FRNKIE was nominated for a Grammy in the category of Best Dance/Electronic Music Album for his contribution to Major Lazer’s album Music Is the Weapon. This prestigious moment confirmed his position as an innovative force in the industry. 

Today, FRNKIE’s journey, which began in the underground scene, is responsible for more than 930 million streams worldwide. This number reflects not only his musical evolution but also the lasting impact he’s had on the electronic and urban music worlds. His distinct style is both forward-thinking and captivating, leaving you eager to see what he’ll do next—because if history has shown us anything, it’s that FRNKIE’s best is always yet to come.

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