Underground NY 1980-85

Frankie Foncett, is considered by many in dance music to be a pioneer and one of the most technically gifted Dj"s and Remixers of his generation. 

Having gained a stella reputation aged just 16 as part of the Rappattack Sound System in the mid 80s. 

Frankie would soon be one of the first dj"s in europe to bring the New York style of long overlaying of records to club sets. 
While working the EQ and using a Reel To Reel for custom edits. 
Equally able to blend electro,soul and club music,widely recognised as one of Europe’s first architects of house music.

In 1988 he became the 
Head buyer @ the seminal Black Market Records in Londons Soho.

In that position he helped set the pulse of the city"s taste. And is widely credited with forging a now legendary moment in Music. HOUSE!!!!!!!!!!! 

Frankie was instrumental in the revolution of club culture co founding and the creative force behind club night High On Hope. The first NY Style club night in Europe in 1989. Considered the template for changing the acid house craze to soulful deep house,no other night had more influence at this time. 

He has mixed or edited or A&R dozens of classic records. And one of the few dj in the world to played alongside golden era legends Jam Master Jay or icons like Larry Levan.  

During the 90"s Frankie held the position of resident dj @ The Ministry Of Sound. For 3 years on Saturday nights that was of of the most explosive places to hear new music. 

He was instrumental in breaking countless artistes and records during this period. Including Daft Punk among others. 

Between 95 & 98 Frankie set an incredible standard for other djs"s to follow in terms of working the Ministry"s main room. 

And though humble, it is a fact that this is still the most talked about period of the club.

He is now highly revered among his peers, and continues spin at special events worldwide.