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DJ Allen M – Artist Bio

DJ Allen M’s journey began on New Year’s Eve of 1992/93, when he found himself inside a Detroit warehouse party at the height of the city’s underground techno revolution. After convincing his underage friends into an 18+ rave in Hamtramck, he experienced a night of music that would permanently alter his path. The raw pulse of Detroit techno, the smoke-filled rooms, and the energy of the dancefloor inspired him to learn the craft for himself.

By 1996, Allen officially stepped behind the decks, quickly carving out space in the Midwest rave circuit. His early sound was rooted in Detroit’s relentless, hypnotic techno—an influence that shaped his approach to rhythm and mixing. But his style would soon broaden.

In 1998, after traveling to Chicago and immersing himself in the city’s legendary house culture, Allen’s sound evolved. He began blending Chicago’s soulful, jackin’, groove-driven aesthetic with his Detroit foundation. Over the years, this fusion expanded into a rich and versatile musical identity, allowing him to move seamlessly across genres such as Disco House, UK Speed Garage, Tropical House, Tech House, and Drum & Bass. His sets became known for their movement, energy, and genre-bending flow, always guided by a deep understanding of dancefloor dynamics.

In 2006, he co-founded DirtyBeatz, a production company that would go on to host some of the most memorable events in West Michigan and beyond. Through DirtyBeatz, Allen helped spotlight both regional and national talent while pushing forward the underground music culture he grew up in.

Over the years, DJ Allen M has played music festivals and events across the United States, continuing to evolve as both a DJ and producer. His original tracks and remixes showcase a sound that is uniquely his—shaped by decades of inspiration, experimentation, and devotion to the craft.

In recent years, Allen has continued to pump out mixes and perform on internet radio shows while dedicating time to raising his kids. Now, with renewed focus and creative fire, he is gearing up for a full return to the stage and the dancefloors that inspired him from the very beginning.

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