Joe Roche - 891004
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Joe Roche is bringing his soulful and dynamic electronic sound to Freight Island. The Salford-based DJ and founder of Do As You Please has firmly established himself as one of Manchester's most exciting talents, earning BBC Radio One support and building a reputation as a purveyor of quality house, techno, disco and soul. His carefully crafted sets blend the finest in electronic music with genuine musicianship and flair.
Expect an evening of expertly mixed grooves spanning Motown, house, techno, dance and beyond. Joe's experience supporting the likes of Fatboy Slim, Mall Grab and Kerri Chandler speaks volumes about his technical prowess and ability to read a room. His successful Do As You Please parties have become known for delivering standout nights across Manchester's premier venues.
Set within the atmospheric surroundings of Depot Mayfield's historic industrial architecture, Freight Island provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable night of electronic music. Whether you're a seasoned dance music enthusiast or looking to discover your next favourite DJ, Joe Roche's performance promises to be a highlight. Head to the venue's website for full details and to secure your spot.
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Soulful, talented and driven – these are just a few of the words that spring to mind when talking about Joe Roche. The DJ/Producer & Founder of musical imprint Do As You Please is building a discography of limitless promise. Already one of the most beloved electronic music-heads in the city, whose ongoing work is seeing him develop as fully-fledged artist. The Manchester-based DJ is building on his already burgeoning reputation as one of the city’s most promising talents, having gained radio play on BBC Radio One by Jaguar, as well as recording a live stream for globally acclaimed festival We Out Here. The success of his Do As You Please parties & label, has been accompanied with some standout sets that involved supporting Fatboy Slim, Mall Grab, Kerri Chandler, Danny Howard, Dimitri From Paris, Yousef, wAFF, Richy Ahmed and Tristan Da Cunha. Alongside his Radio 1 success, Joe has spread his wings further, once again demonstrating his musical and technical prowess to deliver standout events. His events series Do As You Please has gone from strength to strength with a cohort of standout nights at The Warehouse Project, Ramona, YES, Joshua Brooks and Manchester’s renowned Eastern Bloc. Testimonials Joe has been our DJ of choice for the past several years and due to the overwhelming success of the parties each year, we will continue to utilize him. Joe is a great DJ. He’s is friendly, talented and will provide you with the type of service and ambiance you are seeking. Our firm is very diverse, yet he meets all of our needs in a very professional but fun way. I’m happy to recommend Joe – he’s our company’s favourite Manchester DJ! Erika Waring, Manger, Travel & Events – Havas Lynx Group Industry level DJ with an incredible ability to deliver high quality music performance & prowess. Jordan Bracewell, Managing Director - Begin The Party This letter confirms that Joe Roche (F.K.A DJ Naoi) performed at the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2018. The Singapore Grand Prix is a 3-day night motor race event with supporting entertainment, drawing approximately 100,000 fans per day across the 3 days. Entertainment for the event is carefully curated, with a variety of music options available for patrons of all ages. Joe performed all 3 days, on 3 out of 7 stages during the 2018 edition of the event; it was a pleasure working with Joe and he performed well above our expectations, providing dynamic and enjoyable sets. Other DJs performing on include well known Singapore DJs such as DJ Myrne, EATMEPOPART and DJ JNR (from collective Matteblacc). Sarah LU, Entertainment Manager - Singapore Grand Prix Joe has been a regular on the Contrast roster since summer 2018. A professional and experienced selector, with a versatile bag of tunes and an infectious energy and passion for music, Joe is sure to get any party rocking. Kevin Swindells, Managing Director - Contrast Agency Manchester Frequent clients include: Ramona | The Firehouse | Diecast | | Warehouse Project | Joshua Brooks | Ambers | Tattu | Grand Pacific | Australasia | Cloud 23 | The Ivy | Eastern Bloc
Nestled in the heart of Depot Mayfield, just behind Manchester Piccadilly station and surrounded by historic industrial architecture, lies a vibrant cultural hub for food, drink, and entertainment.
