Electronic Press Kit
CONTACT: rzn8rmusic@gmail.com // (510) 207-5560
“Leaves the listener feeling invigorated and inspired”
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Bio:
RZN8R (pronounced “resonator”) is the moniker of future soul and house DJ/producer/singer Derek Buckwalter. RZN8R draws from a wide array of influences, fusing his passions for new thought spirituality, and beats, to craft deep, lush, hypnotic grooves.
RZN8R has opened for heavyweight acts including A-Trak, Chromeo, Duckwrth, Thriftworks, Manics, Martin Luther, Lolo Mayhew, ATTLAS, ARMNHMR, Anamanaguchi, Eduardo Castillo, TV Girl, Stones Throws’ Brogan Bentley, Techno INC NYC DJs, Le Petit Box DJs and more.
RZN8R has played many venues in New York City and the Bay Area, highlights include Silo, Music for A While, Meadows, Café Kitsuné, Hellphone, About Last Night, Now & Then, Eris Evolution, Sovereign, 1015 Folsom, Mezzanine, Brick & Mortar, and Valencia Room. His appearances include Sofar Sounds, SXSW, Noise Pop, GlowCon, Oakland Drops Beats and Now Music SF. He has releases on LA’s Popgang Records as well as his own label, Mantraum Music.
RZN8R’s sound will make you go “Ooooh."
“Crafting musical journeys that transcend genres and elevate the listening experience.”
“Pure Auditory Delight.”
“Shatters expectations with each beat.”
“RZN8R is leaving an indelible mark with a style that’s as cutting-edge as it is inspiring.”
FEATURED DJ mix:
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featured gigs:
SXSW, Oakland Drops Beats, San Francisco Young Democrats Ball, Noise Pop, Glowcon, Sofar Sounds San Francisco, Broke-Ass Stuart’s Mayoral Campaign Silent Disco, Brothers Macklovich, Golden State Warriors Block Party, Silo Benefit, Fairytale Immersive Rave, Outside Lands After-Party, City Soul Sunday Revive-All, Popgang Records Artist Showcase