GENE HUNT (Chicago) * 12-27-25

As someone who’s spent significant time touring the States and abroad, Gene is no stranger to the PNW, and has always been a Portland favorite. We plan on him, once again, bringing his infectious energy to the controls & subsequently, to a new dance floor of patrons new and old.

CHICAGO…..the birthplace of House Music, has had hundreds of producers/DJs who’ve played significant roles through the innovation of a sound(s), that would ultimately be the foundation of the entire aforementioned genre. Gene is no exception for his early pioneering contributions in the studio, or in the club behind the turntables. However, there were only a small handful of jocks that were regularly handpicked to open for the likes of both Frankie Knuckles at the Warehouse, or for Ron Hardy at US Studio & the Music Box. Recognizing Gene’s talents at an early age, he quickly became a protege of Ron’s; ultimately defining the direction he’d take stylistically, and forever carrying the historical, proverbial torch from that defining school of House Music.

Taking his education from those at the highest level, Gene was also able to help cement his place in history with the release of several consecutive classics, starting with the EP ‘Living in a Land’ (Housetime / Trax Records) in 1987, seeing a proper 12” release with additional production by Robert Owens & the late legend, Armando a couple years later. One of those records that remains timeless, and rinsed by many big name DJs to this day.

Aside from his early lineage, what truly sets Gene apart from most of his contemporaries making house records today, has been his willingness to visit other places musically; which is why he’s well known & respected amongst may techno & acid aficionados as well. He’s currently working on his newest album ‘Gene vs. Gene,’ set to be released this year, which will tell a similar story of his versatility & uncompromising approach to creativity; rather than whatever the current “trend” might be at the time. This list of clubs/festivals he’s headlined, productions, and other professional accolades are too numerous to list here; albeit relevant, one should really be looking forward to what’s next!

Join us as we work off some of the holiday indulgence…..for the 2nd to last party of the year @ Sonder! Cheers

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