About the DJ

Becoming one of North America's most respected independent DJ's, Shea Riley has been spinning electronic music for nine years. Shea has shared his music and talent both onstage and off in England, Iceland, United States, and Western Canada. Shea tutors, teaches, and assists musicians and DJ's around the globe on DJ tricks, tips, techniques, as well as on promotional advice. Shea's connections and networks range from record labels and radio stations, to promoters and DJ's in Sweden, Denmark, Australia, New Zealand, Iceland, United Kingdom, Africa, United States, Canada, and the Netherlands. Shea comments, "I like to meet new people and help upcoming musicians. I want to help the people who are as passionate and dedicated to getting out there."

Using Brad Brucks, Seizure Mike, Pete Tong, and Carl Cox as his inspiration, Shea mixes a variety of styles ranging from Hip Hop, House, Trance, to Downtempo. Shea is known especially for his particular style of Heavy Hippo House and frenetic basslines, as well as his amazing stage presence and showmanship. His mixes have made an impact on listeners of all genres of music. Appealing to the hip-hop crowds, as well as house fans around the world, his mixing and producing has made him stand out from other DJ's. Shea uses up to four turntables to perform, which allows him to create unique blends and intense remixes. Shea laughs, "Sometimes I wish I had another two channels on the mixer so I could add more to my sets."

Shea had the privilege of working for Dr. Charity Marsh at the Interactive Media and Performance Labs (IMP Labs) at the University of Regina. The only production and DJ labs of its kind in the world, Shea worked with inner city youth in the "Scott Collegiate Hip-Hop Project" as well as with other artists from around North America. Shea states, "I enjoy working with kids the most, it is amazing seeing what the future has in store for us. The gear at the labs is amazing and I learned to be more versatile in my DJing. I now have an appreciation for all kinds of production and performance gear." To find out more visit (www.interactivemediaandperformance.com)

In 2009, Shea founded the International Christian DJ Association (ICDJA), which is developing within the Christian Electronic Music Industry, as well as the World Music Scene. ICDJA trains future worship leaders and DJ's, teaches workshops, promotes and produces worship and outreach events, as well as reaches out to community members worldwide. ICDJA is expected to fully launch in 2011. To find out more visit (www.icdja.com)

Shea started producing in 2007 and his newest album "Lifted" is expected for release in 2010/11. Shea started his own independent label, Hippo Pro. Recordings and also helps with his family label, Maple Bury Groove Recordings, formally known as ORPAC Records. Shea's mix-tapes and sets are popular worldwide and have been played in clubs, cars, and homes especially in Western Canada as well as in Iceland, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Shea is starting his Masters in Ministry and Leadership in the fall at Ambrose University, Alberta.