DJ Hidden

Drum & Bass Artist Profile, Discography & Events

DJ Hidden, born Noël Wessels in Goes, Netherlands, is a highly regarded electronic music producer and DJ, known for his innovative contributions to experimental drum and bass, IDM, and crossbreed genres. Active since 1991, his career spans multiple facets of electronic music, showcasing a unique ability to blend intense rhythms with complex soundscapes.

He has released music on notable labels such as PRSPCT Recordings, Killing Sheep Records, and Ad Noiseam, with standout albums including The Later After (2007), The Words Below (2009), and Enclosed (2013). These works are celebrated for their intricate production and ability to push the boundaries of drum and bass while incorporating industrial and atmospheric influences.

DJ Hidden is also one half of The Outside Agency, a collaborative project with fellow producer Eye-D. Together, they have created a distinctive fusion of industrial hardcore and drum and bass, with releases like the album Peer to Peer Pressure earning acclaim for their intensity and originality.

In addition to his work under the DJ Hidden moniker, Noël Wessels explores modern classical and IDM as Semiomime, further demonstrating his versatility and dedication to expanding the possibilities of electronic music. As a performer, he is known for delivering electrifying live sets, cementing his reputation as a visionary force within the global electronic music scene.