DJ JUSTIN NEAL

PORTLAND, OREGON, USA

Justin Neal is an experienced American DJ and music producer currently based in Portland, Oregon. With deep roots in the infamous Midwest U.S. rave scene of the 1990s, the artist has built a solid career that bridges the raw power of analog Techno with the innovation of modern digital broadcasting.

Trajectory and Musical Evolution

• Underground Roots: He emerged from the electronic underground in 1999 in the Indianapolis area, originally performing as a raw live hardware act.

• Sonic Versatility: His musical identity seamlessly blends raw Techno, House, Breaks, and Drum & Bass, drawing heavily from the classic Detroit and Chicago dance music connection.

• Digital Footprint: He has amassed a dedicated global audience in recent years through his highly energetic, weekly live streams on his official Twitch channel.

• Residence and Operations

  • Portland (Oregon, USA): He is currently based in Oregon's main hub, establishing himself as a key figure within the Pacific Northwest's clubs and electronic music labels.

• Releases, Shows, and Achievements

  • Critical Acclaim: His stellar techno releases on heavy-hitting labels like Portland's own SubSensory Recordings and Detroit's legendary Bang Tech 12 have garnered support from global icons such as Richie Hawtin, Laurent Garnier, and Perc.

  • Standout Records: His acclaimed catalog includes the "Clap Your Hands" EP (2024), "Tired of It" EP (2025), and his hot May 2026 release "Keys on 94", praised by music media for its swinging 909 hooks and jackin' rhythms.

  • Club Circuit: Beyond rocking dancefloors across Portland at events like Process PDX and The Function, he regularly shares the stage and lines up alongside major international underground Techno legends.