Gabriel Ben is part of the next generation of techno producers/djs. Mr. Ben is back living in Philadelphia, after spending 2005 in Miami, Florida. GB, is most known for playing at some of the Philadelphia areas hottest and most respected nightclubs. Gabriel has captivated crowds over the years with his dancefloor unique sound and his vibrant energy. Although GB has been involved in the music industry for over 10 years, its been only the last several which has allowed him to shine through the ranks and earn him the utmost respect from industry heads. GB also teamed up with local artist, Tacopimp to form the group "Tattoo Detectives". Together they have teamed up to create quite a duo.
It all started back in the late 80's when Gabriel began his dj career. Being a 10 years old kid without a source of income it's tough to afford turntables and a mixer, so thanks to his brother who dj'ed at the time, Gabriel was able to get his hands on some equipment. The rest is history! Influenced by a local dj at a skating rink, Gabriel visioned himself in the booth one day playing to a crowd and getting people to move their bodies. Gabriel's love for all music styles grew, especially as he grew older and started visiting nightclubs where house music became his staple. Local pioneering DJ's like Timmy Tee, EC LaRock, Joe Callari, Robbie Tronco, Josh Wink and King Britt all influenced Gabriel Ben early on.
Production has also gone hand in hand with DJ'ing. Gabriel Ben began making original productions in 2002. GB's unique blend of funky, house, electronic and techno elements all come together to create some floor pounding productions. Gabriel's first production Mere Thoughts back in '02 became an instant secret weapon for local djs throughout the city of brotherly love. The track was also charted number 1 on Sonic Foundry's Amateur Producers site for nearly 3 weeks, which is visited by more than a thousand people daily. Also GB's track was selected runner-up in the DMC, Mixer Magazine, and Roxio's United States DJ search contest. Gabriel Ben has since worked on and developed a number of original productions and remixes, but it wasn't until recently when he caught his first big break.
GB along with Philadelphia based artist, Tacopimp, teamed up together to create the "Tattoo Detectives". The duo first joined together in 2005 when Gabriel Ben used Tacopimp's vocals on his track "In Ibiza" which had gotten excellent reviews(visit innerphaseny.com & dancemusic.about.com for more info on that track) and was charted nationally by a few fellow techno industryheads. Most notable, their track "ETC." was signed by the legendary Carl Cox for his mix CD "Carl Cox @ Space Ibiza" which was released by Intec Records in July 2006. Carl said the track represented the sounds of his legendary Space parties in Ibiza. Being on the playlist of Carl Cox amongst other industry talent has given GB and the group and boost. Their follow up single "Il Salto Fuori" was also supported by Cox, and even charted in his Top 10 for November 2006. The track was also featured in Coxy's 'Best of 2006' Global Radio Show which aired 12.30.06 "She Bleeps N' Bloops" was also a featured release on BEATPORT and also charted in the TOP 100 sales in the tech house category. Recently, they finished up a mix for Adam Freemer & the legendary label Twisted Records for a forthcoming release "Rising Storm". Be sure to check out this big room stomper in late December/early January 07'. Upcoming in 2007, Gabriel Ben plans to release a number of original singles courtesy of Philadelphia-based label Playloop Records. But for the duo,"Yeehaw Junction" the sweet sounding chicago style techno track is upcoming single. It will also feature remixes from Trevor Rockcliffe, Roman Zawodny, Jerome Baker and his partner, Tacopimp.
With support by the industry, talent in the studio and on the decks, Gabriel Ben's name and reputation is growing rapidly.
"If you gotta take a drug to hear the music, then you really ain't down wit the shit from day 1 anyway..."
 
ORIGINALS
 
 
Mere Thoughts - Gabriel Ben [2002 Unsigned]
Another Yes - Gabriel Ben [2002 Unsigned]
Surprised Decent - Gabriel Ben [2002 Unsigned]
Insomnia - Gabriel Ben [2003 Unsigned]
Untitled Wickedness - Gabriel Ben & MCB [2003 Unsigned]
The Queen - Gabriel Ben [2004 Unsigned]
Song for your dinner - Gabriel Ben [2005 Unsigned]
In Ibiza - Gabriel Ben featuring Tacopimp [2005 Unsigned]
Il Salto Fuori - Tattoo Detectives [2006 Playloop Records PLR006]
Etc - Tattoo Detectives [2006 Intec Records/2006 Playloop Records PLR007]
Ut952 - Tattoo Detectives - Spider Monkey EP [2006 Playloop Records PLR008]
Don't Call Me Joanne - Tattoo Detectives - Spider Monkey EP [2006 Playloop Records PLR008]
She Bleeps 'n Bloops - Tattoo Detectives [2006 Playloop Records PLR012]
Like A Bitch - Tattoo Detectives [2006 Playloop Records PLR013]
Crrazy Guitars - Tattoo Detectives [2007 Playloop Records ALBUM]
Call Girl - Tattoo Detectives [2007 Playoop Records ALBUM]
Serial Killa - Tattoo Detectives [2007 Playloop Records ALBUM]
Chicken Hot Pants - Tattoo Detectives [2007 Playloop Records ALBUM]
Dirty Volume - Tattoo Detectives [Feb 2007 Playloop Records]
Il Salto Fuori Remixes - Tattoo Detectives [Feb 2007 Playloop Records]
Yeehaw Junction - Tattoo Detectives [March 2007 Playloop Records]
REMIXES
Rising Strom - Adam Freemer featuring Alan T [2007 Twisted Records]
FULL LENGTH ALBUM
Fresh Outta Hell - Tattoo Detectives [April 2007 Playloop Record
 
 
 
Gabriel Ben artist bio