INFO:
Artist name: Gray
Real Name: Jernej Graj
Citizen: Slovenian
Music: DJ, Producer, Remixer
Production style: Electro, Techno, House
DJ-ing style: Electro, Techno, House
Homepage: http://www.dj-gray.com
E-mail:
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BIOGRAPHY:
Jernej Graj aka Gray, born in Slovenia in 1979, shoved his predisposition for music even when he was a
child. By the time he was seven, he was playing guitar and drums while attending Music School. Finally, he
discovered electronic music, which remains one of the greatest passions in his life. His first DJing
experience in 1999 opened a whole new world to him and eventually led him to become a professional DJ
persona. While performing all over Slovenia he developed a distinctive style and unique personal
techniques, which in 2002 provided a ticket to first international performances. So far he performed in
Macedonia, Belgium, Spain, Germany...
Being more than just a “spinner”, Gray quickly recognized his love for music production. He soon succeeded
in getting his work published for the first time by Finnish label Fak Records on a Various Artist EP, soon to
be followed by his first single EP, released by the highly respected label, the one and only, Force Inc. Music
Works from Germany in 2002. These achievements are but a proof of genuine enthusiasm for music
production and his hard work. It became his growing desire to introduce techno sound with something new
and completely different resulting in a cover of a traditional Serbian/Macedonian folksong “Ajde Jano”, where
lyrics were interpreted by Celtic singer Talitha MacKenzie (USA/Scotland). The song was released by
Invasion records from Belgium, an excellent brand owned and run by the legendary DJ & producer Zzino.
“Ajde Jano” also lived to be remixed by several younger producers, such as Adam Jay, Flash Golden and
Bjorn Bommersheim.
As his music evolved above techno and his electronic sound skills matured, he started to incorporate electro
and house sound into his work. His efforts were immediately complimented and praised by Billy Nasty. The
first EP resulting from this spectre called “Eletronuet” was released in early 2005, published by the promising
XL Recordings sub label Platinum Projects (UK) under his real name Jernej Graj. Simultaneously, his
professional success continues with more releases in various genres on labels: Highland Beats (techno), Yin
Yang (techno), Evolved Records (electro), *Cutz Records (techno), Evopro Recordings (breakbeat),
Advanced (electro-house), Kazoo (electro-tech), Techment / Mixtape (techno), Sucasa Beats (house) and
his own techno label called Audionautica and house sub-label Audionautica House Recordings.
His tracks were remixed by artists: Pedro Delgardo, Elton D, Miche & Mirzinho, Section One, Allan Banford,
Greg Kobe, Psm & Kinetic Soul, Max Cooper, Adam Jay, Flash Golden, Digital Soul, Reflex and more, while
one of his tracks was currently futured on new mixed CD from techno pioneer, inventor of remixing - Kevin
Saunderson (May 2007) and more tracks on other compilations (Pedro Delgardo - Digital Lifestyle (Yin Yang
Records), So Intense! - Volume 1 (RockitWave8) - mixed by Deekron)!
Productions from Gray were played by artists: John Digweed, Kevin Saunderson, Ben Long, Pedro
Delgardo, Axel Karakasis, Hertz, Paul Mac, DJ Murphy, Gayle San, to name but a few.
Latelly focusing on house and electro production;
ANYTHING BUT MONDAY – GRAY REMIXES (Universal / Republic)
Recent electro-house remixes of Buckwild and Sweat tracks for U.S. pop / r’n’b group - Anything But
Monday are upcoming soon on major label Universal / Motown Republic Group (USA) (charted on No. 10
and No. 11 – TOP 50 DANCE CHART - http://www.starfleetmusic.com/record_pool/dance-charts/top-50-
dance-chart-12/1-15/08.html) - remixes are competing with tracks from artists like: Christina Aguilera,
Britney Spears, Pussycat Dolls, Pink, Robin Thicke, Katy Perry, Mariah Carey, to name a few...
Article translation in English:
Countless hours, that Slovenian dj and producer Gray spent at his music working station has lead to cooperation
with American pop/r’n’b group Anything But Monday and will soon come to fruition. The girls’
group will soon issue their first album with Universal Motown Republic Group (US), one of world leading
labels, representing famous music artists, such as Rihanna, Amy Winehouse, Ne-Yo and others. The group
consists of five girls (Katrina, Porscha, Samanda, Nayer and Atussa), coming from all over the world,
currently living and working in Miami, Florida (US).
Numerous remixes will be issued in addition to the original songs, including Gray’s productions. Group
members and the label loved the sound of "Buckwild" remix to such extent, that remake of "Sweat"
immediately followed. The electro-house remixes, which have also been rearranged to instrumental and
radio versions, introduce bending bass sounds and pure electro rhythms intertwined with sexy vocals,
making your hair rise.
Furthermore, all songs were mastered by John Vestman Studio, known for many Grammy nominees, as well
as Gold and Platinum Grammy winners. You can listen to both remixes at www.dj-gray.com, or get more
information on Anything But Monday on their website www.anythingbutmonday.com.
