Dan McKie is a dynamic DJ, chart-topping producer, and label boss originally from Newcastle, now based in Barcelona and jetting between Ibiza, London, and Andorra. Known for his diverse 4×4 sound that fuses house, techno, and disco, Dan creates everything from funky beach grooves to raw underground club bangers: always with precision and flair.
A true maverick behind the decks, Dan is an eccentric, ginger beatmaker who electrifies dance floors with high-energy sets filled with passion, groove, and a unique sonic identity. Whether it’s a laid-back terrace set or a peak-time club slot, Dan McKie delivers pure fire every time.
Label Boss & Chart-Topping Producer
Dan’s productions have made waves on a long list of respected imprints, including:
- Stealth Recordings – “Bae B” and “A Little More” (with Dimitry Soul)
- Southern Fried – “The Bull” (with Will Clarke)
- Static Music – “Mad For An Olive”, “On The Lowdown”, “Apex”
- Airborne – “Touch The Sky” (with Rui Da Silva)
- Freakin 909 – “Little Rhythm”
- Frequenza – “Ginger Terror”, “The Plunger”
- Good For You Records – “Darrrncing”
- Sirup – “Put Down Your Phone”
- Kenja – “Who Wants To Dance?”
- Moody Recordings – “Turn The Music High” (feat. Mr. V)
- Slackers 85 – “Titan 1C”
- Pacha Recordings Ibiza – 10+ releases
Under his Editr alias, Dan also released “Get Down Alone” (PP Music) and “On My Mind” (Hot Digits).
His own imprint, 1980 Recordings, is a globally respected label, garnering support from Pete Tong, Annie Mac, Fatboy Slim, Carl Cox, Richie Hawtin, Roger Sanchez, Danny Howard, Rob Da Bank, Monki, B-Traits, Vanilla Ace and beyond. With over 10 million streams and regular chart presence on Beatport and Traxsource, Dan’s influence continues to grow.
Ibiza Royalty & Worldwide Reach
A long-time Ibiza regular, Dan has performed at some of the island’s most iconic venues, including:
- Space Ibiza
- Es Vive
- Booom!
- Carl Cox’s Sands
- Turo Turo
- Café Mambo Radio – where he was resident DJ broadcasting live for five prolific years
He has also been an official Ibiza resident for BFSB Radio and a global ambassador for Pacha Recordings, taking his sound across Egypt, the UK, Germany, the USA, Australia, New Zealand, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Italy, Spain, and Ireland.
Authentic Vibes. Global Sound. Relentless Energy.
Whether he’s in the studio, on tour, or behind the decks, Dan McKie brings unmatched energy, musicality, and soul to everything he touches. Expect real music, real vibes, and relentless grooves—every time.