Retromigration

Retromigration is a German DJ and Producer now living in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Born in Germany with Nigerian roots, Retromigration has been making waves in recent years with his refreshing and raw sound. Now based in Amsterdam, he has cultivated a devoted following and earned strong support from influential voices in electronic music, including BBC Radio 1, NTS Radio, Worldwide FM, Mixmag, DJ Mag, Phonica, Ransom Note, 5 Magazine and many more. With an impressive catalog of releases and a debut album on respected labels like Love on the Rocks, Wolf Music, Rhythm Section, Handy Records, and more, Retromigration has risen to prominence in a remarkably short time. His distinctive sound, shaped by a rich tapestry of influences from hip-hop, jazz, soul, and funk, sets him apart as both a producer and a DJ. Music has been a central force in Retromigration’s life from a young age. Starting with bass and classical music at age seven, he naturally progressed into jazz, hip-hop, and electronic music. These diverse influences shine through in his productions and DJ sets, where he reinterprets and repurposes musical elements, blending the past with the present to create something entirely his own.

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